Fully & Properly Restored Seth Thomas Adamantine Mantel Clock, Leeds Model

  

FULLY & PROPERLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS ADAMANTINE MANTEL CLOCK, LEEDS MODEL. This clock features the patented Seth Thomas Adamantine finish. This is a celluloid finish that in the catalogs is described this way; the finish is very durable and cannot be scratched or dented by any ordinary usage. The clock has a fully and properly restored model 89 C movement, one of the many models of 89 movements that were the workhorses of the Seth Thomas line for over 30 years. The Leeds model is shown in Lys Seth Thomas book on page 452, item 1483, and gives a date of manufacture of 1905.

Further proof of the exact date of manufacture is the Seth Thomas code on the bottom of the clock indicating that the clock was made in November of 1907. This clock strikes the hour on a coil gong and the half-hour on a brass bell.

This makes it easy, without seeing the clock, to know if it is striking the half-hour or the hour. The finish is in nice shape with the normal wear and tear that you would expect for an item that is over 100 years old. The name of the clock, Leeds, is written in red pencil on the bottom of the clock.

There is some varnish that was spilled on the clock, I got most of it off but did not want to damage the finish so some of the spots are left. I ask you to please examine the 12 high resolution pictures carefully as they provide much of the description for this fine timepiece. Case dimensions are 16.25 inches wide, 11.5 inches high and 6.5 inches deep. Clock comes complete with the original pendulum and a quality replica winding key complete with the ST logo. ABOUT THE MEANING OF ADAMANTINE. Adamantine means unbreakable, sturdy or hard wearing. The Celluloid Manufacturing Company of New York developed and patented this early form of plastic in 1880, and Seth Thomas soon after acquired the rights to the material. Celluloid was the first thermoplastic and was made by combining nitrocellulose with camphor. It can take on many colors with the addition of dyes and other agents. Molding and shaping are easily accomplished, so it could imitate more expensive materials such as stone or ivory. Many people use the word incorrectly, only Seth Thomas had the right to use this material on their clock cases. WHAT MAKES A CLOCK A GOOD VALUE? The rules of economics are fairly straightforward. Simply put, it is almost impossible to spend a little and get a lot. Antique and vintage clocks follow these rules as well.

I have tried through the photos to show the basic steps that I do in restoring these wonderful machines to their original state. My goal is to provide you with a quality time piece that will provide enjoyment and be a source of pride in your home for years to come. Equally important to me is to provide you with a clock that I believe will retain its value over the years.

That is what I think constitutes real value in antique and vintage clocks. MY PHILOSOPHY ON CLOCKS AND CLOCK MOVEMENTS. The only way to properly repair a movement is to completely disassemble, clean and inspect all parts, and make the needed repairs by proper horoligical methods. This includes the rebushing of all worn holes and the polishing of any rough pivots.

The movements are then reassembled, lubricated with a high-quality clock oil and test run for 8 days. This is a very time intensive process but is the only correct way to properly recondition a clock movement. You should expect a movement repaired in this manner to run for ten years trouble-free. I have been doing clock repair for over 38 years. I apprenticed under an Oregon State licensed repairman and have been a member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC) since 1981.

I do not make a living doing this; it has become a passion of mine. Once they are made like new mechanically, I put them up for sale in the hopes of paying for my materials and upgrading my personal collection. My hope is also to provide you with an heirloom to cherish for years to come. Read my feedback and you can see that I live by these words. I also provide a set of General Clock Instructions that will answer about 95% of the questions that may arise during the set up of the clock.

I start with a high-quality box. Packed perfectly, clock more beautiful than I expected and running as promised. Too good to be true. Beautiful clock lovingly restored by an artist.

Highly recommend doing business with longviewmark! The antique clock was well packed, arrived intact. A++, beautiful clock, thank you so much.

Beautiful clock, just as described. Clock was superbly protected in box.

Wonderful clock, works very well. Well packed; loved the helpful instructions. Clock arrived on time carefully packed and happily keeping time on mantle. Everything about dealing with Mark surpassed all my expectations.

Excellent packaging, clock exactly as described, great communication! He went way above and beyond to make me happy!

Fast service-very well packed-clock just as stated-I would deal with anytime-A++. He was a pleasure to deal with. Love the clock, thank you for going above and beyond! Package arrived today, well packaged and item was exactly as pictured in the ad.

Clock perfectly restored; excellent packing job. This clock looks and operates like a charm. This is an amazing place to get an outstanding clock. The item "FULLY & PROPERLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS ADAMANTINE MANTEL CLOCK, LEEDS MODEL" is in sale since Friday, December 20, 2019. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Clocks\Antique (Pre-1930)\Shelf, Mantel".

The seller is "longviewmark" and is located in Longview, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Belize, Barbados, Ecuador, Iceland, Sri lanka, Peru, Pakistan, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Brand: Seth Thomas
• Clock Type: Adamantine