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Co — Antique Clocks\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eMatthew Norman Model 811HW Swiss Mechanical Alarm Clock\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Box · Guarantee · Dated 15th May 1979\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"subhead\"\u003eComplete Original Provenance · Inspected \u0026amp; Oiled · Running \u0026amp; Alarm Tested\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-bar\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eDATED 1979\u003cspan\u003eOriginal guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eORIGINAL BOX\u003cspan\u003eWith paperwork\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eRUNNING \u0026amp; ALARM SET\u003cspan\u003eBoth tested\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e30 DAY RETURNS\u003cspan\u003ePeace of mind\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\n      A \u003cstrong\u003eMatthew Norman Model 811HW\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss mechanical alarm desk clock, complete with its original presentation box, guarantee certificate, operating instructions and retail documentation — all dated \u003cstrong\u003e15th May 1979\u003c\/strong\u003e, purchased from Fred Hartley \u0026amp; Sons. Inspected, oiled and tested by Mahn \u0026amp; Co. Running, keeping time and alarm functioning correctly at the time of listing.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"provenance\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"prov-label\"\u003eDocumented Original Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"date\"\u003e15 May 1979\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eOriginal box, guarantee, operating instructions and retail paperwork all survive with this clock. Finding a Matthew Norman desk clock complete and intact like this is genuinely uncommon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cta-banner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA complete set — not just a clock\u003c\/strong\u003eThe box, guarantee, instructions and dated retail paperwork together confirm this as an authentic Swiss-made Matthew Norman timepiece. That provenance is a significant part of what is being offered here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAbout Matthew Norman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMatthew Norman is one of the most respected names in Swiss desk and carriage clock production — associated with London design and Swiss manufacture, the company became known for combining traditional craftsmanship with the precision of Swiss engineering. Their clocks were purchased as executive desk accessories, presentation pieces and family heirlooms throughout the latter half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe original guarantee with this clock describes Matthew Norman as \u003cstrong\u003e\"Makers of Fine Clocks\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — a reputation built on quality that collectors continue to recognise today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the clock is a quality Swiss-made jewelled lever alarm movement — spring-driven, mechanical and designed for years of dependable service. The rear controls allow independent winding and setting of both time and alarm functions, maintaining the traditional charm that only a mechanical clock can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAs the movement was already operating correctly, unnecessary dismantling has been avoided to preserve originality. The clock has been inspected, lubricated where required, and both functions tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003ePreparation by Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"checklist\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCase cleaned, restored and polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eBrass bezel cleaned and polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement lubricated where required\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eTimekeeping tested and confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAlarm function tested and operational\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eOriginal box and paperwork retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eRunning correctly at time of listing\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003ePresented in good vintage condition for a 1979 example. The case retains an attractive deep gloss mahogany finish, the brass bezel presents well and the Roman numeral dial is clean and legible. The clock displays beautifully and retains the honest character of a genuine late-1970s piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAge-related marks, minor veneer losses and finish wear are present in places and clearly shown in the photographs — these have been fully reflected in the asking price. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e — they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"included-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMatthew Norman Model 811HW clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eOriginal presentation box\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eOriginal guarantee certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eOriginal operating instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eOriginal retail documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDated 15th May 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dims\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dim\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e11 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dim\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dim\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e4 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eMatthew Norman\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eModel 811HW\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eSwiss Made\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eMechanical Alarm Movement\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eJewelled Lever Escapement\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eMahogany Veneered Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003ePolished Brass Bezel\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eRoman Numeral Dial\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eDated 15 May 1979\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eOriginal Box\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eOriginal Guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eFred Hartley \u0026amp; Sons Retailer\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eInspected \u0026amp; Oiled\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"why-buy\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"why-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSpecialist antique \u0026amp; vintage clock seller\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovements inspected and tested before sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHonest, detailed condition reporting\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCarefully packed for safe delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e30 day returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eInternational shipping via eBay Global Shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthew Norman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346577084755,"sku":"EB-147431153573","price":139.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/4160\/8275\/files\/57_893d1848-937a-48f9-ae19-29b42403ce7f.jpg?v=1784451830","url":"https:\/\/mahnandco.co.uk\/products\/matthew-norman-811hw-swiss-mechanical-alarm-clock-box-papers-1979-working","provider":"Mahn and Co Clock Repairs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}