Table/desk clock - Kern & Söhne - Brass, Glass, Metal - 1950-1960
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Vintage Kern & Söhne 400-day anniversary clock with a brass lantern case, glass panels and a mechanical torsion movement dating from the 1950s to 1960s; not working and offered for restoration.
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Vintage Kern 400-Day Anniversary Clock - German Torsion Clock for Restoration
An authentic and rare Kern mechanical 400-day anniversary clock (torsion pendulum clock) made in West Germany by the renowned manufacturer **Kern & Söhne** during the 1950s–1960s.
This is the highly collectible miniature "Midget" version of the classic Caravelle/Lantern style clock.
The clock is being sold **for restoration / repair** (untested, no key included).
### Condition Report & Key Technical Features:
* **Suspension Spring:** Excellent visual condition. The original flat suspension wire is **completely intact, straight, and free of bends or kinks**—a rare find since these wires are usually broken on vintage models.
* **Movement:** The brass gear train and mainspring barrel appear complete and clean with a natural vintage patina and light oxidation, bearing the official **Kern & Söhne anchor logo (K&S)** stamped on the back plate.
* **Pendulum:** Includes the original 4-ball torsion pendulum, which hangs correctly on the intact wire.
* **Casing:** Original brass lantern case with bevelled glass panels. The glass panes are intact (one panel features a faint historic "XX" watchmaker/factory scratch mark). The brass frame shows age-related tarnishing and surface oxidation, perfect for a polishing project.
* **Components:** Includes the bottom transport locking lever and all 4 original knurled leveling feet at the base.
A wonderful and complete project piece for clock enthusiasts, collectors, or professional horologists looking to restore a premium miniature German anniversary clock.
## Attributes
* **Object:** 400-day Anniversary Clock / Torsion Clock
* **Model:** Midget (Caravelle / Lantern style)
* **Manufacturer:** Kern & Söhne
* **Period:** Mid-20th Century (approx. 1950-1960)
* **Country of Origin:** West Germany (marked "Germany" on dial and stamped "K&S" on movement)
* **Material:** Brass & Glass
* **Mechanism:** Mechanical, 400-day movement (Torsion suspension)
* **Condition:** For restoration / Not working (Untested, missing key, requires adjustment/service)
* **Height:** ~15 cm (without loop) / ~16.5 cm (with loop)
* **Width:** ~14 cm
* **Depth:** ~10.5 cm
* **Weight:** Approx. 1 - 1.5 kg
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.
Vintage Kern 400-Day Anniversary Clock - German Torsion Clock for Restoration
An authentic and rare Kern mechanical 400-day anniversary clock (torsion pendulum clock) made in West Germany by the renowned manufacturer **Kern & Söhne** during the 1950s–1960s.
This is the highly collectible miniature "Midget" version of the classic Caravelle/Lantern style clock.
The clock is being sold **for restoration / repair** (untested, no key included).
### Condition Report & Key Technical Features:
* **Suspension Spring:** Excellent visual condition. The original flat suspension wire is **completely intact, straight, and free of bends or kinks**—a rare find since these wires are usually broken on vintage models.
* **Movement:** The brass gear train and mainspring barrel appear complete and clean with a natural vintage patina and light oxidation, bearing the official **Kern & Söhne anchor logo (K&S)** stamped on the back plate.
* **Pendulum:** Includes the original 4-ball torsion pendulum, which hangs correctly on the intact wire.
* **Casing:** Original brass lantern case with bevelled glass panels. The glass panes are intact (one panel features a faint historic "XX" watchmaker/factory scratch mark). The brass frame shows age-related tarnishing and surface oxidation, perfect for a polishing project.
* **Components:** Includes the bottom transport locking lever and all 4 original knurled leveling feet at the base.
A wonderful and complete project piece for clock enthusiasts, collectors, or professional horologists looking to restore a premium miniature German anniversary clock.
## Attributes
* **Object:** 400-day Anniversary Clock / Torsion Clock
* **Model:** Midget (Caravelle / Lantern style)
* **Manufacturer:** Kern & Söhne
* **Period:** Mid-20th Century (approx. 1950-1960)
* **Country of Origin:** West Germany (marked "Germany" on dial and stamped "K&S" on movement)
* **Material:** Brass & Glass
* **Mechanism:** Mechanical, 400-day movement (Torsion suspension)
* **Condition:** For restoration / Not working (Untested, missing key, requires adjustment/service)
* **Height:** ~15 cm (without loop) / ~16.5 cm (with loop)
* **Width:** ~14 cm
* **Depth:** ~10.5 cm
* **Weight:** Approx. 1 - 1.5 kg
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Kern & Söhne
Number of objects
1
Material
Brass, Glass, Metal
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
400 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
No
Height
15 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
10.5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Weight
2 kg
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