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Howard Miller Chaplin V Acrylic Floor Clock 615110

Partially verified

The Howard Miller Chaplin V floor clock, identified by model number 615110, is a floor-standing timepiece featuring a tripod-based structure. The design incorporates clear acrylic legs reinforced with polished chrome-finished metal components. A large, stationary white dial is housed within a wide, polished chrome-finished bezel. The dial features chrome-finished Arabic numerals at the primary hour positions alongside hour markers and hands. A polished chrome-finished pendulum bob is suspended from a metal stick, which is visible between the acrylic legs of the stand. The clock is powered by a quartz, triple-chime harmonic movement. This movement provides the user with options for either Westminster or Ave Maria chime sequences, with additional strike features on the hour and quarter-hour intervals. The clock includes volume control functionality and an automatic nighttime chime shut-off mechanism. The overall physical dimensions of the unit are 73.5 inches in height, 25.25 inches in width, and 22.75 inches in depth.

The Howard Miller Chaplin V Acrylic Floor Clock, showing the tripod base and bezel-mounted dial.
The Howard Miller Chaplin V Acrylic Floor Clock, showing the tripod base and bezel-mounted dial. — Just A Clock Collector. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
justaclockcollector.com
Category
Clock · Floor clock
Maker / attribution
Howard Miller
Reference
615110
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
Not established
Source-reported place
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Structural Design and Aesthetic

The Howard Miller Chaplin V floor clock is characterized by a tripod base configuration. The structural supports consist of clear acrylic legs that are fitted with polished chrome-finished metal accents. The bezel assembly, which houses the dial, is also finished in polished chrome, echoing the material choices seen in the pendulum and the tripod mounting hardware.

The design of the tripod and bezel is described by the manufacturer as being inspired by retro Hollywood movie lights. The finished surface of the metallic components is highly reflective. The auction description notes that because of the polished nature of these finishes, the presence of natural surface blemishes is expected and considered part of the design aesthetic for this specific floor clock model.

Evidence for this section
  • “The tripod and bezel design of this Howard Miller exclusive were inspired by retro Hollywood movie lights and feature clear acrylic legs with polished chrome-finished metal accents.”
  • “With highly polished and reflective metal finishes, natural blemishes are normal and add to the unique flair of this stunning tripod grandfather clock.”

Dial and Timekeeping Display

The clock features a stationary white dial situated within a broad, polished chrome-finished bezel. The hour indicators consist of chrome-finished Arabic numerals at the twelve, three, six, and nine o'clock positions, supplemented by additional hour markers. The time is displayed via chrome-finished hands.

Suspended centrally within the tripod frame is a polished chrome-finished pendulum bob. This component is attached to a polished chrome-finished metal stick, allowing the pendulum to be visible through the clear acrylic legs of the clock stand.

Evidence for this section
  • “Beautifully designed, this clock features a stationary white dial with chrome-finished Arabic numerals, hour markers, and hands, all surrounded by a wide, polished chrome-finished bezel.”
  • “Paired with the unique face is a polished chrome-finished pendulum bob suspended on a polished chrome-finished metal stick.”

Movement and Functional Features

The Chaplin V operates on a quartz, triple-chime Harmonic movement. This mechanism allows the user to select between Westminster and Ave Maria chime sequences. The clock is programmed to strike on the hour, with additional chime indications occurring at the quarter-hour, half-hour, and three-quarter-hour marks.

Operational control features include an integrated volume control and an automatic chime shut-off function for nighttime hours. Power is supplied by a battery system, which requires two C-sized and two D-sized batteries for operation.

Evidence for this section
  • “Quartz, triple-chime Harmonic movement plays your choice of full Westminster or Ave Maria chimes with strike on the hour with 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4 chimes accordingly.”
  • “Additionally, this clock features volume control and an automatic nighttime chime shut-off option and requires two C sized and two D sized batteries.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific material composition of the 'polished chrome-finished metal' components (e.g., steel or plated base metal)?
  • What specific battery life expectancy is recommended by the manufacturer for the included quartz movement?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Howard Miller Chaplin V Acrylic Floor Clock 615110
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Model615110“Model: 615110”
Movement TypeQuartz, triple-chime Harmonic“Quartz, triple-chime Harmonic movement”
Chime OptionsWestminster or Ave Maria“plays your choice of full Westminster or Ave Maria chimes”
Height73.5 inches“73.5 in height”
Width25.25 inches“25.25 in width”
Depth22.75 inches“22.75 in depth”
Battery RequirementTwo C sized and two D sized“requires two C sized and two D sized batteries”
Structural MaterialClear acrylic and polished chrome-finished metal“feature clear acrylic legs with polished chrome-finished metal accents”

Visible details

  • Tripod stand construction featuring clear acrylic legs
  • Stationary white dial with chrome-finished Arabic numerals
  • Polished chrome-finished pendulum bob suspended on a metal stick
  • Reflective metal finishes on the bezel and structural elements

Research qualifications

  • The presence of natural blemishes on the reflective metal surfaces is described as normal for this model
  • The exact year of manufacture is not specified in the source documentation

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Howard Miller Chaplin V Acrylic Grandfather Clock 615110

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record d6a1803723

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