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Webb C. Ball Hanging Regulator Clock

Partially verified

This catalog entry features a hanging regulator clock attributed by the auction house to Ball Watch Co. of Cleveland. The interior of the wooden case displays a printed setup paper label titled 'DIRECTIONS FOR SETTING UP Ball's Standard Regulators' by 'The Webb C. Ball Watch Co., Watch Manufacturers, CLEVELAND, CHICAGO.' The auctioneer reports dimensions of 24 inches high, 16.5 inches wide, and 4 inches deep, noting the presence of an interior label, key, wind, and weight. The case is described as in good condition with some label fading, while operational functionality was not guaranteed.

Interior view of the wooden clock case showing the setup instructions label from The Webb C. Ball Watch Co.
Interior view of the wooden clock case showing the setup instructions label from The Webb C. Ball Watch Co. — Caza Sikes. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.cazasikes.com
Category
Clock · Hanging regulator clock
Maker / attribution
Ball Watch Co.
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
143
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
United States

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

Identity and Setup Label

The auction lot is cataloged as a "Ball Watch Co., Cleveland hanging regulator clock". Rather than showing movement or dial maker marks, visible documentation centers on the interior case backboard, which preserves a printed setup sheet.

The interior paper label is headed "DIRECTIONS FOR SETTING UP Ball's Standard Regulators" and credits "The Webb C. Ball Watch Co. Watch Manufacturers, CLEVELAND, CHICAGO." A mounting or attachment screw hole pierces the paper label near the bottom center, and the auctioneer notes "some fading to label."

Evidence for this section
  • “Ball Watch Co., Cleveland hanging regulator clock”
  • “Interior backboard is covered with an aged paper instruction sheet reading 'DIRECTIONS FOR SETTING UP Ball's Standard Regulators' and 'The Webb C. Ball Watch Co. Watch Manufacturers, CLEVELAND, CHICAGO.'”
  • “A mounting or attachment screw hole pierces the paper label near the bottom center.”
  • “some fading to label.”

Visible Case Interior and Hardware

Photographic evidence is limited to an interior view into the lower section of the case. The visible woodwork forms an octagonal-shaped lower case frame, with two brass-toned metal hinges visible at the upper case opening.

Inside the case, a vertical metal pendulum suspension or drop rod extends into the upper portion of the interior. Multiple loose modern wood screws rest at the bottom interior of the frame. The dial, hands, movement, and overall exterior case are not visible in the provided image.

Evidence for this section
  • “Upper case opening reveals two brass-toned metal hinges.”
  • “A vertical metal pendulum suspension or drop rod extends into the upper portion of the case interior.”
  • “Multiple loose modern wood screws rest at the bottom interior of the octagonal-shaped lower case frame.”

Reported Dimensions, Inclusions, and Condition

The auction description records case dimensions of "ht. 24", wd. 16.5", dp. 4"" and lists "key, wind and weight included" alongside the interior label.

Condition is characterized by the seller as "Case in good condition, some fading to label", accompanied by the statement "Not guaranteed to be in working order." Specific details concerning the movement design, dial condition, and weight specifications are not recorded in the source.

Evidence for this section
  • “ht. 24", wd. 16.5", dp. 4"”
  • “with label to interior, key, wind and weight included”
  • “Case in good condition, some fading to label.”
  • “Not guaranteed to be in working order.”

Open research questions

  • What movement caliber and maker stampings are present behind the clock face?
  • What are the design, condition, and markings of the dial and hands?
  • What are the specific forms, materials, and originalities of the reported key and weight?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Webb C. Ball Hanging Regulator Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Maker AttributionBall Watch Co., Cleveland“Ball Watch Co., Cleveland hanging regulator clock”
Included ComponentsInterior label, key, wind, and weight“with label to interior, key, wind and weight included”
Dimensions24" H x 16.5" W x 4" D“ht. 24", wd. 16.5", dp. 4"”
Condition NoteCase in good condition, label faded, working order not guaranteed“Case in good condition, some fading to label. Not guaranteed to be in working order.”
Auction Sale Price$150.00“Sold: $150.00”
Auction DateOctober 27, 2019“October 27, 2019 3:00 PM EDT”

Visible details

  • Interior backboard is covered with an aged paper instruction sheet reading 'DIRECTIONS FOR SETTING UP Ball's Standard Regulators' and 'The Webb C. Ball Watch Co. Watch Manufacturers, CLEVELAND, CHICAGO.'
  • A vertical metal pendulum suspension or drop rod extends into the upper portion of the case interior.
  • Multiple loose modern wood screws rest at the bottom interior of the octagonal-shaped lower case frame.
  • A mounting or attachment screw hole pierces the paper label near the bottom center.
  • Upper case opening reveals two brass-toned metal hinges.

Research qualifications

  • The clock face, dial, hands, movement, and overall exterior case are not visible in the provided photograph.
  • Operational condition is not guaranteed by the auction house.

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

Consulted source

Lot - Webb C. Ball Hanging Regulator Clock

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 626dba887a

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