Military Tank Metal Mantel Clock with Arabic Dial - Black

This military tank mantel clock turns a metal tank into a working timepiece for the mantelpiece, with its long gun barrel reaching out to one side and the turret holding the face. The body is finished in black with a distressed, vintage look, and worn silver highlights pick out the road wheels, the tracks and the tip of the barrel so it reads like a well-used piece of kit. Set into the turret is a cream analogue dial with Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9, dark hands and fine line drawings of a tank printed across the face. It stands 21cm tall and 8.5cm deep, so it sits comfortably on a mantelpiece or shelf.

Because it is free-standing, there is no wall to drill and nothing to hang: simply set it down on a mantelpiece, a living room sideboard, a bookcase or a desk in a study or home office. The 8.5cm depth lets it sit on a narrower shelf where a bulkier clock would overhang, and the tank shape brings a dose of humour and character to the room. With an analogue face and plain Arabic numbers, it is easy to read at a glance from across the room. It works just as well on a bedroom chest of drawers or a hallway console for anyone who likes a piece with a bit of personality.

Inside, a quartz movement drives the hands. The clock runs on AA battery power, the size also sold as LR6 or MN1500, and batteries are not included, so keep one ready before you set it up. To keep the distressed metal looking its best, dust it with a soft dry cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners or polish, which could wear the vintage finish. Wrapped up, it makes a characterful gift, and on the mantelpiece it gives visitors something to talk about.

How big is the tank mantel clock?

It stands 21cm tall and is 8.5cm deep, so it fits on most mantelpieces, shelves and sideboards, with the gun barrel reaching out to one side.

What battery does the tank clock take?

It runs on AA battery power, the size also sold as LR6 or MN1500. Batteries are not included, so have one ready before you set it up.

Can the tank clock be hung on a wall?

It is a free-standing mantel clock made to sit on a flat surface such as a mantelpiece, shelf, desk or sideboard, so no wall fixing is needed.

What colour is the clock?

The metal body is black with a distressed, vintage finish and worn silver highlights on the wheels, tracks and barrel, set off by a cream dial.

Is the clock face easy to read?

Yes, it has an analogue dial with Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9 and dark hands on a cream face, so the time is clear at a glance.

How should I clean the metal tank clock?

Dust it regularly with a soft dry cloth and steer clear of abrasive cleaners or polish, which could wear away the distressed vintage finish.