Smiths 8-Day 'Time of Trip' Aircraft Clock, c. 1950s

Story

The cockpit of a mid-century British aircraft was a dense forest of mechanical dials, but the Smiths clock was arguably the most vital for a pilot's survival.

Maker / Origin

S. Smith & Sons was the titan of British horology, famously providing the gauges for the Spitfire and the watches for the first successful Everest expedition in 1953.

Condition & Value

The dial and crystal appear to be in excellent condition with very little of the 'crazing' often seen in aged aviation plastics. There is some visible surface wear and scuffing on the wooden mount, particularly around the lower left knob, which is consistent with decades of use as a desk clock.