hink441 Posted November 21, 2017 Share #1 Posted November 21, 2017 Found this clock in a local antique shop. It is a model AN-5741 made by Hamilton Watch Co. These were made in 1944-45 and were used in various Navy aircraft. According to some online sources, these clocks were used up into the 1980s on some older P-3A Orions. This one's serial number is 016649, and has been installed in a cool hand made display case. It has 5 dials and is considered the most complex clock made for the US military. I read it has over 400 moving parts in this clock. This one does not run correctly and needs to be re-worked. When wound up, the clock only runs for a few minutes then it stops. I have seen some online watchmakers that repair these clocks but the cost is way more than what was paid for this clock. Nevertheless I really like this broken clock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikie Posted November 21, 2017 Share #2 Posted November 21, 2017 A broken 12 hour clock tells the correct time twice a day. This one is only right once a day. Still neat, though. Mikie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hink441 Posted November 21, 2017 Author Share #3 Posted November 21, 2017 A broken 12 hour clock tells the correct time twice a day. This one is only right once a day. Still neat, though. Mikie Yes indeed!!! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmar836 Posted November 21, 2017 Share #4 Posted November 21, 2017 I play with watch servicing but that might be a little over my head. I like that look and the dial/hand patina is nice. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swifter Posted November 22, 2017 Share #5 Posted November 22, 2017 Hink441: If you ever decide to repair that 37500 clock, the guy at this site will likely do it right. Cost might be high but, hey, a clock like that (especially in the nice display case) may be worth the effort. http://www.historictimekeepers.com/Aircraft_clocks.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hink441 Posted November 22, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted November 22, 2017 Hink441: If you ever decide to repair that 37500 clock, the guy at this site will likely do it right. Cost might be high but, hey, a clock like that (especially in the nice display case) may be worth the effort. http://www.historictimekeepers.com/Aircraft_clocks.htm I might have to look into a possible repair if I can find a good affordable service. The link is not working Swifter. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aznation Posted November 22, 2017 Share #7 Posted November 22, 2017 Hi Chris, try this link => http://www.historictimekeepers.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK101 Posted March 20, 2018 Share #8 Posted March 20, 2018 I have one that is in the 10k range, appears to work fine....interesting piece for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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