FULLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS SHIP’S CHRONOMETER LEVER NO. 12
FULLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS SHIP’S CHRONOMETER LEVER NO. 12
SOLD $879.00 Sold: May 2, 2024 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
FULLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS SHIP’S CHRONOMETER LEVER NO. 12 Offered for sale is a Seth Thomas Ship’s Chronometer. This one is Lever No. 12 and it is shown in Ly’s Seth Thomas book, third edition. It is item 2672 on page 780. It lists 1920 as the date of manufacture and gives $3500 for the value of a 12-inch dial chronometer. This chronometer measures 11.75 inches across with a 10” dial so the value is somewhat less. I used recent auction sales prices during my research and found clocks of this value selling for around $1000 with the buyer’s premium. The case is solid cast brass and the clock was built for the Crosby Steamgage and Valve Company and was most likely used in a steam plant or the engine room of a ship. Seth Thomas supplied these clocks to many companies, as well as the US Military. I have a copy of a photo of these clocks in service on a U.S. Navy vessel that I will send along with the clock. This clock comes with a quality replacement key complete with the Seth Thomas logo. I ask you to examine the high-resolution pictures closely as they are a large part of the description of this item. WHAT MAKES A CLOCK A GOOD VALUE? The rules of economics are fairly straightforward Simply put, it is almost impossible to spend a little and get a lot. Antique and vintage clocks follow these rules as well. You can buy “As Found” clocks for less money. Then you have to pay a shop to go through the movement and when you are done, you have spent more than if you would have bid on the nicer clocks in the beginning. I have tried through the photos to show the basic steps that I do in restoring these wonderful machines to their original state. My goal is to provide you with a quality time piece that will provide enjoyment and be a source of pride in your home for years to come. Equally important to me is to provide you with a clock that I believe will retain its value over the years. That is what I think constitutes real value in antique and vintage clocks. MY PHILOSOPHY ON CLOCKS AND CLOCK MOVEMENTS. The only way to properly repair a movement is to completely disassemble, clean and inspect all parts, and make the needed repairs by proper horological methods. This includes the rebushing of all worn holes and the polishing of any rough pivots. The movements are then reassembled, lubricated with a high-quality clock oil and test run for 8 days. This is a very time intensive process but is the only correct way to properly recondition a clock movement. You should expect a movement repaired in this manner to run for ten years trouble-free. I have been doing clock repair for over 42 years. I apprenticed under an Oregon State licensed repairman and have been a member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC) since 1981. I do not make a living doing this; it has become a passion of mine. I go to estate sales, auctions, and search places like eBay and Craigslist to find clocks that are in need of restoration. Once they are made like new mechanically, I put them up for sale in the hopes of paying for my materials and upgrading my personal collection. My hope is also to provide you with an heirloom to cherish for years to come. BUYER RESPONSIBILITY Both parties need to be fully engaged in the buying process for a transaction to be a success. Buyers need to understand that the clocks I sell are between 80 and 140 years old. While the movements are fully serviced, all of my clocks show some scars from these decades of use. I try to describe these marks as best I can and mention them in my listing text. I count on the buyer to read the entire auction text and examine the high-resolution pictures closely to make sure it meets your needs and expectations. I am always willing to make good on any shipping damage through the insurance process but I am no longer willing to offer partial refunds simply because the buyer did not read the listing or examine the auction photos. PAYMENT AND SHIPPING. People deserve to be treated fairly and to expect that their transaction will be handled as if the business was being done face to face. Read my feedback and you can see that I live by these words. I know that the shipping cost seems high but this is an item of substantial value so it will be sent out fully insured and with signature confirmation. The case is solid cast brass so the shipping weight will be substantial as well. Due to the vibration of shipping, no guarantee can be given but this item is covered by the eBay Money Back Guarantee program. Also, I pride myself in excellent preparation for shipment and can help via email or by phone in getting the clock set up. Clock will be shipped by UPS so I cannot ship to PO boxes. Thank you for looking at my auction. RECENT CUSTOMER FEEDBACK Smooth deal, product as represented, great dealer. Thanks This seller practices outstanding communication! The 1898 Seth Thomas "Larkin" mantle clock was beautifully and perfectly restored. It operates flawlessly and the chimes are amazing. The seller included excellent instructions and answered several questions I had after delivery. The clock was packaged quite well, and there were no issues with damage. The price was more than fair for what I received. Would definitely buy from this seller again! ----- It's hard to ship glass across the country and have it arrive safely. This vendor accomplished that with the best packaging I have seen from an eBay vendor. 5 Star description. I'm very pleased with this purchase. --------- The seller did a wonderful job with the packaging of a delicate clock. Received the ST clock and it was just as advertised - a beautiful restoration job. Super great transaction experience from a very confident professional. Seller’s detailed setup instructions accessibility are awesome. Very professional! Beautiful clock and nice packaging. Thanks. Described perfectly, shipped quickly, and packaged nicely. Can’t ask for more! A superb seller and restorer - very professional! Great seller and clock man. Clock arrived with great packing. This is a great seller. Honest, great communication, a professional in all respects Helpful and informed seller. Quick & accurate communication. Much appreciated Very Nice Clock. Fast Shipping, great communication. Great clock as described and better. Fast shipping too. Thanks so much. Superb clock, better than expected and packed well. Would buy from Mark again! The clock works great! Happy camper, Thank you so much. Great packing! A+++++Seller! Great communication and fast shipping! Clock looks beautiful! Great seller and clock man. Clock arrived with great packing. This is a great seller. Honest, great communication, a professional in all respects Helpful & informed seller. Quick and accurate communication. Much appreciated Very Nice Clock. Fast Shipping, great communication. Great clock as described and better. Fast shipping too. Thanks so much. Superb clock, better than expected and packed well. Would buy from Mark again! The clock works great! Happy camper, Thank you so much. Great packing! A+++++Seller! Great communication and fast shipping! Clock looks beautiful! Packaging was the best I’ve seen! A real professional clock man! Beautiful clock, better than description. Runs great with no adjustments required. Do not hesitate to buy a clock from this seller. His prices are more than fair. Great Seller, buy with confidence from him. He deserves his 100% rating. Extremely well packaged, good price & came with all the instructions needed Better than pictures running perfectly and packed for the apocalypse Great Clock- Great deal- Highly Recommend Very professional seller, perfect packaging, clock in perfect condition. On time, good seller, wonderful clock. Thanks. Excellent packing and quality workmanship. Very good service Excellent humble expert. Excellent communication, shipping and quality clock. Clock was well packed and arrived in great shape. Prompt answer to questions A wonderful clock, expertly packed and shipped. The clock is perfection! I appreciate the seller tremendously & will buy again! Seller was kind, supportive and generous. The clock, a rare beautiful antique. Happy Clock and a Happy Customer! Was packaged so GREAT!!! Perfect and shipped quickly, too! Packed to survive a nuclear war! Seller worked with me to surpass my expectations! A+Would do business again! Beautiful well-working clock! Seller very helpful with after sale advice! More than pleased with this clock and its excellent condition! Arrived safely! Best Packing I have ever seen, arrived no damage!!! Thank you!!!!! Mark is an A+ Seller and all-around nice guy. He was a pleasure to deal with. Exquisite Antique! Exquisite Packing! Exquisite Customer Service! A++ Packaged perfectly. Amazing communication! The best seller I have worked with! Beautiful clock, just as described. Carefully packaged. Arrived quickly. 5+ Excellent! As described and pictured. Fast and safe shipping. I am very pleased. SUPER FAST shipping, VERY CAREFUL packing, and SWEET clock! Packed perfectly, clock more beautiful than I expected and running as promised Beautiful Clock, excellent packaging, would definitely purchase in the future! Absolutely the best experience! Way over the top care taken when shipping! A+ Too good to be true. Beautiful clock lovingly restored by an artist. Thank you! A+ I am 1000% satisfied. Highly recommend doing business with longviewmark! The antique clock was well packed, arrived intact. I'm very happy with seller! Great clock, expert packaging. Everything about the transaction was professional A++, beautiful clock, thank you so much. Outstanding, vintage regulator; excellent shipping method; dependable seller. Clock is "as new" restoration, keeps time to minute, HAPPY BUYER!!! Beautiful clock, just as described. Clock was superbly protected in box. Thanks! Wonderful clock, works very well. I love the chimes! Excellent piece accurate description expert packaging thank you! Well packed; loved the helpful instructions. Clock works well. Very professional, very knowledgeable, packed and shipped with care. Clock arrived on time carefully packed and happily keeping time on mantle. A+++ Everything about dealing with Mark surpassed all my expectations. Excellent packaging, clock exactly as described, great communication! A+ Seller was available, and outstanding in every way! Fast ship, very professional and knowledgeable. Clock is wonderful! Excellent seller. He went way above and beyond to make me happy! fast service-very well packed-clock just as stated-I would deal with anytime-A++ Love the clock, thank you for going above and beyond! Beautiful clock; fair price; pleasant transaction. Will buy again! A++++ Seller is top notch person to work with and clock outstanding. Great Transaction Knowledgeable and honest seller. Item well packed and shipped promptly If there's a better eBay seller, I wouldn't believe it. Mark is the best!! Package arrived today, well packaged and item was exactly as pictured in the ad. Quick shipping great packing good seller. Super-fast delivery, great item, arrived safely. Thanks! Clock perfectly restored; excellent packing job. Buy from this guy! Awesome clock! Very fast shipping! Thanks! Perfectly restored clock. Great packing job. Thank you! Perfect, as advertised. Beautiful clock, seller really delivered! Excellent customer service, item as described, fast shipping, will use again. This is an amazing place to get an outstanding clock. Mark really knows clocks Received quickly. Well packed. Running well. Thanks! Great transaction. Item was as described. Quick shipping and well packaged. Very happy with my clock. Really appreciate the instructions he enclosed. Absolutely beautiful. Restoration is a true work of art. Could not be happier!!! Clock exactly as described, very pleased. (Condition: Refurbished)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
FULLY RESTORED SETH THOMAS SHIP’S CHRONOMETER LEVER NO. 12 Offered for sale is a Seth Thomas Ship’s Chronometer. This one is Lever No. 12 and it is shown in Ly’s Seth Thomas book, third edition. It is item 2672 on page 780. It lists 1920 as the date of manufacture and gives $3500 for the value of a 12-inch dial chronometer. This chronometer measures 11.75 inches across with a 10” dial so the value is somewhat less. I used recent auction sales prices during my research and found clocks of this value selling for around $1000 with the buyer’s premium. The case is solid cast brass and the clock was built for the Crosby Steamgage and Valve Company and was most likely used in a steam plant or the engine room of a ship. Seth Thomas supplied these clocks to many companies, as well as the US Military. I have a copy of a photo of these clocks in service on a U.S. Navy vessel that I will send along with the clock. This clock comes with a quality replacement key complete with the Seth Thomas logo. I ask you to examine the high-resolution pictures closely as they are a large part of the description of this item. WHAT MAKES A CLOCK A GOOD VALUE? The rules of economics are fairly straightforward Simply put, it is almost impossible to spend a little and get a lot. Antique and vintage clocks follow these rules as well. You can buy “As Found” clocks for less money. Then you have to pay a shop to go through the movement and when you are done, you have spent more than if you would have bid on the nicer clocks in the beginning. I have tried through the photos to show the basic steps that I do in restoring these wonderful machines to their original state. My goal is to provide you with a quality time piece that will provide enjoyment and be a source of pride in your home for years to come. Equally important to me is to provide you with a clock that I believe will retain its value over the years. That is what I think constitutes real value in antique and vintage clocks. MY PHILOSOPHY ON CLOCKS AND CLOCK MOVEMENTS. The only way to properly repair a movement is to completely disassemble, clean and inspect all parts, and make the needed repairs by proper horological methods. This includes the rebushing of all worn holes and the polishing of any rough pivots. The movements are then reassembled, lubricated with a high-quality clock oil and test run for 8 days. This is a very time intensive process but is the only correct way to properly recondition a clock movement. You should expect a movement repaired in this manner to run for ten years trouble-free. I have been doing clock repair for over 42 years. I apprenticed under an Oregon State licensed repairman and have been a member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC) since 1981. I do not make a living doing this; it has become a passion of mine. I go to estate sales, auctions, and search places like eBay and Craigslist to find clocks that are in need of restoration. Once they are made like new mechanically, I put them up for sale in the hopes of paying for my materials and upgrading my personal collection. My hope is also to provide you with an heirloom to cherish for years to come. BUYER RESPONSIBILITY Both parties need to be fully engaged in the buying process for a transaction to be a success. Buyers need to understand that the clocks I sell are between 80 and 140 years old. While the movements are fully serviced, all of my clocks show some scars from these decades of use. I try to describe these marks as best I can and mention them in my listing text. I count on the buyer to read the entire auction text and examine the high-resolution pictures closely to make sure it meets your needs and expectations. I am always willing to make good on any shipping damage through the insurance process but I am no longer willing to offer partial refunds simply because the buyer did not read the listing or examine the auction photos. PAYMENT AND SHIPPING. People deserve to be treated fairly and to expect that their transaction will be handled as if the business was being done face to face. Read my feedback and you can see that I live by these words. I know that the shipping cost seems high but this is an item of substantial value so it will be sent out fully insured and with signature confirmation. The case is solid cast brass so the shipping weight will be substantial as well. Due to the vibration of shipping, no guarantee can be given but this item is covered by the eBay Money Back Guarantee program. Also, I pride myself in excellent preparation for shipment and can help via email or by phone in getting the clock set up. Clock will be shipped by UPS so I cannot ship to PO boxes. Thank you for looking at my auction. RECENT CUSTOMER FEEDBACK Smooth deal, product as represented, great dealer. Thanks This seller practices outstanding communication! The 1898 Seth Thomas "Larkin" mantle clock was beautifully and perfectly restored. It operates flawlessly and the chimes are amazing. The seller included excellent instructions and answered several questions I had after delivery. The clock was packaged quite well, and there were no issues with damage. The price was more than fair for what I received. Would definitely buy from this seller again! ----- It's hard to ship glass across the country and have it arrive safely. This vendor accomplished that with the best packaging I have seen from an eBay vendor. 5 Star description. I'm very pleased with this purchase. --------- The seller did a wonderful job with the packaging of a delicate clock. Received the ST clock and it was just as advertised - a beautiful restoration job. Super great transaction experience from a very confident professional. Seller’s detailed setup instructions accessibility are awesome. Very professional! Beautiful clock and nice packaging. Thanks. Described perfectly, shipped quickly, and packaged nicely. Can’t ask for more! A superb seller and restorer - very professional! Great seller and clock man. Clock arrived with great packing. This is a great seller. Honest, great communication, a professional in all respects Helpful and informed seller. Quick & accurate communication. Much appreciated Very Nice Clock. Fast Shipping, great communication. Great clock as described and better. Fast shipping too. Thanks so much. Superb clock, better than expected and packed well. Would buy from Mark again! The clock works great! Happy camper, Thank you so much. Great packing! A+++++Seller! Great communication and fast shipping! Clock looks beautiful! Great seller and clock man. Clock arrived with great packing. This is a great seller. Honest, great communication, a professional in all respects Helpful & informed seller. Quick and accurate communication. Much appreciated Very Nice Clock. Fast Shipping, great communication. Great clock as described and better. Fast shipping too. Thanks so much. Superb clock, better than expected and packed well. Would buy from Mark again! The clock works great! Happy camper, Thank you so much. Great packing! A+++++Seller! Great communication and fast shipping! Clock looks beautiful! Packaging was the best I’ve seen! A real professional clock man! Beautiful clock, better than description. Runs great with no adjustments required. Do not hesitate to buy a clock from this seller. His prices are more than fair. Great Seller, buy with confidence from him. He deserves his 100% rating. Extremely well packaged, good price & came with all the instructions needed Better than pictures running perfectly and packed for the apocalypse Great Clock- Great deal- Highly Recommend Very professional seller, perfect packaging, clock in perfect condition. On time, good seller, wonderful clock. Thanks. Excellent packing and quality workmanship. Very good service Excellent humble expert. Excellent communication, shipping and quality clock. Clock was well packed and arrived in great shape. Prompt answer to questions A wonderful clock, expertly packed and shipped. The clock is perfection! I appreciate the seller tremendously & will buy again! Seller was kind, supportive and generous. The clock, a rare beautiful antique. Happy Clock and a Happy Customer! Was packaged so GREAT!!! Perfect and shipped quickly, too! Packed to survive a nuclear war! Seller worked with me to surpass my expectations! A+Would do business again! Beautiful well-working clock! Seller very helpful with after sale advice! More than pleased with this clock and its excellent condition! Arrived safely! Best Packing I have ever seen, arrived no damage!!! Thank you!!!!! Mark is an A+ Seller and all-around nice guy. He was a pleasure to deal with. Exquisite Antique! Exquisite Packing! Exquisite Customer Service! A++ Packaged perfectly. Amazing communication! The best seller I have worked with! Beautiful clock, just as described. Carefully packaged. Arrived quickly. 5+ Excellent! As described and pictured. Fast and safe shipping. I am very pleased. SUPER FAST shipping, VERY CAREFUL packing, and SWEET clock! Packed perfectly, clock more beautiful than I expected and running as promised Beautiful Clock, excellent packaging, would definitely purchase in the future! Absolutely the best experience! Way over the top care taken when shipping! A+ Too good to be true. Beautiful clock lovingly restored by an artist. Thank you! A+ I am 1000% satisfied. Highly recommend doing business with longviewmark! The antique clock was well packed, arrived intact. I'm very happy with seller! Great clock, expert packaging. Everything about the transaction was professional A++, beautiful clock, thank you so much. Outstanding, vintage regulator; excellent shipping method; dependable seller. Clock is "as new" restoration, keeps time to minute, HAPPY BUYER!!! Beautiful clock, just as described. Clock was superbly protected in box. Thanks! Wonderful clock, works very well. I love the chimes! Excellent piece accurate description expert packaging thank you! Well packed; loved the helpful instructions. Clock works well. Very professional, very knowledgeable, packed and shipped with care. Clock arrived on time carefully packed and happily keeping time on mantle. A+++ Everything about dealing with Mark surpassed all my expectations. Excellent packaging, clock exactly as described, great communication! A+ Seller was available, and outstanding in every way! Fast ship, very professional and knowledgeable. Clock is wonderful! Excellent seller. He went way above and beyond to make me happy! fast service-very well packed-clock just as stated-I would deal with anytime-A++ Love the clock, thank you for going above and beyond! Beautiful clock; fair price; pleasant transaction. Will buy again! A++++ Seller is top notch person to work with and clock outstanding. Great Transaction Knowledgeable and honest seller. Item well packed and shipped promptly If there's a better eBay seller, I wouldn't believe it. Mark is the best!! Package arrived today, well packaged and item was exactly as pictured in the ad. Quick shipping great packing good seller. Super-fast delivery, great item, arrived safely. Thanks! Clock perfectly restored; excellent packing job. Buy from this guy! Awesome clock! Very fast shipping! Thanks! Perfectly restored clock. Great packing job. Thank you! Perfect, as advertised. Beautiful clock, seller really delivered! Excellent customer service, item as described, fast shipping, will use again. This is an amazing place to get an outstanding clock. Mark really knows clocks Received quickly. Well packed. Running well. Thanks! Great transaction. Item was as described. Quick shipping and well packaged. Very happy with my clock. Really appreciate the instructions he enclosed. Absolutely beautiful. Restoration is a true work of art. Could not be happier!!! Clock exactly as described, very pleased. (Condition: Refurbished)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.