E. Howard & Co., Boston, Massachusetts. The Model No. 6 wall regulator. Figure 8. 222145.

This Number 6 Regulator, or the "Figure Eight" form, is arguably one of the most attractive antique wall clock forms in today's marketplace. This impressive example is the largest of 5 individual sizes that share this distinctive form. This model measures 4 feet 10 inches long, 19 inches wide, and 6.75 inches deep. The case is constructed in black walnut and retains an older finish that has been rubbed out. The condition and color are excellent, making this a desirable example. The front of the case is hinged and serves as an access door. This door is fitted with three glass panels. The upper glass is clear and protects the dial and the hands. The middle tablet or throat glass is decorated in black and gold from the back. The center section is left clear so you can view the motion of the gilded pendulum rod. The lower circular tablet is painted in the traditional E. Howard colors of black, red, and gold. The center of this is also left clear to view the brass-faced pendulum bob. Both painted tablets are original to this clock. They have had some minor restoration in stabilizing the original paint.

The iron dial on this, the largest model, measures 14 inches in diameter. This dial is original to this clock. The hours are indicated with Roman-style figures. The subsidiary seconds dial is divided into ten-second increments and labeled with Arabic numerals. The Company name is signed below the center arbor in an old-english lettering. It reads, "E. Howard & Co., / BOSTON." The time is indicated in the traditional format. The hands are designed with open diamonds out on their ends. These are original to this clock.

The weight-driven movement is constructed in brass and of very good quality. The Maker's name can be found die-stamped into the front plate. The heavy plates are rectangular and finely finished, retaining their original scraping design. This movement is designed to beat seconds on a Graham deadbeat escapement. The winding drum is fitted with maintaining or retaining power. This is a device that maintains power on the great wheel while in the process of winding this clock. This has two positive effects. First, it prevents the loss of impulse to the time train while winding the mechanism. Secondly, it protects the teeth on the escape wheel due to the large size and weight of the 8-inch pendulum bob. A Geneva stop work will prevent you from overwinding this clock. The pendulum is carefully suspended by a double suspension spring mounted to the top of the movement. The rod is made from straight-grain cherry that was appropriately seasoned and retained its' original gilding. The zinc bob is covered with a brass jacket. The face of the bob is decorated with several engraved concentric rings. The original cast iron weight is impressed with the number 6. This clock is designed to run for eight days on a full wind. 

A red-painted wooden weight board provides a guide for the weight or protection of the pendulum. It is also used as a field of color for the pendulum to swing in front of. 

This fine clock was made circa 1870. 

Inventory number 222145.