Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Wall Clock
Beautiful example of the iconic cast iron factory wall clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1930
Left in as found, distressed, condition which has been sealed in, this clock has a solid cast iron construction, steel bezel and glazed front. Dial features roman numerals with the the raised 'Pulsynetic' branding made famous by Gents of Leicester. Original hands now fitted to a high torque Quartz movement for modern convenience.
About the maker
Gents of Leicester was formed in 1872 by John Thomas Gent and later registered as Gent & Co. In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces alike. Gents' electric clocks can still be found in public buildings, railway stations and factories all over the world to this day - a testament to their superior design, build and quality. In the field of electric clocks, Gents products were routinely specified by architects for their simple style, quality, reliability and foolproof installation in any situation.
Dimensions
Diameter: 320mm
Depth: 80mm
Weight: 8kg
