18" Double Sided Gents of Leicester Clock
Exceptional example of an 18" double sided clock manufactured by Gents of Leicester. c.1940
Almost certainly once part of a railway station, but later privately owned and used on a farm for many decades. In wonderful condition with original black factory paint and the addition of the red 24 hour numerals. Double sided, the dials have yellowed slightly over the years to a nice colour. Original pin striped hands running perfectly on replacement 240v movements.
Rewired with 2m of black twist flex and suspension chain.
About the maker
Gents of Leicester was formed in 1872 by John Thomas Gent and later registered as Gent & Co. In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces alike. Gents' electric clocks can still be found in public buildings, railway stations and factories all over the world to this day - a testament to their superior design, build and quality. In the field of electric clocks, Gents products were routinely specified by architects for their simple style, quality, reliability and foolproof installation in any situation.
Dimensions
Diameter: 500mm
Depth: 170mm
Weight: 15kg
