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Striking Fusee Ships Clock by Benzie, Cowes
This antique clock is a rare example of a twin fusee ship's clock dating from 1875-1900, of superb quality workmanship by a maker of high repute.
The ringed bronzed case is 4½ inches deep, and has a sprung door latch to release the cast brass bezel.
The eight day chain fusee movement boasts an oversized platform, the jewelled balance with cylinder escapement. The substantial 4mm plates are united by 5 pillars. It strikes the hours on a coiled gong.
The 7-inch dial is well engraved with Roman numerals and with a recessed Arabic subsidiary seconds dial. A regulation lever protrudes through the dial above the XII. The dial is signed BENZIE, COWES.
Three matching brass hands.
Diameter 21.5 cms
Depth 13cms
The movement is overhauled and the clock guaranteed for 3 years.
The firm of Benzie still exist in Cowes today. Information from their website tells us that it was established in 1862 by the late Mr. Simpson Benzie. Through his artistic application of nautical subjects to antique jewellery, the founder of the business gained a world-wide reputation. He was the first to design a clock to strike the ship’s bells. Since he died in 1915, his son took an active interest in the concern since 1891, to follow on similar working lines. The Royal Warrants held by the establishment are: H. M. King George V., in 1910 H. M. the Queen, 1912 H. M. King Edward, 1901 H. M. Queen Alexandra, 1901 H. M. Queen Victoria, 1885 H. R. H. the Prince of Wales, 1884 H. M. King of Greece, 1886.”
In over 130 years Benzie has proudly held no fewer than eight Royal Warrants. A Benzie clock hung on a bulkhead on the Royal Yacht, Britannia. We are proud to be one of the UK’s finest suppliers of high quality Antique Clocks. We are based in Somerset, but also serve the rest of the UK. We are also delighted to have a number of overseas customers.
The workshops have recently relocated to Somerset and we continue to stock a large range of antique clocks and new clocks at very competitive prices.
We are proud to be members of LAPADA, the Association of Art and Antique Dealers.
Carlton Clocks is also a business partner of the British Horological Institute.
Ian has years of experience in restoring and maintaining clocks. He has a particular interest in early electric clocks. You will see from our Electric Clocks catalogue that we also manufacture and supply a small range of parts for Bulle, Eureka and Brillie electric clocks.
The mix of other clocks for sale is limited only by what Ian finds interesting and/or beautiful, aesthetically or mechanically.
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Lower Odcombe
Yeovil
Somerset
BA22 8TY
Tel : 01935 713333
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The ringed bronzed case is 4½ inches deep, and has a sprung door latch to release the cast brass bezel.
The eight day chain fusee movement boasts an oversized platform, the jewelled balance with cylinder escapement. The substantial 4mm plates are united by 5 pillars. It strikes the hours on a coiled gong.
The 7-inch dial is well engraved with Roman numerals and with a recessed Arabic subsidiary seconds dial. A regulation lever protrudes through the dial above the XII. The dial is signed BENZIE, COWES.
Three matching brass hands.
Diameter 21.5 cms
Depth 13cms
The movement is overhauled and the clock guaranteed for 3 years.
The firm of Benzie still exist in Cowes today. Information from their website tells us that it was established in 1862 by the late Mr. Simpson Benzie. Through his artistic application of nautical subjects to antique jewellery, the founder of the business gained a world-wide reputation. He was the first to design a clock to strike the ship’s bells. Since he died in 1915, his son took an active interest in the concern since 1891, to follow on similar working lines. The Royal Warrants held by the establishment are: H. M. King George V., in 1910 H. M. the Queen, 1912 H. M. King Edward, 1901 H. M. Queen Alexandra, 1901 H. M. Queen Victoria, 1885 H. R. H. the Prince of Wales, 1884 H. M. King of Greece, 1886.”
In over 130 years Benzie has proudly held no fewer than eight Royal Warrants. A Benzie clock hung on a bulkhead on the Royal Yacht, Britannia. We are proud to be one of the UK’s finest suppliers of high quality Antique Clocks. We are based in Somerset, but also serve the rest of the UK. We are also delighted to have a number of overseas customers.
The workshops have recently relocated to Somerset and we continue to stock a large range of antique clocks and new clocks at very competitive prices.
We are proud to be members of LAPADA, the Association of Art and Antique Dealers.
Carlton Clocks is also a business partner of the British Horological Institute.
Ian has years of experience in restoring and maintaining clocks. He has a particular interest in early electric clocks. You will see from our Electric Clocks catalogue that we also manufacture and supply a small range of parts for Bulle, Eureka and Brillie electric clocks.
The mix of other clocks for sale is limited only by what Ian finds interesting and/or beautiful, aesthetically or mechanically.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 19/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. to include delivery in the UK mainland.
Category Antique Clocks
Period Late 19th Century Antiques
Material Brass
Origin English
Item code as392a314 / Benzie
Status Sold
£2950.00
$3736.18
€3529.09
$
€
Conversion rates as of 19/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. to include delivery in the UK mainland.
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We deliver our clocks fully insured free of charge anywhere in the United Kingdom and include comprehensive setting up instructions. Quotations can be arranged anywhere else worldwide.
View all stock from
Carlton Clocks
Lower Odcombe
Yeovil
Somerset
BA22 8TY
Tel : 01935 713333
Non UK callers : +44 1935 713333
Get directions to Carlton Clocks
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