Fully Restored Seth Thomas Style Gilbert Black Mantel Clock, Hammond Model

  

FULLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS STYLE GILBERT BLACK MANTEL CLOCK, HAMMOND MODEL. 2280 model is identified by the paper tag on the bottom of the clock. I cannot find this exact model in the Gilbert catalog but based on the case, dial style and other models that are in the catalog, I can estimate the date of manufacture to be between 1916 and 1920. This clock strikes the hour on a coil gong and the half-hour on a nickel plated bell. This makes it easy, without seeing the clock, to know if it is striking the half-hour or the hour.

Seth Thomas, Sessions, Gilbert and several other American clock companies all made this type of movement for this style of mantel clock. The finish is in good shape with the normal wear and tear that you would expect for an item that is almost 100 years old. The face is near-perfect due in part because Gilbert placed a plastic cover over the paper dials when they were new. Someone has removed that cover for some reason.

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 17 inches wide, 11 inches high and 5.5 inches deep. Clock comes complete with the original pendulum and a proper fitting winding key. 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 30 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. 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. This clock looks and operates like a charm. This is an amazing place to get an outstanding clock. Very happy with my clock. Really appreciate the instructions he enclosed. Restoration is a true work of art.

Clock exactly as described, very pleased. The item "FULLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS STYLE GILBERT BLACK MANTEL CLOCK, HAMMOND MODEL" is in sale since Friday, May 05, 2017. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Clocks\Antique (Pre-1930)\Shelf, Mantel". The seller is "longviewmark" and is located in Longview, Washington.

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