Ship's clock - Schatz, for repair - Vintage - lacquered brass. Clock in excellent condition, chimes work; brass case is cracked and needs repair - pre-1992

Founded in the 1850s, Schatz was the leading manufacturer of classic ship’s clocks, continuing to make mechanical chiming movements until 1985, production later being taken over by Altitude clocks and Delite in Denmark.

This is a great example of the top of the range Royal Mariner, 1881, Schatz ship's clock, produced in West Germany pre-1992. It is an unusual variant, with smaller winding holes, and a chimes-stabilizing lever and speed adjustment screw being placed on the face between XI and XII. The chimes function and the clock runs. However, the brass housing has a large crack (see photos #12 & #15) and the case will need repair or replacement. The case is otherwise in near-mint condition with only light patina (see photos). There are no other dents or cracks. The white face with roman numerals is in excellent condition. The clock shows fine workmanship with two eight-day mechanical movements, one each for clock and chimes. The chimes strike the ship's bell 4-hour-watch sequence marked by progressive cycles of one-to-eight bells struck at 30-minute intervals. The door is secured by brass scuttle-clamps. The facet-cut glass-port is clean and intact. The speed of the clock can be adjusted using the screw at XII. The chimes will be stabilized for shipping using the lever at XI.

Both mechanisms can be wound and the clock comes together with a winding key.

This is a great opportunity to own one of these top-line instruments, which is in excellent condition. apart from the case. After repair/service, it should have a long life, for use at home, in the office or on-board ship.

I pack with great care (see reviews) and send securely with insurance.