108th Auction
2023/5/20
Lot 330
Clemens RieflerTyp A³
An astronomical precision regulator with Riefler's gravity escapement, electrical winding system, seconds contact device, aneroid and Riefler pendulum No 3451, DRP 100870, delivered to Stralsund on January 28, 1947
Sold
estimated
15.000—30.000 €
Price realized
22.500 €
specific features
Case
Oak.
Dial
Silvered.
Movement
Solid rectangular brass plate movement, Riefler's double lever gravity escapement, invar steel pendulum "type J", knife edge suspension.
Diam.1530 mm
Circa1944
Ctry.Germany
This precision pendulum clock made by Riefler in Nesselwang is designated as type A³, a standard that was used almost unchanged from 1913 to 1965, when the production was eventually discontinued. According to the sales books, the clock was delivered with pendulum no. 3451 and mechanical adjustment system through small extra weights and aneroid compensator.
The clock is in magnificent condition, which is obviously partly due to the fact that the Riefler clocks were produced fairly recently.
This is a fantastic treasure for all lovers of precision pendulum clocks who appreciate the outstanding Riefler technology even when it comes without a long history of observatory service.