Superb Antique Seikosha Regulator Wall Clock, XLNT Cond

  A magnificent antique (circa 1900) Seikosha octagonal drop regulator wall clock, produced in Japan, in the style of the well-known American Schoolhouse clocks that were very popular at the time.

   Typically produced in the USA by Ansonia and the like, these lovely old regulators are now very desirable antiques, and this wonderful Japanese equivalent is no exception. Indeed, the early Seikosha wall clocks (such as this) were all beautifully crafted, very accurate timekeepers of excellent quality, and as such, are very worthy rivals for their American built counterparts.

   The Seikosha Clock Company was established in Tokyo in around 1892, and was of course the predecessor to the now world-renowned Seiko Corporation (re-named in  1924). Clearly, even from its beginnings, this has been a company earning a well-deserved reputation for excellence, and it endures to this day.

This particular clock is a very early, and outstanding example of this high standard of craftsmanship.

It is an eight day, spring and pendulum driven, time and strike model, that has been very well cared for and remains in superb working condition.

  Having generous proportions of height 60cm, width 42 cm and a depth of 12 cm, this is a large and impressive clock with a majestic presence.

   The dial alone measures a massive 31cm in diameter (this is much larger than a dinner plate!).

   The timber case is beautifully crafted in the traditional octagonal shape, with the drop extension housing the pendulum. It is undamaged, no chips, cracks, repairs or other problems. The original finish is in superb condition and glows with a wonderful warm patina.

  The spectacular dial is clear, uncluttered, and beautifully preserved with the only concessions to age being some very minor random marks, and the normal subtle yellowing that occurs naturally over the passage of more than a century.

   The face is protected by the hinged glass door, complete with its brass bezel, all in excellent condition.

The makers name ‘Seikosha’ is proudly displayed centrally on the dial, along with the ‘S’ within a diamond and circle trademark. Printed beneath the numeral six is  'Made by Seikosha, Tokyo, Japan’.

   Access to the pendulum is gained via the hinged lower door that fastens with a simple knob and latch. The glass is decorated with a gilt oval (to showcase the pendulum), and pasted to the rear interior of this compartment is the original manufacturers paper label, wonderfully preserved, with elegant gold lettering ( see photo).

 Please ignore any whitish marks/streaks in the photos, they are merely reflection.

   The quality brass mechanism has recently been cleaned and oiled and is working perfectly. This too, is stamped with the makers mark (see photo).

   The clock strikes the appropriate count for each hour on a coiled gong.

   The clock works perfectly and keeps excellent time.

   It comes complete with its original pendulum, and an appropriate winding key.

     Sadly, after 20 years of collecting we are confronted with a severe lack of wall space, and the decision to part with this grand old clock has been a painful one. Making it worse, is the knowledge that this clock will be virtually impossible to replace, because experience has taught us that original antique Seikosha wall clocks are actually harder to find than their American equivalents (especially in this size, and in such lovely condition).

  Set up and care information will be sent to the new owner, and we will happily provide follow up advice/help via phone/email if required.

This clock will be safely wrapped with bubble wrap and padding, double boxed with inner box of styrene.

Examples of postage costs( no packing or handling fees, postage at cost) for this item to each capital city are as follows:

Sydney $24.20,Canberra $25.40, Melbourne $15.80, Brisbane $29.40, Adelaide $24.60 Darwin $33.00, Perth $29.80.

Insurance/registered post (recommended) $2.80 for the first $100 value and a further $1.30 for each $100 value thereafter