Description
A quality reproduction that’s exclusive to The Old Map & Clock Company. Featuring an authentic distressed Roman dial face, unique rich grained case that’s applied by hand onto a heavy engineered wood base. The metal hands are in keeping with those of the period and a glass lens secured with a brass bezel add further authenticity. Powered by an accurate high torque German quartz movement that’s supplied complete with battery.
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More about John Walker’s work:
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Origins and Early Work: John Walker was one of the most respected clockmakers of his time. He was born in the late 18th century and worked in London, producing clocks that were not only aesthetically pleasing but also exceptionally reliable.
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Famous for Railway Clocks: He became especially well known for making clocks for use in railway stations. These clocks were highly accurate and were made to withstand the conditions of busy, often noisy, railway stations. They were built to be clear, easy to read from a distance, and maintain precision over long periods—critical factors for managing train schedules.