Lenzkirch (1851-1932) Clock - Very Rare Example. Circa 1901.

Bracket Clock with a Balance Wheel 8 Day Movement - Striking on a Bell.

Lenzkirch Aktiengesellschaft für Uhrenfabrikation Lenzkirch was a premier German clock manufacturer.

Makers of clocks between 1851 and 1932.

This clock likely produced during the Edwardian period (approx. 1901–1910).

Brass bezel with a beautiful Enamel Convex Face.

Strikes on a bell at the hour and ½ hour.

The Balance wheel movement has the advantage that the clock can be moved from place to place without the need to set and level up a swinging pendulum each time.

The original wooden case needs a little TLC.

The clock time runs a little fast (30 minutes in a 7 day test run).

The clock strike count is wrong, needs some adjustment. 

Key Details about the Lenzkirch "2 Million" Clock: SN. 43415.

Lenzkirch A.G.U. (Aktiengesellschaft für Uhrenfabrikation Lenzkirch) was a premier German clock manufacturer located in the Black Forest, renowned for producing high-quality, intricately designed regulators and mantel clocks between 1851 and 1932. Founded by Eduard Hauser, the company became a leading, award-winning manufacturer before merging with Junghans in the late 1920s. 

Background: Founded in 1851, the company, often marked as "A.G.U.L." or "Lenzkirch AGU" on movements, brought refined Swiss and French precision techniques to Black Forest clockmaking.

Reputation: Known for exceptional, high-precision movements.

Timeline: The company was highly successful until competition from more modern manufacturing methods led to a merger with Junghans in 1928, with the factory closing around 1932.

Collector's Item: Authentic Lenzkirch clocks are highly sought after by collectors.

Manufacturer: Lenzkirch A.G.U. (Actien-Gesellschaft für Uhrenfabrikation).

Markings: The movement is typically marked with "Lenzkirch AGU," a pine cone symbol (Tannenzweig), the serial number "2 Million" and "AGU L R5". These marking indicates the production milestone achieved by the renowned Lenzkirch factory, with the "R5" likely referring to a specific movement calibre or type within their production line.

Features: These movements feature a half-hour strike on a bell. (Halbstundenschlag auf Glocke).

Status: The clocks are considered collector's items, with few surviving examples.

The clock was originally sold by R.HOFFMEISTER, STUTTGART, Germany.