About the Seth Thomas “Operations Room Plotting Clock” Clock
The Seth Thomas “Operations Room Plotting Clock,” produced by the renowned Seth Thomas Clock Company in Thomaston, Connecticut, is a unique and historically significant timepiece. This clock, often referred to as a sector or radio room clock, was designed for military use, specifically in operations rooms where it was employed alongside radar and human observers to monitor the movements of enemy aircraft.
The clock features an 8-day, spring-driven balance wheel movement with a center seconds display, housed within a black phenolic case measuring approximately 8 inches. The dial, while slightly faded, retains its original polychrome design. The clock’s hands are in good condition, maintaining their original functionality.
The black phenolic case exhibits a mottled appearance, reflecting the passage of time and the clock’s historical usage. The dial, though somewhat aged, remains intact with many small brown spots adding to its vintage character. The movement of this clock ticks briskly when wound, indicating its well-maintained condition. A date code stamped on the signed movement suggests a production date in September 1944.
This Seth Thomas “Operations Room Plotting Clock” offers a captivating blend of historical significance and mechanical precision, making it an intriguing addition to any collection focused on military history or vintage timepieces.
Auction Records and Price History
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., “Operations Room Plotting Clock” or sector/radio room clock, 8 day, time only, spring-driven, balance wheel movement with center seconds in a black phenolic case with 8 inch polychrome dial that was used by the military, in conjunction with radar and observers, to track the movements of enemy aircraft.
black phenolic case is in good shape, but somewhat mottled. Dial has faded a bit and has many small brown spots. Hands are in good condition Signed movement is stamped 9-44, which is likely a date code for September 1944. Movement ticks briskly when wound.
Sold: $500 | Date: May 19, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts