Chelsea Clock 8 1/2" Ship's Bell Clock in Nickel on Traditional Base mahogany Twin handles

Twin handles

circa 1917

Original advertisement for RUF Performance

celebrating the allure of Clipper flights to Bermuda

Chelsea Clock 8 1/2" Ship's Bell Clock in Nickel on Traditional Base mahogany Twin handlesThis distinctive, handcrafted timepiece signals the passing of time with gentle, rich sounding chimes eight bells at 4, 8, and 12 oclock to mark the end of a mariners four hour watch, with one bell the first half hour after, plus one additional bell with each subsequent half hour. Behind its classic, hand silvered dial, 364 precision brass parts and 11 jewel movements, all of which are made in Chelsea, Massachusetts, ensure accuracy in time and