Ship's clock - Wempe Chronometerwerke Hamburg - Brass - 1950-1960

Here is a fascinating and rare ship’s bulkhead clock (Schiffsuhr) from the era, produced by the prestigious German house Wempe Chronometerwerke Hamburg.
This exceptional nautical instrument dates from the World War II period (1930s / first half of the 1940s). On the back of the case there is the international hallmark "Made in Germany".
The dial features the classic military and merchant configuration with double 1-12 and 13-24 hour numerals (24-hour format), fine time adjustment at the 12 o’clock position (+/-), and holes for manual winding. It comes complete with its original winding key from the period.
The watch is a "Glasenuhr" (gongs clock): it traditionally strikes the guard duty every half hour and on the hour (up to a maximum of 8 strokes per shift).
Condition and functioning:
Movement: Fully functional and running. The gear train keeps accurate time and the mainspring has a good charge.
Strike: Perfectly functional. The naval guard strikes sound regularly and with a clear tone at both the hours and the half-hours.
Time adjustment: The internal clutch (chaussée) is smooth and intact; resynchronizing the time is easy and correct by hand by moving the minute hand, as designed for this specific vintage caliber.
Aesthetics: Magnificent original patina from the period on the dial and on the heavy chromed brass case, attesting to its authenticity and genuine use in a marine environment. Front crystal intact.
A piece of the highest caliber for militaria collectors, nautical antiques enthusiasts, and high-end vintage watchmaking.

Technical details

Brand: Wempe Chronometerwerke Hamburg
Item type: Ship/bulkhead clock (Schiffsuhr / Glasenuhr)
Movement: Manual-wind mechanical with maritime chiming strike
Case material: Chromed brass with anti-condensation side air vents
Period: 1938 - 1945 (World War II)
Country of origin: Germany ("Made in Germany" stamped on the back)
Accessories: Original winding key included
Condition: Excellent historical condition, fully functional (running and striking active)