Description
You are bidding on a VERY NICE and 100% ORIGINAL WW2 Imperial Japanese Navy Shipboard Mechanical Clock! Manufactured by Seikosha of Tokyo, Japan, this substantial marine clock features a daily-wind movement with subsidiary seconds dial and an integrated mechanical striking system that automatically sounds the corresponding number of strikes for each hour. This was used on Submarines, Aircraft Carriers, Battleships, Destroyers, Cruisers, and other vessels!
Seikosha was established in Tokyo in the late 19th century and became one of Japan’s principal clock and precision-instrument manufacturers, eventually forming an important part of what became Seiko. During the first half of the 20th century, Seikosha manufactured clocks and precision equipment for commercial, industrial and maritime applications, including robust mechanical clocks intended for use aboard ships.
Made of brass, aluminum and steel, this original Seikosha clock is in VERY GOOD used condition! The case displays some marks, surface discoloration and areas of oxidation consistent with age and long-term shipboard use in a saltwater environment, however there are no major dents, cracks or structural damage!. The original glass is completely intact with no chips or major scratches, while the dial remains clean and fully legible with only some minor marks and wear from age. All original hands remain present, including the unusual and desirable spade-style hour and minute hands and subsidiary seconds hand. The dial is clearly marked “MADE BY SEIKOSHA, TOKYO, JAPAN” and carries serial number No. 12514. Both front winding/setting points are complete and operational, and the clock currently runs correctly when wound and has been observed running continuously for more than a full day. The automatic striking mechanism also functions correctly and reliably, sounding the proper corresponding number of strikes at each hour. There is an additional side-operated lever that manually activates the striking mechanism and will continue sounding while operated. The movement has not been professionally serviced or restored but has recently been lightly oiled. Comes with the correct-size winding key, although the key itself is not original to the clock. A VERY RARE and highly attractive original Japanese shipboard mechanical clock with a particularly interesting fully functional hour-striking mechanism…PERFECT for any Imperial Japanese, WW2 Naval, maritime, shipboard instrument, clock or military collection or display!
