RARE SETH THOMAS SIDE WIND SHIP'S CHRONOMETER LEVER Movement No. 5006  Ca 1882  STAND INCLUDED A $75.00 VALUE Seth Thomas, America's oldest clock maker operating since 1813, was the official supplier to the U.S. Navy for almost 100 years. This clock would have served on our Grey hulled ships. Presented is a Seth Thomas ship's side winding chronometer that has been fully restored. This is only the third example we've discovered in thirteen years marking it a very rare model. Heretofore, we only knew of its existence in books and catalogs which only had line drawings and not photographs. This model clock was intended to be mounted on a bulkhead on a ship's bridge, in the navigator's shack, or in the officer's wardroom, starting in service in 1881.  That said, it is spectacular when placed on a desk, mantle, or side table using the antique reproduction stand shown in the pictures which is included.  This Herculean clock is housed in a robust forged  brass case with screw on bezel and prominent flange weighing in at a heavy 11 pounds. It has a porcelain dial, with a 4 1/2" viewing area with Roman numerals, and has a solid, cast aluminum dust ring. The maker's name appears under the numeral XII and the black spade hands are over a small seconds dial which in turn is over the numeral VI. A key adjustable Fast/Slow regulator is within the XII o'clock position and should not be mistaken as the winding arbor. This clock is in very good condition and has just been serviced by a master c locksmith that formerly headed the Chelsea Clock Company's Repair Department. It now is keeping perfect time during its rated period. The Seth Thomas catalog says it is supposed to have a one day movement, but this example runs for 55 hours.  In Seth Thomas's Catalog of the day, they had this to say: This fine lever clock was specially designed for steamers or other situations  where accurate timekeeping is required and a pendulum clock cannot be used. The movements are made in the best manner, with steel pinions and chronometer balance, jeweled, and are fitted up with finely tapered hair springs. They have a very simple regulator which provides for the most accurate adjustment. They are put up in cast brass cases with porcelain dials.  The ingenuity and workmanship of Seth Thomas was recognized throughout the world because of their high grade precision time pieces making this a great relic of maritime and horological history!      Showing the Fast / Slow arbor under the XII and surrounding small scratches      View from the bottom showing the massive flange   CONDITION: This example has been recently serviced by the former head of the Chelsea Clock Co's Repair Department, a man with 30 years experience. The broken minute hand was silver soldered by him and is is slightly crooked. He cleand and oiled the movement and brought it back to near new condition. It now is keeping perfect time with a quartz comparison watch. For a clock that is over 116 years old, this is a remarkable achievement. The porcelain face has a few scratch marks around the Fast/Slow arbor which is fitted with a grommet. The One Day No. 5006 movement runs for three days or longer. A special key with two sizes is included. DIMENSIONS: Diameter of Dial   5"                      Viewing area 4 1/2" Diameter Bezel    6 3/4"                 Depth           6 3/4"   Full Diameter       8 1/2"                 Weight         11 lbs  This Seth Thomas ships clock is a perfect addition for your desk, mantle, a prestige collection or as an important gift.      Showing the partial side views of this spectacular clock    Showing the depth of case and the winding arbor above the back   International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Chile, 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 Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USVI and the Eastern Caribbean. 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. Only Ground shipping charges within the Continental United States are included in this offer if we are at 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 required. In the event of damage due to shipping we will assist you in all respects even to filing a claim in your behalf.   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.            Copyright 2016 by Land And Sea Collection™. All Rights Reserved.