Gilbert model "Pike"
Antique Gilbert Model "Pike" Clock In for repair is an American time & strike kitchen clock made by the Gilbert Clock Company. Gilbert clocks were designed by the Gilbert Clock Factory starting in 1828. The brand was founded by William Lewis Gilbert who bought a small brick building in Winchester, Connecticut to serve as his factory. Over time, the company went through various owner changes and visions. It wasn’t until the late 1800s that Gilbert clocks started to boom. Gilbert clocks have a long and rich history. Stamped on the mechanism is: Wm. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted Conn., USA. Patient June 3, 1879. For more information, click the following -> link . According to the label on the back of the clock case, this is the "Pike" model. I could not find much information on this particular model. Initial inspection found that the case was in good condition considering it was over 100 years old. When the clock was rec...