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This Super Rare Clock Has Been Sold. Thank you! LARGE WW II ERA SETH THOMAS 10 INCH OVER ALL SHIPS BULKHEAD CLOCK EXTREMELY RARE SETH THOMAS LARGE CLOCK   Presented is a very rare antique, Seth Thomas eight day ships clock with an 8 inch viewable face, sweep seconds hand, housed in a 10 1/2 inch forged brass case with swing open bezel.  In our thirteen years of dealing in high quality ships timepieces, this is only the third example of this larger size Seth Thomas ships clock that we've had to offer. Because of this, we believe that they are quite rare. The others, with a small seconds hands, were made for the U.S. Navy in the 1920's through the 1940's for service on battleships.   Face of the large 8 inch Seth Thomas ships clock DESCRIPTION: The clock is housed in a heavy forged brass case with desirable side opening bezel which measures 10 1/2 inches in diameter. It has a large 8 1/2 inch brass 12 hour dial that we have left as received. The Arabic numerals are deeply acid etched as are the inscriptions and filled in midnight black. Above the 6 O'clock position is the winding arbor and above that is SETH THOMAS. Next comes the hands arbor that features a Spade style hour and minute hands mounted with a full sweep seconds hand with a Spade tail. A Fast/Slow Lever regulator is between the hands arbor and the 12 o'clock position. The precision Seth Thomas, 8 Day 11 jewel fine lever movement has machine cut wheels and pinions and a Breguet hair spring and escapement that date this clock's manufacture to 7 1942. It weighs a heavy eleven pounds. It's rate of gain or loss is more than 30 seconds per day. Cleaning and service is recommended. A key is included.   DIMENSIONS CLOCK: 8 1/2"  Diameter of Dial           10 1/2" Full Diameter       2 7/8" Deep       Weight  11 pounds  Both sides of the large 8 inch Seth Thomas ships clock     It's size is similar to those issued to WW II battleships. Shown is the USS Tennessee    The lever action movement is dated 7-42 and the number is 5130  CONDITION: Visually this fine clock is in very good condition with a solid case that was polished some years ago and is untarnished. The dial has some minor signs of age, but is also in very good condition considering its age and use at sea. Since it is approximately 76 years old, we recommend it be wound about every four days for best timekeeping. It's rate of gain or loss is more than 30 seconds per day. Cleaning and service is recommended.   The flange at the back of clock shows three mounting holes & felt buffers                         Comparative difference in size between a 6 inch and 8 inch Seth Thomas clock             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. 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. 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, when their use is approved by us, incur extra charges. Terms on overseas sales are different.  This large 8 inch Seth Thomas clock 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