Pragotron Clock - 1950s

CHFΒ 795.00
Rehomed

A rare vintage Bakelite Pragotron factory clock from the 1950s, originating from former Czechoslovakia, this timepiece is a true gem of mid-century design. With a bold 49cm diameter, it serves as a striking statement piece in any space. The clock features a rare original NU 7 clock movement, encased in amber-coloured resin, which was specifically designed for explosive environments, giving it a unique industrial touch.

The integration of the included VEEB Projects clock driver ensures perpetual accuracy, utilising the internet to keep precise time.

A rare vintage Bakelite Pragotron factory clock from the 1950s, originating from former Czechoslovakia, this timepiece is a true gem of mid-century design. With a bold 49cm diameter, it serves as a striking statement piece in any space. The clock features a rare original NU 7 clock movement, encased in amber-coloured resin, which was specifically designed for explosive environments, giving it a unique industrial touch.

The integration of the included VEEB Projects clock driver ensures perpetual accuracy, utilising the internet to keep precise time.

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PRAGOTRON Timeline

  • Pragatron 2024
    Pragotron is integrated into the Mobatime group. Elektročas becomes a brand under Mobatime, which is managed by Moser-Baer Holding AG
  • Mobatime Group 2013
    Pragotron is integrated into the Mobatime group. Elektročas becomes a brand under Mobatime, which is managed by Moser-Baer Holding AG
  • Pragotron 1969
    The national enterprise Elektročas is renamed Pragotron. This change coincided with a significant shift in the company’s focus towards manufacturing electronic information systems and timekeeping devices​
  • Elektročas 1954
    The company name changes from Jednotný čas to Elektročas, marking its transition to a national enterprise. This change reflected the broader nationalization trends in Czechoslovakia during this period
  • Chronotechna 1953
    Jednotný čas was part of Chronotechna until 1953, when Elektročas was established as an independent entity. This split allowed Elektročas to focus more on timekeeping and electronic systems
  • JednotnΓ½ čas 1924
    JednotnΓ½ čas (Uniform Time Systems) was founded in Karlin, Prague, Czechoslovakia. It specialized in the assembly and maintenance of electrical clock devices and used the β€˜Normal Zeit’ logo. This period marked the beginning of its long history in the timekeeping industry.