Model representing Earnshaw's detent chronometer escapement, 1950-1883

Made:
1950-1883 in London
maker:
E Dent and Company

Model of chronometer escapement, for use with a projecting latern, made by Dent, 1950-1883. Represents the detent chronometer escapement, invented by Thomas Earnshaw 1777-1787. This escapement was typically used in marine chronometers.

Details

Category:
Time Measurement
Object Number:
1883-67
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy), glass, steel (metal) and metal (unknown)
Measurements:
overall: 1150 mm x 65 mm
type:
chronometer, instrument component and model - representation
credit:
Royal College of Science