Product Details

SKU Code: CLOCK/SECTOR

Discover a piece of history with our superior-quality replica sector clocks, featuring a distressed and aged dial encased in genuine glass. These clocks are not your average wall timepieces; they offer a unique design that serves as an excellent conversation starter in any office, workshop, garage, reception area, and more. The design is inspired by the original clocks used in RAF sector rooms during World War II, making it a historical artifact for enthusiasts.

Historical Significance:

Originally referred to as "colour change clocks," these timepieces were introduced in 1917 by the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), the predecessor of the RAF. They were crucial for monitoring the movements of German planes and airships, a practice further refined during World War II. The clocks gained fame during the Battle of Britain and remained in use on some air force bases through the Cold War. Today, original clocks are highly prized, with auction prices in the UK ranging from £5,000 to £8,000 ($6,500 to $10,500).

Design and Features:

Several versions of the clock existed during the war, each with slight variations in face details but consistently featuring the iconic red, blue, and yellow triangles. The MWC replica stays true to the original design, including a sweep second hand, mirroring the electric versions used during the war.

Usage:

The Sector Clock played a crucial role in Ground-controlled interception (GCI) before the advent of modern computerized airspace control systems. Its face features five-minute red, yellow, and blue triangular segments, with an outer 12-hour ring and an inner 24-hour dial. Aircraft positions were logged along with the color of the triangle beneath the minute hand at the time of sighting, and this information was relayed to sector headquarters. Counters representing each air raid were moved across a map of the UK, allowing Fighter Controllers to quickly assess the formation and direction of enemy aircraft. The counter color indicated the age of the information, facilitating swift and effective decision-making.

Specifications:

• Case: Strong and robust polycarbonate
• Dimensions: 30.5 cm (approx. 12")
• Movement: Highly accurate silent quartz movement with sweep second hand
• Power: 1 x AA battery (supplied)

This clock comes ready to use with an AA battery included, ensuring a silent operation free from the annoying ticking sound typical of most quartz wall clocks.

Choose our sector clock for a blend of historical charm and modern reliability, perfect for adding a unique touch to any space.

Installation Note:

To avoid breakage, ensure the clock is securely mounted. We recommend using a screw and Rawlplug on a brick or concrete wall. For wood surfaces, a screw can be used directly.

• Delivery

  • Delivery charges are as follows:

    USA/CANADA	EUROPE	UK	REST OF THE WORLD
    Tracked Mail US$11.50	Tracked Mail €11.75 / £10.25 / US$11.50	Tracked Mail  £9.95	Tracked Mail US$11.50 / €11.75 / £10.25
    Express Courier UPS or FedEx  US$25.00	Express Courier UPS or FedEx  €27.50 / £24.00 / US$27.00	Express Courier  UPS £12.95	Express Courier UPS or FedEx  US$41.50 / €42.50 / £36.50

    You will generally receive two emails after placing an order, the first will be a confirmation of receipt of the order and payment, this will be followed by a notification of shipment  once the goods are dispatched. When an order and payment has been processed, goods will be shipped by the Post Office or Courier within 48 hours. Please note that our shipping centers are closed on Saturdays and Sundays therefore orders placed during this time may take up to 72 hours to be dispatched, this includes orders after 13:00 European time on Fridays.

    The estimated delivery times in working days are set out below: *

    • USA Registered Mail: 4 to 12 days
    • USA UPS: 2 to 3 days
    • Europe UPS: 2 to 5 days
    • Europe Registered Mail: 7 to 14 days
    • UK DPD or UPS: 12 to 48 hours
    • UK Royal Mail: 1 to 3 days
    • Rest of World UPS: 3 to 10 days
    • Rest of World Registered Mail: 7 to 21 days

    All shipping estimates exclude Saturdays and Sundays when our packing and shipping centres are closed and also some countries postal services do not operate at the weekend.
    

    * Some countries are prone to be notoriously slow to process goods on arrival, among these countries are Israel, Hong Kong, Macau, Mexico, South Africa and some South American countries. We also tend to experience significant delays with many countries in Africa in addition to South Africa, you can always contact us for advice although we do not know with certainty exactly which countries will be slow, and which will be fast but the above estimates are a pretty good guide for most countries, keen in mind remote territories or those with slow customs processing can also tend to be problematic. Regardless of the processing speed, all of our shipments are fully insured against Loss.

    Please Note: We recommend using UPS, DHL or Fedex, which we offer as an option, if the delivery is very time sensitive and you are aware that your local Postal Service he's not particularly reliable.

    Whilst we make every effort to deliver your order within the above timeframes this is a guide and delivery cannot be guaranteed. We will not accept responsibility for delays caused by our Couriers or any National postal service. If the goods are not delivered within the time we have estimated, please feel free to contact us or email admin@mwc.watch, and we will do everything possible to resolve the issue promptly. We will not be liable for any loss caused to you by late delivery.

    Our delivery charges covers the cost of shipping the goods to you. However, this does not include import charges and administration fees to clear the goods when entering your country. 

    If you need to clarify any details regarding local taxes for your location, please contact us before placing an order. For clarification, goods shipped to the EU can be dispatched from our EU location if ordered on this site, and we also have a UK shipping center if you order at www.mwcwatches.co.uk

    In the United States, orders under $800 do not incur taxes or fees. In Australia, orders up to AU$1000 are tax-free. Many other countries have similar regulations, which you can verify using this helpful link: Zonos De Minimis Values and also another link below to calculate taxes for shipments to most countries which is here https://www.simplyduty.com/import-calculator/

    It is the responsibility of the purchaser to understand that charges may apply and pay all subsequent import tax and duty on goods shipped to their respective Country. In the instance that items are returned to MWC as a result of a rejected payment, subsequent charges incurred such as Import Duty and processing costs will be deducted from any refund issued. For further information on this please contact accounts@mwc-distribution.com 

    We do not accept any liability for goods that have been lost after delivery to a PO Box. We reserve the right to cancel orders where the delivery address is a PO Box. Furthermore, we also do not accept any liability for goods that have been lost after they are confirmed as delivered to APO or BFPO locations. 

    It is the Customer's responsibility to notify us if the goods have not been received within 21 days of the estimated delivery date or time of ordering. If no notification is made within this time period the buyer shall be deemed to have received the goods.

    Failed delivery of an item ordered due to non-acceptance of the delivery

    Please note that if you order an item and the delivery company inform us that the item was refused it would be returned back to us, in many cases especially with FedEx, UPS etc they will also charge a return fee to send it back. Because in these circumstances we have done everything that is required to get the item to you we would refund less both the outbound and Inbound shipping charges once the item was received back at our packing and shipping centre. Unfortunately sometimes if you are having the order delivered to a business location the people receiving inbound parcels are prone to refuse an item without checking with the individual concerned we would strongly recommend being very cautious in this situation and notifying the people who handle the incoming parcels that you are expecting a delivery to avoid this problem occurring. Usually, we would be notified there is a delivery issue and would email you for your instructions, normally these sorts of problems can be avoided if you contact the carrier and tell them there is an error but it's very important to act quickly to avoid the return and associated costs.