Walnut Finish Folding Mantel Clock with Compass - Brown

This folding mantel clock pairs a round clock with a compass in one walnut finish case that opens on a hinge and closes into a neat disc. Lift the lid and the clock stands upright, its white dial set with black Roman numerals and slim black hands inside a gold-tone bezel. Beneath it, set into the base, the compass shows a black and white compass rose with its points marked around the edge, framed in matching gold-tone trim. Closed, it measures 10cm across and 5cm high, a compact round case in a warm brown.

Being compact, it suits a mantelpiece, a desk or a bedside table, keeping the time without taking up much room. In a study or home office the upright dial reads clearly across the desk, and the compass in the base gives it the look of an old travelling instrument. When you want it out of the way, it folds shut and sits as tidily as a lidded box on a shelf. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who likes a classic clock with a little more to it than the time alone.

The case has a glazed walnut finish in a rich brown, and the two gold-tone bezels pick up its warmth against the white of the dials. The hinge sits at the back, so the clock lifts up from the base to stand and lowers over the compass to close, leaving a plain round case with no trim on show. Care is simple: dust with a soft dry cloth, and lift any marks with a cloth that is barely damp, drying it straight after. We would keep it away from water and direct heat, as with any glazed finish. For a gift, hand it over closed, so the clock and compass inside are a small surprise when the lid is lifted.

How big is the folding mantel clock?

Closed, the round case measures 10cm across and 5cm high, so it sits comfortably on a mantelpiece, desk, shelf or bedside table without taking much room.

How does the clock stand up?

The lid lifts on a hinge at the back and the clock stands upright above the base, with the compass set into the base in front of it.

What does the clock face look like?

The clock has a white dial with black Roman numerals and slim black hands, set inside a gold-tone bezel that matches the trim around the compass.

What colour and finish is the case?

The round case has a glazed walnut finish in a warm brown, with gold-tone bezels around both the clock dial and the compass.

Does it close up when not in use?

Yes, it folds shut into a plain round case, which keeps the clock and compass covered and makes it tidy to put away on a shelf or in a drawer.

How should I look after it?

Dust it with a soft dry cloth and lift any marks with a barely damp cloth, drying it straight after, and keep it away from water and direct heat.