Vintage 1970s Rhythm Transistor Mantel Clock – Made in Japan (4 Jewels)

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Beautiful, highly collectible Mid-Century Modern Rhythm Transistor Mantel Clock produced in Japan during the late 1960s to 1970s.

This clock features the iconic "airplane wing" / tambour silhouette crafted from richly stained wood, making it a striking statement piece for any retro, MCM, or vintage-inspired home.

Unlike standard vintage clocks, this hybrid model runs on an early electronic transistorized circuit that impulses a physical 4-jeweled balance wheel movement.

It also features a fully mechanical, dual-rod acoustic Hour Strike chime mechanism.

Specifications

Brand: Rhythm Watch Co. Ltd. (Japan)

Movement: 4 Jewels Transistor / Electronic Balance Wheel

Chime: Mechanical Hour Strike (strikes the hour on dual resonant bars)

Power Source: 1x 1.5V D-Cell (UM-1) Battery (Battery not included)

Casing Material: Stained Wood & Brass/Aluminum Dial Face

Condition Report

Cosmetics: The wood casing is in [Good / Fair / Excellent] vintage condition with [mention any scratches, scuffs, or chips here, or state "only minor signs of age"].

The champagne sunburst dial face is exceptionally clean with the original printed bell logo crisp and intact.

The ornate brass hands are straight and undamaged.

Mechanics & Functionality:

Timekeeping: [The balance wheel swings freely and keeps accurate time / The clock is currently untested / The clock requires service to run].

Chime System: [The mechanical hour striker triggers and rings clearly on the hour / The chime system is untested / The chime requires attention].

Battery Compartment: Clean contacts with [no / minimal] historical corrosion.

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Length 540mm

Width 120mm

Height 210mm

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