Rack lever escapement

Made:
1791 in Liverpool
maker:
Litherland and Company
Rack lever escapement, made by P. Litherland and Co

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Rack lever escapement, made by P. Litherland and Co
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Rack lever escapement, made by P. Litherland and Co., this arrangement was patented by P. Litherland in 1791

Details

Category:
Time Measurement
Object Number:
1920-518
type:
movement - clockwork and lever watch
credit:
Mrs J Williamson and Bruno Roberts