The crytstal on this clock is made from acylic and not glass. It has been polished to remove most scuffs and scratches.
Eveything seen here that looks like brass is solid brass. Each piece was polished and clear coated so that it never has to be polished. That also includes the alarm button which is not brass. The body is nickel plated and has been polished and waxed, but still shows signs of pitting and wear.
The handle is also solid brass.
The nickel plating is a little rough and probably came that way from the factory.
Mostly disassembled, but didn't want to peel the dial off since it is glued to the backing plate.
There are some white plastic gears in this clock. All the other gears are metal. Was able to properly clean and lubricate the movement front and back. No damage or wear seen.
There is a circular scratch starting from the number 7 and extending to the number 10. It is not very noticeable under normal lighting conditions. Other than that the dial is in excellent condition. It has been touched up a bit.
The mechanism was not too dirty and easy to clean up. The balance wheel and hair spring pictured at the bottom was not polished since it would be difficult to accomplish without damaging the spring.
The springs were cleaned with a toothpick soaked in synthetic oil to pick up any dirt and ensure the springs don't stick during the course of operation.
After assembling the clock a few test runs were performed and it appears that it will run pretty well for about 24 hours before it starts losing time. It has run for more than 48 hours consistently for every complete wind. That is very good for a clock that is only rated to run for 30 hours.
Gabriel Mechanical Double Bell Alarm Clock (circa 1965)
A collection of images from a reconditioned, serviced and calibrated analogue alarm clock from RobertShaw Controls Lux Time Division Lebanon, Tenn, USA.
The Lux clock company was founded in 1914 and in 1961 was bought out by Robertshaw-Fulton Controls Company. Remained in business until 1986 when Robertshaw-Fulton Controls Company was sold to a group from London England.
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Valued in the range of $45 - $65.