Howard and Davis, Boston, "Banjo No. 4", ca 1842.
Prior to 1842 Edward Howard was an apprentice of Aaron Willard, Jr. He and David Davis began making high grade wall clocks in 1842. The company was dissolved in 1857 and succeeded by E. Howard and Company. The old original paper dial on the old pan, is signed, "Howard and Davis, Boston", and the 8 day movement is signed, "Howard/ Davis/Boston/". Strangely the 150 year old movement has never had any bushings installed or other repairs made. The top glass is old glass and may be original, although it does have new putty. The painted glasses are original with some recent black backing on the reverse side. The bob and stick are original and in good condition. There is also a good original bob tie down. The hanger on the back has been replaced. The hands, pulley, door latches, and hinges, are all original. The weight is correct for this model but in my opinion is a contemporary weight. Original weights can be purchased on EBay or clock shows. The case finish is original and still has very good rosewood graining. Ly-American, page 117.
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