Wempe Admiral III Ship's Clock with Ship's Bell — 185 mm, mechanical or quartz, in 2 finishes - brass / mechanical / white
Wempe
Wempe Admiral III Ship's Clock with Ship's Bell — 185 mm, mechanical or quartz, in 2 finishes
199500
€1.995,00
The ship's bell gives this clock its voice, and the chiming of the bells marks the rhythm on board, as it always has. Choose from a Swiss mechanical movement with 8 days power reserve or a German quartz battery movement. Housing 185 mm in brass or polished stainless steel, dial 125 mm. Brass with black hands, chrome with black or blue hands.
The bell strikes the hours, mechanically with an 8-day power reserve or with quartz.
Choose mechanical for the full tradition of winding, or quartz for ease of maintenance — the clinking of glasses sounds equally beautiful with both.
The ship's bell gives this clock its voice, and the chiming of the bells marks the rhythm on board, as it always has. Choose from a Swiss mechanical movement with 8 days power reserve or a German quartz battery movement. Housing 185 mm in brass or polished stainless steel, dial 125 mm. Brass with black hands, chrome with black or blue hands.
Choose mechanical for the full tradition of winding, or quartz for ease of maintenance — the clinking of glasses sounds equally beautiful with both.
• Is the ship's clock with ship's bell moisture-resistant?
To protect the mechanism and casing of the ship's clock with ship's bell, also known as a bell-striking clock, we advise keeping it out of damp environments as much as possible. A cabin or a dry spot in the home are ideal locations, perfect for adding a maritime atmosphere to your interior.
• How do I wind a mechanical ship's clock with a ship's bell?
To wind a mechanical ship's clock with a ship's bell, use the winding key and slowly turn both winding arbors (one for the time display and one for the bell mechanism) clockwise. Stop as soon as you feel slight resistance to avoid overloading the mechanism. Preferably do this weekly at a fixed time to keep the clock running regularly and well.
• What do the bells of a striking ship's clock mean?
The bells of a ship's clock follow the traditional schedule of ship watches, which last four hours and are divided into eight half-hour segments. Each half hour is indicated by one additional bell, increasing from one bell after the first half hour to eight bells after four hours, marking the end of the watch. This allows crew members to tell how far along their watch is by the number of bells, without having to look at a clock—since four bells, for example, means two hours after the start of a watch.
• Is a ship's clock with a ship's bell durable and does it last a long time?
Yes, the ship's clock is made of durable brass, which is known for its sturdiness and long lifespan. The high-gloss polished and lacquered finish also protects the clock against rust and corrosion, which contributes to its durability.
• Is there a warranty on the ship's clock?
Yes, when purchasing a Wempe ship's clock, you receive a 2-year statutory warranty plus a 1-year international Wempe warranty. This warranty covers damage or defects not caused by external influences or improper use, including issues with the functionality and the movement.
