{"product_id":"metamec-wall-clock-618-vintage-1977-teak-brass-square-english-quartz","title":"Metamec Wall Clock 618 Vintage 1977 Teak Brass Square English Quartz","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic 1977 Metamec wall clock, Model 618 — a square faux teak case with black sides and a brass bezel surrounding a convex glass dial with crisp white Roman numerals. 7.5 x 7.5 inches (19cm x 19cm), 1.5 inches (3.8cm) deep, 6.75 inch (17.1cm) dial. Fitted with a new German UTS quartz movement, original hands retained, fully working. Ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMetamec — Britain's largest clock manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Metamec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetamec was founded around 1941 in Dereham, Norfolk, as an offshoot of furniture makers Jentique — the name itself derived from \"metal-work and mechanics.\" By the 1960s and 70s Metamec had grown into the largest clock manufacturer in the UK, employing around 750 people and producing some 25,000 clocks a week across 350 different models. Today, original Metamec pieces are highly sought after by mid-century collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eClassic 1970s design, precisely dated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model dates exactly to 1977 — a square faux teak case paired with a polished brass bezel and a gently domed convex glass front, finished with bold white Roman numerals on a warm woodgrain dial. The clock has been fitted with a new German UTS quartz movement, with the original hands retained, so the look stays completely true to the piece. The plastic case has been re-polished to bring back its finish, with just two tiny imperfections to the case, visible in the photos. Signed \"Metamec, Made in England\" on the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt under 20cm square, it's a lovely compact size for a kitchen, hallway, or study wall — genuinely useful as well as decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Metamec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 618\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Faux teak face, black sides, brass bezel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial: Convex glass, 6.75 inch \/ 17.1cm, white Roman numerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 7.5 x 7.5 inches \/ 19cm x 19cm, 1.5 inches \/ 3.8cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement: New German UTS quartz movement, original hands retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to hang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition. Plastic case re-polished. Two tiny imperfections to the case, visible in the photos. Convex glass unmarked. Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item's description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA genuine, precisely dated piece of 1970s Metamec design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree tracked delivery across the UK. We ship to the US and internationally. US orders only: all duties\/taxes covered upfront. Non-US buyers may face local import charges outside our control — check with your customs authority before ordering. Every item packed carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: as stated in our shop policy, buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply outside the UK. US orders are the exception — duties are covered upfront by us.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RetroTime","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55305266757971,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/8488\/9171\/files\/Metamec-Wall-Clock-618-Vintage-1977-Teak-Brass-Square-English-Quartz.jpg?v=1791649323","url":"https:\/\/retrotime.co.uk\/products\/metamec-wall-clock-618-vintage-1977-teak-brass-square-english-quartz","provider":"RetroTime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}