C.1882, F. Kroeber, New York, "GRANDFATHER", novelty "stop clock" or timer.
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23 October 2024
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Although it has a regular I-XII dial with both center and quarter seconds, it can be started and stopped at will via a lever near top right. The button under the bail works the latch on the rear cover to the case. Originally nickel over brass, this example has been buffed to brass. Height 6 inches
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Grandfather
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Kroeber, F
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R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1882, F. Kroeber, New York, "GRANDFATHER", novelty "stop clock" or timer. Although it has a regular I-XII dial with both center and quarter seconds, it can be started and stopped at will via a lever near top right. The button under the bail works the latch on the rear cover to the case. Originally nickel over brass, this example has been buffed to brass. Height 6 inches
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