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Vintage 8-Day Smiths Military Mod Bakelite Office Mess Mantel Clock Broad Arrow

Name: Vintage 8-Day Smiths Military Mod Bakelite Office Mess Mantel Clock Broad Arrow
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1149799
Price: 350 GBP
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1920 - 1940

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Description

Vintage 8-Day Smiths Military MOD Bakelite Office Mess Mantel Clock : KA 1356

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DESCRIPTION:

Here we have an excellent example of a military marked 8-day clock by Smiths, in a bakelite case. This pendulum clock is fully marked on the dial with a prominent broad arrow, and on the inside of the door is another broad arrow mark with the number 310, it is also fully marked on inside of the case with 'KA 1356'. The clock comes with its original pendulum and 'SMITHS ENFIELD' marked key.

From 1938 the Smiths Enfield name was used on clocks but from c1952 all clocks were simply marked Smiths and the Enfield name was lost indicating theis clock was made between 1938 and 1952 and as such is likely to have been used in WW2.

To the rear is the door to access the movement. The door is open and closed by a catch. The movement is nice and clean, as can be seen from the photographs, and is in perfect working order. The movement is stamped with with the 'SMITHS MADE IN GT BRITIAN BY THE ENFIELD CLOCK CO LTD 5210'. In addition this clock comes complete with it's winding key and pendulum.

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate MAXIMUM dimensions are:

- 8 3/4 inches (22 cm) wide.

- 4 3/4 inches (12 cm) deep.

- 8 inches (20.5 cm) high

AGE: The clock is dated 1962.

CONDITION:

The case is in superb condition as can be seen from the photographs, as with any vintage items just minor marks commensurate with age and very careful use. The movement is nice and clean, as can be seen from the photographs, and is in perfect working order. The small loop to the rear door catch is lacking. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition, as what you view is exactly what you will receive.

This military clock would be a great addition to any collection.

This clock can be posted to mainland UK if required for £15 by Royal Mail Tracked 48

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N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Bakelite Military Mantel Clock to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1149799

Dealers Internal Reference

Mantel clock b33

Description

Vintage 8-Day Smiths Military MOD Bakelite Office Mess Mantel Clock : KA 1356

ALL OUR CONTACT INFORMATION IS LISTED UNDER 'BUSINESS SELLER INFORMATION'

DESCRIPTION:

Here we have an excellent example of a military marked 8-day clock by Smiths, in a bakelite case. This pendulum clock is fully marked on the dial with a prominent broad arrow, and on the inside of the door is another broad arrow mark with the number 310, it is also fully marked on inside of the case with 'KA 1356'. The clock comes with its original pendulum and 'SMITHS ENFIELD' marked key.

fig 1. A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. — fig 1. Vintage 8-Day Smiths Military Mod Bakelite Office Mess Mantel Clock Broad Arrow

From 1938 the Smiths Enfield name was used on clocks but from c1952 all clocks were simply marked Smiths and the Enfield name was lost indicating theis clock was made between 1938 and 1952 and as such is likely to have been used in WW2.

To the rear is the door to access the movement. The door is open and closed by a catch.

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The movement is nice and clean, as can be seen from the photographs, and is in perfect working order.

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The movement is stamped with with the 'SMITHS MADE IN GT BRITIAN BY THE ENFIELD CLOCK CO LTD 5210'. In addition this clock comes complete with it's winding key and pendulum.

fig 2. A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. — fig 2. Vintage 8-Day Smiths Military Mod Bakelite Office Mess Mantel Clock Broad Arrow

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate MAXIMUM dimensions are:

8 3/4 inches (22 cm) wide.

4 3/4 inches (12 cm) deep.

8 inches (20.5 cm) high

AGE: The clock is dated 1962.

CONDITION:

The case is in superb condition as can be seen from the photographs, as with any vintage items just minor marks commensurate with age and very careful use. The movement is nice and clean, as can be seen from the photographs, and is in perfect working order. The small loop to the rear door catch is lacking. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition, as what you view is exactly what you will receive.

This military clock would be a great addition to any collection.

This clock can be posted to mainland UK if required for £15 by Royal Mail Tracked 48

Date of Manufacture

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Bakelite Military Mantel Clock to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1149799

Dealers Internal Ref

Mantel clock b33

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View II

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View V

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View VII

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View IX

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View XI

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View XII

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View XIII

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View XIV

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A dark brown domed Bakelite mantel clock with a round cream dial, black Arabic numerals, spade hands, and a broad arrow symbol. View XVII

Military mantel clocks bearing the broad arrow mark were official timepieces issued to British Government departments, including the Ministry of Defence, for use in military mess halls and administrative offices.

These clocks feature cases moulded from Bakelite, an early thermosetting phenol formaldehyde resin, paired with mechanical brass movements, glass dial covers, and chrome-plated metal bezels.

Authentic British military timepieces typically feature the pheon or broad arrow mark printed on the dial or stamped on the movement, alongside maker marks such as Smiths Enfield and country of origin stamps.

Position the clock on a wooden mantelpiece, bookshelf, or executive desk to serve as a tactile focal point alongside leather-bound books, brass accents, or mid-century furnishings.

Dust the Bakelite casing with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical solvents, water exposure, or direct sunlight to protect the surface sheen and resin integrity.

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