Genuine Royal Air Force (RAF) Officers Mess Oak Mantel Clock by FW Elliott
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DESCRIPTION:
This is a superb fusee mantel clock by Bry the renowned FW Elliott. This type of click is most commonly referred to as an Officer's Mess clock although these clocks almost certainly saw wider use throughout RAF stations. The case is made from solid oak which has some lovely grain and is of a nice simple design.
To access the dial a button to the left side is pressed to release the bezel. The silvered dial is set out with Roman numerals and an RAF emblems is also engraved to the dial. The bezel is cast brass and the glass over the dial is convex. The rear door is complete with its lock and key. The movement is an excellent quality chain driven fusee movement. The movement us engraved with the makers name ‘MADE BY F.W. ELLIOTT LTD ENGLAND’. The pendulum is held in place by a travel nut when the clock is being moved.
Although the company was formed by Frank Westcombe Elliott in 1923 manufacturing domestic clocks, the original Elliott company was formed by J.J. Elliott in 1886. In 1909 the company merged with Grimshaw & Baxter. Following the death of J.J. Elliott, his son, F.W. Elliott left Grimshaw & Baxter in 1921 and joined Gillett & Johnston, two years later he formed his own company FW Elliott Ltd, The factory was bombed twice during the war. After the war they supplied clocks to the Government and the GPO.
The clock comes complete with it's winding key, pendulum and door key.
DIMENSIONS
The approximate dimensions are:
- 9 inches / 23 cm wide
- 5 1/2 inches / 14 cm deep
- 13 3/4 inches / 35 cm high
AGE:
The clock is circa 1930.
CONDITION:
The case and dial are in superb condition as can be seen from the photographs just odd age and use related marks as would be expected. The movement is stunning quality being chain fusee. The clock is happily ticking and keeping good time. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition, as what you view is exactly what you will receive.
This RAF clock is by an excellent maker and would grace any home, so happy bidding.
Payment: Please ensure payment is made within 2 days of the end of the auction and collection is made within 14 days. Payment methods listed. For collection in person, cash on collection. Please email any other questions before bidding and only bid if you are serious about buying. Unless prior arrangements have been made all items to be collected within 14 days.
Postage: POSTAGE IS TO ENGLAND WALES AND PARTS
OF SCOTLAND, EXCLUDING THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS. Please note that there is a
surcharge of £10 for delivery to: The Highlands and Islands of Scotland
Postcodes AB31 AB33 - AB38, AB45, AB52 - AB55 AB56 and FK17 – 21, IV, HS, KA27-28, KW,
PA20-49, PA60-78, PH17-26, PH30-44, PH49-50, ZE and also Northern Island, Isle
of Man and Isles of Scilly. Postcodes BT, IM, TR21-25.
Collection
/ Delivery: Buyer
to collect from Tarporley, Cheshire. There is
a possibility of local delivery please contact us. If you are unable to
collect you are welcome to arrange a courier. The following couriers can
provide a quote:
·
AJ Transport on
07714 417824
·
Mark
Woodrow of MAW Couriers on 07525 761169
·
Chris
Hodge of GEAR SHIFTERS on 07979 603390.
Please note all courier costs to be
paid directly by buyer, we have no affiliation to these couriers, they are
independent. Unless prior arrangements have been made all items to be collected
within 14 days.
Items still uncollected after 14 days will be charged storage at a rate of £5 per day.
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