Hermle Table Clock with Floating Balance, Calibre 150-010, 1960s

Warm wood, a light-coloured dial and slender brass feet give this Hermle mantel clock a distinctive elegance. Its elongated case appears balanced and light, while the trapezoidal dial forms a striking focal point. The fine brass-coloured frame, slim hour markers and dark hands with gold-coloured accents preserve the clear design character of the 1960s.

The delicate brass feet lift the wooden case with an almost floating lightness. The clock sits beautifully on a sideboard, console or chest of drawers, where it can be paired with personal favourite objects. It also works well on a simple contemporary piece of furniture, where its unusual shape can speak for itself.

Origin and period

This Hermle mantel clock dates from the 1960s. The Franz Hermle & Sohn clock factory was based in Reichenbach am Heuberg in the Swabian Alb and is known for its clock movements.

Movement and mechanism

Inside is a mechanical Hermle movement, calibre 150-010, with a floating balance escapement. The Bim-Bam striking mechanism chimes on three rods: once on the half hour and, on the hour, the number of times corresponding to the hour.

Case, dial and design

The elongated wooden case stands on slender brass feet at either side. The light-coloured dial is trapezoidal and framed by a narrow brass-coloured rim. Slim hour markers and dark hands with gold-coloured accents complete its clean design.

Condition and restoration

The movement was completely dismantled in our workshop, thoroughly cleaned and serviced, reassembled, professionally oiled and adjusted. The photograph of the dismantled Hermle calibre 150-010 documents this work. The clock was checked after servicing. It is running very well and keeps accurate time.

The light-coloured dial has slight changes in colour, visible in the photographs. Further signs of age and use may be present. The photographs form part of the description and show the condition of the clock offered.

Operation and chime

You can watch the clock running and listen to its chime in our video.

Video with sound: https://youtu.be/x57vUm17No0

Option to convert to a modern quartz movement

This clock can be converted to a modern quartz movement, either with or without a chime. Add the desired conversion service to your cart along with the clock. The conversion is made to order and cannot be reversed. For this reason, we cannot accept returns or cancellations for clocks converted to order.

Key details

Maker: Franz Hermle & Sohn Clock Factory, Reichenbach am Heuberg, Germany

Period: 1960s

Clock type: Mantel clock

Case: Wood with slender brass feet

Dial: Trapezoidal, light-coloured with a brass-coloured frame

Movement: Mechanical Hermle calibre 150-010 with floating balance escapement

Chime: Bim-Bam chime on three rods; half-hour and hourly strikes

Quartz conversion: Available with or without a chime

Dimensions and weight

Width: approx. 46.5 cm (18.3 in)
Height: approx. 19 cm (7.5 in)
Depth: approx. 13 cm (5.1 in)
Weight: approx. 2,025 g (4.46 lb)

Included

A suitable winding key and written instructions for setting up and operating the clock are included.

Shipping

The clock will be carefully packed for safe transport. We take particular care to protect the wooden case, dial and delicate movement.

Our philosophy

We are Lenka and Thomas, and we love old clocks – not only for their engineering, but also for the stories they tell. We treat every clock that leaves our workshop with traditional craftsmanship and respect for its history.

At AntiguoShop, we believe exceptional objects deserve a second life. That is why we give historic clocks a new lease of life, so they can continue to delight people and enrich a home.