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Western Clock Co., Big Ben bedside alarm, circa 1925-26

Westclox brand Big Ben 30-hour "peg-leg" bedside alarm clock made by Western Clock Co., LaSalle, Ill . Based on the style and dial lettering, I believe this is a style-1 made 1923. I purchased the clock on e-Bay in February 2012. It features a selection of four settings on the top of the case. The one selector may be set for either ALARM or SILENT and the other selector may be set for either STEADY or REPEAT. The latter allows the sleeper to catch a few extra moments of rest before the alarm begins to sound off again, that function was not working when received but has since been repaired. This is a large alarm clock with a very loud bell.

The clock was purchased as running and after being wound it started on its own and initially ran but after a few days it began stopping. The clock was completely disassembled, cleaned, several bushings installed, and oiled after which it began running strongly. This clock joins a nearly identical Baby Ben already in my collection..






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