Bulle Nº 183374

This clock is in for a full restoration and is of the short type on a Bakelite base.

The first thing to note is the filled hole at the front of the Bakelite base. This is the result of someone’s attempt at fitting a screw on the underside. They Chose a thin point in the Bakelite and drilled (see inset photo) all the way through to the top where the material flaked off in a large chunk. They have then stuffed it with filler. Obviously not too successfully. To cover up the mess they have then resprayed the surface with a purple paint. We shall have to see what we can do about it. The first thing will be to strip of the paint layer and see what condition the Bakelite is in underneath. The dial is in good condition but the silvering has worn off the outer chapter ring. This will be re-silvered.