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IMPOSING EARLY 1960s IMHOF SWISS MANTEL / SHELF CLOCK
a statement clock complementing mid-century modern interiorsThis handsome timepiece is from my personal collection of clocks curated since 1972.Commencing with apprenticeship to a European master clock and watchmaker through high school graduation, freshmen year of college and remainder of the 1970s, I sensitively restored clocks of all types; opening service and sales showrooms in the western suburbs of Chicago. After a 35 year "sabbatical" pursuing an appraisal career, I've returned to the venerable trade.
Imhof along with Swiss competitors Angelus, Looping and Luxor manufactured the best post WWII jeweled lever alarm, desk and shelf clocks. This is a magnificent example.Precisely machined massive (7.0 lbs!) case with satin brushed and mirror polished gold finish. Bakelite plinth. Blocked rectangular form with bent glass, matte gold dial with applied Arabic numerals and teardrop markers, delicate pierced hands. High-grade eight-day 15-jewel lever movement. impressive 5.9" high, 9.25" wide, 2.5" deep
NOTE: I completely disassembled, ultrasonically cleaned and rinsed the movement in waterless solutions, checked for wear, reassembled and lubricated with high-grade Swiss oil. Mainspring was removed from the barrel, cleaned and lubricated with grease. Hands, dial, crystal and the case were cleaned. Meticulous restoration should provide reliable operation for years. Skilled labor cost for professional overhaul of comparable clocks averages $350.Please review descriptive information and study the photographs for details. I'm available to answer any and all questions / concerns.
Doug Tomsky
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