Huge Synchronome Industrial Wall Clock
Huge enamel wall clock made in England by Synchronome. c.1930.
All in one design made entirely of enameled steel with later grey/silver paint, and dial bearing the makers mark and Roman numerals. Some chipping to the outside edge as to be expected.
Synchronome's iconic spades hands run on the original slave movement which now has benefit of a modern battery operated impulse driver retaining that synonymous mechanical 'clunk' every 30 seconds.
About the maker
Synchronome was founded in 1895 by Frank Hope-Jones where it was instrumental in the early stage developments of impulse clock systems. Their system enabled any number of clocks, otherwise known as slave dials, to be connected in a series and synchronised with electrical impulses delivered from a central master clock. They became common place in schools, factories, railway and other public spaces and many are still running in their original settings today. As a company, Synchronome remains in the Hope-Jones family and continues to hand make their clocks in a way that their original founder would be proud of.
Dimensions
Diameter: 950mm
Depth: 120mm
Weight: 25kg
