December 20, 2002, 21:11
Mike NardickRussian Sub Clock?
Would anyone have more info on this clock?
Mike Nardick
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mikena32@attbi.comDecember 20, 2002, 23:01
Phil DellingerMike,
These clocks are Russian made and are very good quality. I have a couple of them, although I can't find the paperwork that describes them. I think they are 25-26 jewels,8 day winding capacity, with a hinged glass door that opens with the same key that winds it. The door has a real heavy duty rubber seal that will probably keep our heavy moisture but I doubt if it is really waterproof. The case is very heavy duty and can be mounted to a wall with a bakelite type frame. A friend of mine says that he used to see them advertised in the airline magazines years ago for about $125 but I dont really know what their present value is. I will email you when I find my copy of the paperwork on this item.
Regards,
Phil
Phil Dellinger
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December 20, 2002, 23:07
Phil DellingerMike,
Here is a link with all the information that you are looking for.
Regards,
Phil
http://www.russianartmall.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=RAM&Product_Code=SC&Category_Code=VOS-SHPPhil Dellinger
NAWCC# 157070
IHC Member #140
December 21, 2002, 07:55
John ArrowoodI think some them are products of the Vostock establishment; the one I have has what looks like a stylized Cyrllic script B which transliterates into Roman V, I believe. This one has a platform escapement, like a carriage clock.
December 21, 2002, 11:55
Lindell V. RiddleLooks like a really heavy duty instrument, one tough clock at what appears as a bargain price.
Beautiful design. What are the dimensions Mike?
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December 21, 2002, 13:10
Mike NardickLindell,
My Sub Clock is 8 .5" X 4.5" weighs 6.5 lb's
It has the plastic backing for hanging.
I've had it for a long time, and can't find the key
Phil & John, Thanks for the info.........
Mike Nardick
NAWCC # 144409
IHC #185 Charter Member # 026
Allegheny Chapter # 37
mikena32@attbi.comDecember 22, 2002, 07:09
John ArrowoodThe keys for these Russian clocks are substantial, and appear to be all steel, the wings are 70-71mm wide and 1.5-2mm thick giving plenty of leverage for turning the winding arbor. No wimpy brass bargain keys here.