Synchronome Clock with Skeletonized Strike

This Synchronome clock is most unusual in that there is an electric striking mechanism that strikes the hours and half hours on a large and prominent bell. The mechanism is cleverly designed and is completely solenoid (electromagnet) operated. It utilizes an electrical count wheel, which is quite unusual. Even the bell is struck by means of a solenoid operated arm.

The method of using an electrical count wheel to strike the hours was patented by Frank Hope-Jones in 1895. The type of striking mechanism used in this clock is identical to the method described in the Hope-Jones patent. The clock case is beautifully proportioned and most attractive.