Pedometer in nickel-plated case. Black painted hand, set from a central screw at the back. White printed dial recording 25 miles and inscribed MILES “SUPREX” 1 Division ¼ Mile. Perspex ‘glass’. Stamped brass movement. Pace size marked behind the bow, the ‘winding’ button providing adjustment. 3rd quarter 20th cent. 47mm dia.
“Suprex” were made in Germany by Kasper & Richter for the English market. The sole British distributers were Brian R. Morris & Co, 118b London Road, St Albans.
Details
- Category:
- Clockmakers
- Collection:
- The Worshipful Company of Clockmakers
- Object Number:
- L2017-2184
- Measurements:
-
overall: 47 mm,
- type:
- pedometer
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