EARLY 1900's SETH THOMAS U.S. NAVY DECK CLOCK No. 1   Seth Thomas, America's oldest clock maker started operations in 1813. Their Nautical clocks first appeared in the 1860's and were the official US Navy Ships' clock for almost 100 years.  The stand, a $75.00 value, is included!   Presented is a extremely rare, antique eight day, time only, US Navy Deck Clock No. 1 clock with a 6" black face that was made by Seth Thomas. It is engraved with the Naval Observatory cartouche directly below the winding arbor and the NO number, 3733.   A similar example is pictured on page 781 of Tran Duy Ly's, Seth Thomas Clocks & Movements, Third Edition, Volume 2. Based on the NO number and Duy Ly's reference we believe this clock may have been made as early as 1902. It has a 6 inch, flat black dial with silver screened Arabic numerals and Arial fonts. The spade hands are painted white with the points painted with old radium coating. The circular dots below the numbers have radium for night use, but that has since become inactive. Radium is radioactive material and its use was suspended. The face is in near perfect condition. The forged brass case is dull from an earlier cleaning and polishing.  It is free of pits and only has a few  which are hardly noticeable.   Near flawless face with Original Radium Paint We believe it has an early version of the Ships Lever, 7 Jewel, 8 Day movement from which it evolved.  The mechanism is housed in a very heavy, forged bronze deep case with screw on bezel which has a maximum diameter of 7 3/4" at the rear, and is 4" deep. It is keeping exceptional time right in step with the National Bureau of Standards time and the equal of a chronometer. The period style tabletop stand is  included at no additional charge.   Partial side views of back and front of early Seth Thomas US Navy bulkhead clock CONDITION: This fine clock is in remarkable condition and shows only the normal patina of age. The case shows some minor marks of handling. The clock was serviced by its last prior owner, a collector of quality time pieces and the movement is keeping very good time. Since it is over 110 years old, we recommend it be wound about every four days for best timekeeping.                        Side view of clock   SPECIFICATIONS: Forged bronze case with screw on bezel. The six inch face has a five inch viewable area on the black dial. The spade hands painted white with radium tips. The Arabic numerals and Arial lettering are painted silver. The precision made 8 day movement likely has 7 jewels, and a compensated balance wheel and Breguet hair spring. DIMENSIONS: Case max diameter 5 3/8“                      Front Bezel  7 3/8“ Dial 6" visible area 5 1/2“                       Depth  4”  Weight    8 lbs.  8 3/4 oz.                                          Back of case is stamped 10931   NO NONSENSE WARRANTY:  We guarantee that this clock will be working on arrival and that our description is entirely accurate or your money back. The only conditions are that an email authorization be obtained within three days, and that the instrument is returned in its original condition and packaging, and insured for its full value. Shipping charges are included in this offer within the continental U.S. if an error is due to our fault. This does not affect our policy on shipping damage which is discussed below. PACKAGING: We take great care in packaging our clocks for shipment which includes bubble wrap, placing in a box, and then placing in a larger box surrounded by impact absorbent material. However, we are not responsible, once it is turned over to the carrier. Full Value insurance is included. In the event of damage due to shipping we will assist you in all respects even to filing a claim in your behalf. Our packaging and shipping are the best available, and is at the lowest possible cost. International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Chile, Republic of China, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Estonia, England, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique, Mexico, New Hebrides (Vanuatu), New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USVI, Vanuatu (New Hebrides) and the Eastern Caribbean.   SHIPPING & PACKING: The cost of shipping, packing, handling, and insurance to your destination, will be calculated point to point and is an additional charge. You may email us to get these costs. We price our shipping honestly, but we expect to be reimbursed for the nominal cost of packaging materials and handling.   STANDARD FORMS OF PAYMENT are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, money order, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared. Our prices are quoted net to us so that the use of credit cards or PayPal incur extra charges. Terms on overseas sales are different.  This early Navy clock has likely served in three major wars and other conflicts. It makes a perfect gift or as an addition for your den wall or in a collection.  Copyright 2016 by Land And Sea Collection™, All Rights Reserved