Atkins Clock Company of Bristol and later Forestville, Connecticut.
This firm was established in 1859 to succeed the Atkins Clock Manufacturing Company, which went bankrupt in June of 1858. In 1859, 12 employees made approximately 4000 clocks.
Merritt W. Atkins was born in 1804 and died in 1873 at the age of 69. He worked in Bristol and later Forestville, Connecticut. He was a manufacturer of brass movement clocks and was involved in several firms. Most notable was the firm of Atkins and Porter. His firm, M. W. Atkins, spanned the years 1840-1857.
For additional information regarding the Atkins firms, please see Phil Gregory and Robert King's The Clocks of Irenus Atkins.
Clocks From This Maker
This Octagon Top cottage clock was made after 1865 in Bristol, Connecticut. The case is constructed in rosewood and retains an old surface or finish. It measures approximately 10 inches tall, 6.75 inches wide, and 3.5 inches deep. The front of the… read more
This is an interesting and seldom-seen wall clock. It is considered by many Atkins collectors to be a very desirable model and difficult to find.
This large wall clock features a black walnut veneered case. The sides feature a grain pattern that… read more
Originally called an "OG Octagon," this large gallery wall clock is somewhat difficult to find in today's marketplace. The case size is impressive. It measures 26 inches across the back. The front is veneered in rosewood and is trimmed with… read more
This cottage clock was made after 1865 in Bristol, Connecticut. The case is constructed in mahogany and retains an old surface or finish. It measures approximately 12 inches tall, 8.5 inches wide, and 3.5 inches deep. The front of the case is fitted… read more
This is a very interesting and rare mantel clock made by the Atkins Clock Manufacturing Company of Bristol, Connecticut. The case appears to be constructed in white pine and is architecturally designed. The fancy decorations and various details are… read more