DIMENSIONS: 6" Diameter of face 2 3/4" Deep   7 1/2" Full Diameter Weight 6 lbs 11 oz 

Presented is a Chelsea USCG clock of a special design and high quality that must have had an interesting life if only it were known. A picker in Virginia recently discovered it in a government sale, so it is new to the market. This type clock might be found mounted on a bulkhead, on a ship's bridge, quarter deck, or in a wardroom.  Except this one is exceptional with it's side opening case with a strong golden hew, both of which are very rare.  It has a 6 inch black over brass dial with a 5 1/2” viewing area. The lettering is characteristic of what was used between the Two World Wars. The movement is housed in a heavy forged brass case with the desirable hinged bezel. The moon hands are matt white. The separate seconds bit is directly under the 12 o'clock position.  A lever type fast/slow regulator is to its right. All the positions are marked with a dot that used to be active irradium. The 12 position is marked by an additional irradium dot under it for blackout recognition.

Pictured above is the USCG Cutter Taney that served from 1936 to 1986. This clock may have seen similar service.

The forged brass case has been recently polished and lacquered. The movement is a 11-jeweled, 8 day time-only movement, with a lever F/S regulator, that has been recently serviced by the former head of the Chelsea Repair Department, a man with over 30 years experience. It is keeping good time.

"Chelsea Clock Co. Boston. USA", is acid-etched directly across the center of the face on both sides of the hand's arbor. A larger "U.S. Coast Guard" is below the center hand's arbor and above the  winding arbor. The number 211482 is stamped on the back of the case which corresponds to a date of Ca 1933. The contemporary stand shown is included.

 

The face shows years of use, but is in very good condition CONDITION: This example has seen about 83 years of service, much of it at sea, and has the appearance of being new. The face is in very good condition, but shows a little evidence of aging when viewed close-up. The dots over the numbers once were painted with irradium for night viewing, but this has been removed because it was radio active. Scratched on the back is "Kitchen". On board a ship, a kitchen is called a galley. The Coast Guard never had a cutter of that name. The movement has been recently serviced and is keeping good time, and the case has been polished and lacquered. A Chelsea key is included.     Angled view of back and front of USCG ship's clock

DIMENSIONS:

6"  Diameter of Dial                    2 1/2" Deep
7 1/4" Full Diameter                    Weight 6 lbs 11 oz

 

Side view of Chelsea USCG clock showing button release

 

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 within the continental United States are included in this offer if the error is ours. 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.

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 rare, pristine, USCG black face clock has a dramatic appearance and makes a perfect gift or as an addition for your den wall or in a collection. 

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