Bidspirit auction | A Smiths Mechanical Automobile Dashboard

A Smiths Mechanical Automobile Dashboard Clock - An early 20th-century mechanical dashboard clock manufactured by S. Smith and Sons (M.A.) Ltd. The timepiece is housed within a cylindrical black-painted metal canister featuring a wide circular mounting flange with four fixing holes. The clock unit is hinged to the outer canister, allowing it to swing forward to access the rear controls. The silvered dial features black Arabic numerals, a closed minute track, and two ornate black hands. The dial is marked with the code P- 263.251 and bears the Smiths trademark logo and manufacturer details for Cricklewood Works, London. The interior of the outer case retains an original paper instruction label detailing winding, setting, and regulation procedures. Flange diameter: 95 mm Case depth: 70 mm.