Description
This wind-up kitchen timer takes the shape of a plump little owl, with big red and white eyes, a small brown beak and a pale blue body sitting on a chocolate brown dial. It works entirely by winding, so no batteries are required, and it counts down from a maximum of 59 minutes in one minute steps. When the dial reaches zero, a loud and clear bell rings for three seconds to tell you time is up. The owl stands 6.7cm tall and 6cm across, small enough to sit beside the hob or on a windowsill without crowding the cooking.
It is a practical helper for boiling eggs, steeping tea, proving dough or keeping an eye on a tray of biscuits in the oven. It is just as useful on a desk for timing a short break or a spell of study. Because it needs no batteries, there is nothing to replace and no charging to remember; it simply sits on the worktop ready to wind. The numbers run round the base beneath the owl's front, with a small marker showing where the countdown stands, so the remaining time is easy to read at a glance.
The body is ABS plastic with a rubber coating, while the mechanism inside uses zinc alloy, stainless steel and ABS and POM plastics. To start a countdown, turn the dial anticlockwise all the way to zero, then turn it clockwise back to the time you need, taking care not to overwind it. To keep it looking its best, clean it only with a soft fabric cloth and never immerse it in water. We like it beside the kettle or on a shelf near the cooker, and it makes a charming little gift for any kitchen, large or small.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Body: plastic (ABS) & rubber coating; mechanism: zinc alloy, stainless steel, plastics (ABS & POM) |
| Length |
6cm |
| Width |
6cm |
| Height |
6.7cm |
| Weight |
0.072KG |
| Care |
Take care not to overwind the timer. Clean only with a soft fabric cloth. Do not immerse in water. |
Frequently Asked
How long can the owl kitchen timer count down?
It counts down from a maximum of 59 minutes in one minute steps, which covers most everyday cooking, baking and brewing.
Does this kitchen timer need batteries?
No batteries are required. It is a wind-up timer, so you simply turn the dial to set it and the mechanism does the rest.
How do I set the timer?
Turn the dial anticlockwise all the way to zero, then turn it clockwise back to the time you want. Take care not to overwind it.
How will I know when the time is up?
A loud and clear bell rings for three seconds once the dial reaches zero, so you know your time has run out.
How big is the owl timer?
The owl stands 6.7cm tall and measures 6cm across, a compact size that sits easily on a worktop, shelf or windowsill.
How should I clean it?
Clean it only with a soft fabric cloth and do not immerse it in water. A gentle wipe keeps the pale blue owl looking fresh.