1942 Smiths Type 2 RAF Station Sector Clock. Here is a rare opportunity to own one of the classic clocks as used in the WW2 Operations Rooms of RAF stations. A smart circular mahogany body holds the innovative 24hr dial featuring the colour change clock-face and rotary blued steel hour and minute hands, behind a circular glass pane held in a brass bezel. The distinctive screen-printed coloured segments were used by the HQ staff to determine the course of enemy pilots overhead when collating observations from spotters both in the air and on the ground. As well as these signature markings, the face features the Kings Crown over the RAF monogram. The clock retains the original, spun brass bezel and has the glass retainer ring in place on the inside. The clock is in fully serviced working order. It comes complete with a winding key and, as should be expected of its original role, is an example of the finest English clock-making (Smith Astral, Coventry). Being a non-fusee movement, this clock has the advantage of being less temperamental than pendulum driven type 1s and will run without being hung exactly straight on the wall. Finally, of note, the back box that contains the movement is stamped’Smith 1942′ as well as’GVI’ (the Kings cypher), it also has the original brass fixture for hanging. The clocks face has a diameter of 14 inches (35.5 cm), the full body extends to a diameter of 16 inches (40.5 cm). The circular body is 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep, and the back’salt’ box extends a further 3 inches (7.5 cm), so 4 inches in total (10 cm). The clock weighs 3.67 Kg. The dials on type 2 clocks are normally’tinned’ which gives some protection from corrosion and explains why most are in better condition than their predecessors. Only small signs of wear around the winding aperture and adjustment slot are detectable, plus a gentle yellowing of the white face. None of these signs of ageing detracts from the clocks impressive cachet. Regarding the bezel, the brass has tarnished but the hinge is smooth and strong and the glass immaculate! The item “1942 Smiths Type 2 RAF Station Sector Clock” is in sale since Tuesday, September 18, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectables\Collectable Clocks”. The seller is “theantiquesstorehouse” and is located in Portsmouth, Hampshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
- Age: Vintage
- Material: Mahogany
- Type: Wall Clock
- Features: Keys, Winders
- Sub-Type: Office
- Brand: Smiths
- Style/ Origin/ Theme: Royal Air Force