Original Listing Description

CHIME CLOCK No. 73 – 1921 For offer is this beautiful Seth Thomas Chime Clock No. 73 produced in the year of 1921 which is a chime clock that is truly hard to find. A feature that is not found often is the look of the fancy pierced dial. A common fancy pierced dial is one that has a solid polished piece of brass. This one has a polished brass background with a fancy pierced pattern on top of it. The case of this Chime Clock No. 73 is made of solid and ribbon mahogany. The case has been cleaned with mild clock cleaner and hand waxed to bring out the original mahogany patina that looks fantastic. The case has a few character marks on it that should be seen in the pictures. I love the lines on this old beauty. It has an old English design of two carved pillars and a broken arched top. The moldings around the base area are amazing and the grille work on the sides is fancy and detailed. Even the material in the grille is original and intact to let out the beautiful Westminster chimes. This is very large, heavy clock that has many great features, comes with its original pendulum and original one-sided key along with an original model label at the bottom that will make a great conversation piece between your family, friends and guests. Everything about this clock is big and all original. The only thing not original are the bronze bushings in the movement that I rebuilt properly myself. The original wavy glass is incased by a mahogany arched frame door. The elegant design of the fancy pierced dial is the focal point of the old English design case. You can actually see yourself in the polished brass background. This model is equipped with a chime lock to prevent the chimes from rattling during transportation. The back door opens and closes properly as it should. Sitting on my foyer table for the past month while keeping accurate time week after week and listening to the beautiful Mayland chime rods sound out the Westminster chime slowly on the quarter-hours really makes this clock a hard one for me to let go. The original 6-inch silvered dial ring of the Chime No. 73 has little wear which some people would consider as mint. The large Arabic numbers are in great shape and visible from a distance. The signature Seth Thomas black fancy shaped serpentine hour and minute hands compliment the dial face giving it a classy look. The glass has no chips or scratches in it and the wood cased door opens and closes properly as it should. The key is one sided because the adjustments for the time and the silent chime is done manually and easily from the front of the clock. All aspects of this clock are fully functional. The eight day Seth Thomas No. 113A Westminster movement is a whopping 5 ½ pounds with its original hold down screws which is not common to see on a clock this old. The movement has been completely taken apart, ultrasonically cleaned, all the pivots polished, all the worn pivot holes bushed, springs cleaned and the whole movement was properly lubricated. The chime spring has been replaced with a proper sized new one. The three-train movement has a self-adjusting lever that will automatically correct the chimes and hour strike at the top of the hour (accidentally activating the chimes and moving minute hand back is a great example). Another clock I am selling that is fully functional, wound every Sunday and not just bench tested but tested with the clock put together and working in my house over several weeks or months to assure that the clock will operate perfectly for the new owner and generations to follow. Each quarter-hour beautifully chimes on the four Mayland chime rods. The first quarter-hour plays four notes. Eight notes on the half hour. 12 notes on the three-quarter hour, followed by 16 notes of the full Westminster chime sequence at the top of each hour followed by the fifth rod struck to mark the hour. The Mayland chimes are by far the most resonant and pleasing to the ear chime that I have ever heard. The regular Seth Thomas Westminster rods are nice, but these chimes are truly beautiful and the best sounding of any chime clock. What I do to ensure you are buying a quality clock. Ø Disassemble the entire clock and movement myself completely. Ø Install Seth Thomas parts on the movement as needed. Ø Rebush all worn pivot holes with Burgeon bronze bushings as needed. Ø Clean the entire movement ultrasonically. Ø Clean the original dial being careful not to alter its original condition. Ø Clean bezel, parts and chime rods by hand. Ø Clean the outside of the original finish by hand with mild cleaners as well as the inside and apply a coat of wax by hand. Ø I will never alter the finish or farm out the clock not knowing what is being done to the clock. This does decrease the value of a clock. Ø Reassemble the clock, oil/lube in the proper places. Ø Adjust chime and strike hammer sequence properly to assure smooth and even strikes at each quarter-hour and hour. Ø Electronically regulate the beat and adjust the speed while the clock is level to ensure accuracy for many generations. Ø Inspect and adjust every minor detail of the clock assuring full function and peak performance for many years to come. Ø Test the clock for a minimum of two weeks to ensure peak and proper performance for the new owner. Ø Smoke free, pet free home. All clocks are cleaned removing odors. Ø Instructions for set up provided, contact number for on going support and discounted maintenance or repair for your clock. Ø A video player so you can see and hear the clock you are buying. This is a full size chime clock that measures 13 ¾” H X 10 ¾” W X 7 ¼” D that would compliment any rooms décor with its beauty and sound. This would make a great birthday, wedding gift, a great gift for that special someone, or just buying it for your own private collection to pass down as a family heirloom. This clock will be carefully packed with my contact number and instructions via FedEx Ground/Home Delivery in the continental United States only. Because of its size and weight shipping will be charged at a flat rate of only $65.00 FedEx Ground/Home Delivery. Tracking, delivery confirmation signature upon delivery and insurance will be included in the flat rate and will be insured at the full selling price. This clock will be sold as is and the seller has the right to end the auction at anytime. This is a need nothing clock except to just level it and wind it once a week. Check back weekly for more Seth Thomas clocks and parts, please email me with any questions, check out my feedback and other items and/or clocks currently listed for sale on ebay and I thank you for looking.NAWCC Member No. 0171477 (Condition: Refurbished)

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