Chelsea Clock

Challengers Compete to Reel in Chelsea Clock Trophies in American Superyacht 2012 Sport Fishing Tournament

Nora Palmer — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:18:53 +0000

A few competitors show off their catches during the Sport Fishing Tournament at last year’s American Superyacht Forum. Who will land the biggest fish this year? Stay tuned. .

Chelsea Clock is thrilled to once again be an official co-sponsor of the Sport Fishing Tournament to be held at the American Superyacht Forum 2012 in Fort Lauderdale,Florida, on May 23. The tournament, which concludes the three-day Forum, invites U.S. and international delegates to join in a deep sea sport-fishing competition in which winners in six different divisions will be honored with engraved “Boardroom” clock trophies created exclusively by Chelsea Clock. A special grand prize, an engraved 4.5” Ship’s Bell Clock, will go to this year’s champion.

“We’re proud to once again be partnering with the American Superyacht Forum and The Superyacht Group,” says JK Nicholas, CEO of Chelsea Clock. “The Forum is one of the most significant conferences for industry professionals. And the sport fishing tournament is an amazing and truly enjoyable event. We’re excited to be a part of it.”

Hosted by The Superyacht Group and organized by Superyacht Events, the American Superyacht Forum is a three-day conference held in the yachting hub ofFort Lauderdaleat the Hyatt Regency Pier 66 resort, May 21 – 23, 2012. More than 300 industry decision-makers and influencers are expected to participate in the conference, including shipyard managers, designers, captains, bankers, brokers and lawyers.

Be sure to follow the latest updates on this exciting event here on our website in the days ahead! For more information on the American Superyacht Forum, visit www.superyachtevents.com

Chelsea Clock Treasures: Garage Sale Purchase Delights Owner

Nora Palmer — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:16:51 +0000

Let’s face it: We all think about picking up that one item at a garage sale or flea market for just a few dollars, only to discover that it’s worth much, much more. See what this Minneapolis bargain shopper happily discovered when he shared his Chelsea Clock find with Sean Delaney on an episode of PBS’ “Antiques Roadshow.”

Watch Appraisal: Chelsea Clock Company Tambour No. 3 Clock, ca. 1915 on PBS. See more from Antiques Roadshow.

NEW ENGLAND COUNCIL HONORS SENATOR SCOTT BROWN WITH CHELSEA CLOCK BOARDROOM CLOCK

Nora Palmer — Mon, 07 May 2012 14:58:13 +0000

Chelsea Clock’s Tony LaChapelle (L) and Terry Kubarsky-Engel (R) congratulate Senator Scott Brown on his special award.

We’re pleased to note that, while our Boardroom Clock was introduced just this past month, it has already achieved celebrity status! At a recent Congressional roundtable luncheon hosted by The New England Council in Boston, Massachusetts Senator Scott Brown accepted an engraved Boardroom Clock, presented by James Brett, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Council.

Senator Brown addressed nearly 200 New England Council members, touching on current issues relating to economic growth and business development in the New England region.

Our Chief Operating Officer, Tony LaChapelle and Director of Corporate Sales, Terry Kubarsky-Engel, were on hand, as well, as Chelsea Clock is a long-standing and active member of the Council.

The New England Council was established in 1925 and is a non-partisan alliance of businesses, academic and health institutions, and public and private organizations. The Council’s mission is to identify and support federal public policies and to help support the collective interests of its members on important issues facing New England.

Johnny Pesky is honored at Fenway with Chelsea Clock

Nora Palmer — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:48:28 +0000

The Red Sox honored one of its legendary players and former managers, Johnny Pesky, with the gift of a Chelsea Clock “Presidential” timepiece on Saturday April 14, 2012 – seventy-five years to the day after he made his Major League debut at Fenway Park – at a special Fenway Park 100^th Anniversary celebration ceremony during Saturday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Pesky, age 92, was 22 years old when he broke into the big leagues on April 14, 1942, with the Boston Red Sox. Pesky has been associated with the Boston Red Sox in various roles, including player and manager, for 60 of his 72 years in baseball. Pesky will be forever in the folklore of Red Sox and Fenway Park, with the right-field foul pole bearing the name “Pesky’s Pole,” as dubbed by Red Sox pitcher Mel Parnell.

Chelsea Clock Shipstrike Mechanical Clock

Nora Palmer — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:33:20 +0000

Extraordinary Performance, Exceptional Value

Chelsea Clock has built a 115-year reputation as the American leader in precision mechanical timekeeping. We are proud to offer an array of key-wind mechanical clocks to satisfy a number of tastes and budgets. Our famous Shipstrike Mechanical Clock boasts many of the same hallmark qualities as our signature Ship’s Bell Clock, but at an exceptional value. Here are some of the features of this Chelsea timepiece:

Heavy, solid forged brass case, hand lacquered and polished to resist tarnish
Hand-crafted German-made timekeeping mechanism
Hinged bezel for easy opening
Chiming mechanism (chimes traditional Ship’s Bell code)
Solid metal gears and parts
A 5-jewel movement, incorporating tiny gem crystals to reduce friction and wear
Aluminum dial with painted black numerals
Full, two-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship

We are pleased to offer two different sizes of Shipstrike Mechanical Clocks, as well as a full complement of hand-finished hardwood bases for desk or mantle display.

How To Re-Silver A Clock Dial

Nora Palmer — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:44 +0000

On some antique or vintage clocks, the solid brass faces were originally engraved and then hand silvered. While cosmetic in nature, the condition of a clock dial can greatly affect its readability so it is important to have your mechanical clock’s dial re-silvered if it loses its original luster.

Our earliest dials were silvered and then hand painted. The company then experimented with different materials such as copper plated lead and cast copper before settling with the solid brass dial we use today. Depending on the original application used to make your dial, will determine if it is a candidate for restoration.

The process of “re-silvering a clock dial” basically involves restoring its original finish and luster.

Antique Clock Dial - Before Re-Silvering

Antique Clock Dial - After Re-Silvering

DIAL RESTORATION PROCESS

Before the restoration process begins, the dial is photographed to ensure all key information is retained. Then we remove the escutcheons and raised numerals (if applicable). Next, we refill the etched minute track, numbers and any logos with a black enamel. The dial is then placed on a turn table, spun and wet sanded to repair any fine scratches or imperfections and prepare it for silvering.

SILVERING

Our restoration technicians employ a proprietary process for silvering using a compound solution that has been in place for generations at Chelsea Clock. Our unique, time honored methods give each clock a fine, even silver color and signature circular texture to the final face appearance.

POLISHING
After the clock’s dial has been restored and re-silvered, we apply a lacquer coating to protect and preserve the finish. If the dial was hand painted, we re-silver it first and then hand paint the minute track, numbers and company logo prior to lacquering. Some dials also have a retailer’s name either etched into the dial or ink stamped on. We are able to replicate the ink stamps using steel plates to transfer the retailer’s name onto the dial. Once all of these steps have been completed, new escutcheons are fitted to protect the winding holes from key slip ups.

Do you have a clock in need of restoration? We welcome you to send it to us… Just click here to fill out our repair request form. A free estimate will be sent to you 7-10 days from the date in which your item is received at our factory. Questions? Click here to submit an inquiry or call 800-284-1778.

Chelsea Clock Ship’s Bell Clock: A Masterwork in Mechanical Timekeeping

Nora Palmer — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:34:44 +0000

Since the first patented Ship’s Bell Clock left the Chelsea Clock factory in 1900, it has stood as the standard by which all other key-wind mechanical nautical clocks are measured. Still hand assembled by master clock makers in Chelsea, Massachusetts, our signature Ship’s Bell Clock boasts a number of trademark features that include:

Heavy, solid forged brass case, hand lacquered and polished to resist tarnish
Hinged bezel for easy opening
Hand-crafted timekeeping mechanism
Patented chiming mechanism, featuring a small leather-covered hammer that produces a rich-sounding bell tone (chimes traditional Ship’s Bellcode)
364 brass parts, many plated with gold to resist corrosion
An 11-jewel movement, incorporating tiny gem crystals to reduce friction and wear
Deeply-etched, solid brass dial with hand-applied silver finish
Five year warranty against defects in material and workmanship

For over 115 years, the Chelsea Clock name has represented perfection in American timekeeping. We offer a full line of Ship’s Bell Clocks in various sizes and metal finishes, including a full complement of hand-finished hardwood bases for desk or mantle display.

Learn about our Ship’s Bell Clocks >

Mechanical Clock or Quartz Clock: Which is Right for You?

Nora Palmer — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:40:22 +0000

Trying to decide between a Chelsea Clock mechanical clock and a quartz clock? The differences between the two mechanisms are vast, and offer distinctly different experiences, depending on your preferences. Yet no matter which mechanism you choose, you can be sure you’re bringing home an exceptional timepiece that will stand, well. . .the test of time.

To help you decide, here’s a quick overview of the Chelsea Clock Ship’s Bell Mechanical Clock and our famous Shipstrike Quartz Clock. While both are hand assembled right here in the original factory in Chelsea, Massachusetts, by our master clockmakers, there are subtle – and not-so-subtle – differences that make each of these timepieces truly unique.

On the outside, both the Chelsea Clock Ship’s Bell and Shipstrike clocks share many of the same qualities that have made the Chelsea name synonymous with exceptional beauty and quality. Both cases are made from heavy, solid forged brass (not cast or stamped from sheet brass), hand finished and lacquered to last a lifetime. And both are available mounted on one of our solid American hardwood bases, hand rubbed to a lustrous rich mahogany or cherry finish. And, of course, both strike the traditional Chelsea Clock Ship’s Bell chimes: eight bells at 4, 8, and 12 o’clock to mark the end of a mariner’s watch, with one bell for the first half hour after, plus one additional bell with each subsequent half hour.

But the main difference between these two timepieces is the internal mechanism, which is most clearly reflected in the price of each piece. The Chelsea Ship’s Bell Clock features a key-wound 8-day movement, while the Shipstrike Clock is powered by a battery-operated quartz movement. The Ship’s Bell Clock features our patented, hand-assembled mechanism, comprised of some 364 precision brass parts – many plated with gold to resist corrosion – as well as an 11-jewel escapement. There is no sound quite like a Chelsea Clock Ship’s Bell chime; the solid forged brass case resonates a rich, mellow tone when the clock’s leather-covered hammer strikes our patented Chelsea bell.

On the other hand, the Chelsea Clock Shipstrike Quartz Clock features a battery-operated precision German quartz movement, offering owners the convenience of an automatic, non-winding timepiece. While Shipstrike Quartz version also strikes the famous Ship’s Bell chimes, the striking mechanism is powered by an electronic current rather than by a mechanical escapement and mainspring.

Another difference between these two Chelsea clocks is in their dials: the Ship’s Bell Clock boasts a solid brass plate, hand silvered with acid-etched, enameled numerals, while the Shipstrike Quartz Clock features a machined dial with imprinted numerals. And finally, the Ship’s Bell Clock comes with a Chelsea Clock five-year warranty, while the Shipstrike Quartz Clock carries a two-year warranty.

But whether you choose a Chelsea Ship’s Bell or Shipstrike Quartz clock, there’s absolutely no difference between these two pieces when it comes to your satisfaction. You’ll be acquiring a quality timepiece made by one of America’s most renowned clockmakers, guaranteed to bring you many years of enjoyment!

The Mayfair Clock: A Celebration of Art Deco

Nora Palmer — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:42:10 +0000

When you think of Art Deco, your thoughts may immediately flash to images of New York City’s Chrysler and Empire State Buildings. These iconic structures are powerful tributes to this distinct design aesthetic. But nearly a century since the world was first introduced to its eclectic form of elegance, Art Deco design continues to capture the imagination with its alluring glamour and flare.

Emerging from Paris in the 1920s, the Art Deco movement had a profound impact on many areas of design throughout the 1930s and beyond, including architecture and interior design, industrial design, fashion and jewelry, graphic arts and more. Today, influences of this stylish modernism can be found in everything from broaches to bridges. And nowhere is it more evident than in the geometric shapes and brilliant finishes that define the Chelsea Clock Mayfair Clock.

The Mayfair Clock celebrates Art Deco with its bold, spherical shape, flanked by two smaller cylindrical bronze accents, all gracefully arranged atop a three-tiered stepped rectangular base. Featuring a heavy forged brass case, the Mayfair is hand crafted from solid brass and boasts a gleaming nickel-plated finish. Its dial, which is solid brass that is hand-silvered, features acid-etched, black enameled Art Deco numerals. Streamlined jet black ornamental hands finish this grand timepiece, creating a dramatic statement that is truly timeless.

For those with an affinity for the lavishness of this bygone era, but the desire for modern convenience, the Mayfair Clock offers a precision German-engineered quartz movement – ensuring accuracy with carefree maintenance. Who says glamour can’t be practical?

If the style of Art Deco is your style, take a closer look at this exceptionally made Chelsea Clock mantel clock, ideal for home or office.

Embassy Clock: The Charm of Chelsea Clock

Nora Palmer — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:14:38 +0000

The Embassy clock is an opulent mantle clock that pays homage to the allure and charm of the 19^th century clocks coveted by France’s elite class. Its profile, inspired by the fashionable clocks that often accompanied aristocrats in their horse-drawn carriages or assumed a place of prominence atop grand mantels, reflects the stylistic rectangular design and sturdy construction that popularized these exquisite timepieces.

The style of the Embassy Clock has made it a classic favorite that endures today. Its traditional design is expertly shaped from quality brass by Chelsea Clock’s master craftsmen. This lavish timepiece features distinctive detailing such as handsome vertical stripes in contrasting matte and sheen finishes, graduated molding at the top and base, and stepped feet, making it a welcome addition to fireplace mantels, bookshelves and desks. The Embassy Clock’s smooth, broad cover offers ample room for personalization, including elegant monogramming and line engraving.

While the design of the Chelsea Clock Embassy Clock captures much of the allure and charm of its French predecessors , this particular piece integrates a modern timekeeping mechanism for optimum performance and convenience. A precision German-engineered quartz movement provides quiet accuracy and quick, easy access for adjustments to time.

The Embassy Clock is a yet another fine example of how Chelsea Clock master clockmakers continue to blend classic design with state-of-the-art technology, and bring elegant timekeeping into homes and offices everywhere.