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**Please note my excellent feedback and SATISFACTION GUARANTEE**
This listing is for a Seth Thomas 8-day time and seconds, round drop regulator clock, Model #1, ca. 1875. It is complete and works, well, like a clock--that is to say, I have been running it for a month, only winding, never having to adjust the time, which remains accurate to the minute. It is assumed to be in original condition inside and out, but best judge for yourselves by the photos, as we have nothing this old to compare to.
We see no evidence of damage or repair, other than the modern weight string (possible exception, I believe the plate on the wieght side has bushings that may or may not have been original.) The original case-latch and winding lever is included. Note that the hand-scribed second dial digits ARE original, as all the Model 1's were produced.
Additionally, the item comes with an exciting provenance, hand-written documentation which will be included: "This clock was originally in the Nashville Chattanooga & St. L. R.R. Station. Later the L&N Railroad at Lewisburg Tenn. It was acquired from the station in 1952..." and passed through that person's to the author's possession in 1972, from whose estate we acquired it.
I can't imagine finding a better investment in this model. Your satisfaction is fully guaranteed, including all shipping, should you wish to return it for any reason after inspection, in as-shipped condition of course.
Speaking of shipping, you are welcome to pick the item up here at no cost, or we will deliver the item to a family-owned packing and shipping company who will provide proper service in getting this safely packed and shipped for you, separately from this auction payment. Packing will likely cost around $35, and will likely result in about a 30 lb. package, and I am setting the eBay shipping estimator accordingly (note: shipping calculator is rough estimate only!)
We will not keep packing and shipping funds if accidentally paid with the eBay invoice, as these would need to go directly to the shipping agent. And yes, we would include the packing charges in any refund, as long as the packing is returned in usable condition. Feel free to email any questions--Thanks! Chas & Linda
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