A RARE AND HIGHLY ORIGINAL FIRST WORLD WAR CONVOY “ZIG-ZAG” CLOCK

the 8in. painted dial with Roman numerals, black spade hands, subsidiary seconds above ‘VI’, slow/fast lever below ‘XII’, single winding arbour to 8-day going barrel movement contained within oxidised brass drum case with adjustable electrical contact ring to rim and electrical ports under, mounted within wooden case with glazed viewing port, battery compartment with maker’s label inscribed THE EXPRESS LIFT CO. LTD. LONDON AND LIVERPOOL with polished brass gong and activation switch mounted to top -- overall measurements – 25 x 11in. (63.5 x 28cm.); together with an original set of typewritten instructions

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Condition Report

in apparently unrestored condition, clock dial with old time-staining and paint chips, electrical silk wires degraded, instruction sheet browned, time-stained and fragile.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.