CLOCKMAKERS


ALKER	John	Clock maker	1830: John Alker, clockmaker. I am very interested in a longcase clock made by John Alker of Wigan, Lancashire circa 1830 ,but I am having no joy in trying to get any information at all about him,would appreciate any information you may have. Webmaster says see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Alker. Contributors name withheld .
ASHDOWN	George	Watch maker	1826: George Ashdown 25yrs, watchmaker. Born about 1826, Sevenoaks, Kent. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, apprentice watchmaker at Honey Lane, Hertford All Saints, Hertfordshire; lodging with watchmaker, Robert Bear 80yrs(master watchmaker) and his granddaughter Mary Ann Bear 18yrs. In 1861 George is 35yrs, unmarried , back in Kent, living at High Street, Sevenoaks with his sister Elizabeth Ashdown 36yrs, unmarried, housekeeper. In 1871 George is 45yrs, unmarried, master watchmaker at same address. The 1881 census lists him as 55yrs, a widower living at Rushlake Green Pleydells House,Warbleton, Sussex with ?daughter-in-law Esther Loveland. See Free BMDs marriages March 1874 Tunbridge, Vol. 2a, Page 829 for a possible marriage between a George Ashdown and Mary Ann Loveland.
ASHER	Unknown	Watch maker,Silversmith	1825: Mr. Asher (givenname not listed). See Gore's Directory of Liverpool. 26 Pool Lane. Cohen, Asher & Co., Bill brokers, 4 Jubilee Buildings, Lord Street. They were also Pawnbrokers.
ATHERTON	John (Jnr)	Watch maker	1842: John Atherton (Jnr),watchmaker. Born circa 1842 and was the son of John Atherton (born circa 1803 - also a watchmaker). Census 2nd April 1871 he was a watchmaker living with his wife Mary at 22 New Road, Prescot, Lancashire. Census 3rd April 1881, still a watchmaker, at 22 Warrington Road (Formerly New Road?), Warrington. By November 1886 his occupation had changed to a foreman (we suspect at a mine) and he was living in West Derby. He had nine children: John, Alice, Robert, Mary, William, Edmund, Thomas, Ellen and Emily. Contact Kelly by.
ATHERTON	John (Snr)	Watch maker	1803: John Atherton (Snr), watchmaker. Born circa 1803 in Prescot, Lancashire, UK. Census 6th June1841 he was a watchmaker at Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancashire. Census 30th March 185, still a watchmaker at Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancashire. Wife: Alice, and had seven children that we know of - Elizabeth, Ellen, Thomas, Mary, Alice, Robert, and John. Contact Kelly by.
ATHERTON	Thomas	Watch maker, Coal Miner	1865: Thomas Atherton, watchmaker & coal miner. The 1881 UK census lists him as 16yrs, living with his father at 22 Warrington Road, (formerly New Road?) Prescot, Lancashire, UK. 1891: 26yrs, living at Whiston Cross, Whiston, Lancashire (now Merseryside) and is a coal miner. It is perhaps not a coincidence that in this census, he is shown living in the household next to the parents of his wife Mary Lyon. Mary's father and brothers are all coal miners. Perhaps the coal mining boom of the time snatched him away from a family tradition of watchmaking. Thomas and Mary had 12 children (that we know of) but we have only been able to find nine of them so far - Minnie, William, Thomas, John, Jessie, Mary, Sarah Heleanor, Jim and Hannah Standish. See Watchmakers Index for his father John (born c1841) and grandfather John (born c1803). Contact Kelly by.
AUSTIN	Aaron	Clock, Watch makers	1775: Aaron Austin, clock ,watch maker. No: 26, Old Market, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
BAUNES	George	Clock, Watch makers	1775: George Baunes, clock, watch maker. No: 11, Redcliff Hill, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
BEAR	Robert	Watch maker	1770: Robert Bear, master watch maker. Born about 1770 -71, in Norfolk. The 1841 UK census lists him as 65yrs, at Market Place, Parish of All Saints, Hertfordshire; with ?daughter Mary Ann Bear 25yrs and granddaughter Mary Ann Bear 8yrs. In 1851 Robert is ? 80yrs, living at Honey Lane, Hertford All Saints, Hertfordshire; with granddaughter Mary Ann Bear 18yrs. Lodger: apprentice watchmaker George Ashdown 25yrs. Domestic Servant: Rebecca Howard 40yrs.
BENNETT	Joseph (Jnr)	Watch maker	1827: Joseph Bennett (Jnr), watch maker apprentice. Born about 1827, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph (Jnr) as 14yrs, with his family at Bilbury Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr. See Clock and Watch makers Index for parents Joseph (Snr) and Mary plus siblings.
BENNETT	Joseph (Snr)	Watch maker	1800: Joseph Bennett (Snr), watch maker. Born about 1800 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph as 40yrs, living at Bilbury Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr; with wife Mary 35yrs (born DEV). Children: Joseph 14yrs (watchmaker apprentice;); Christine 12yrs; William 10yrs; Mary 8yrs; Louisa 7yrsJohn 5yrs; Jane 2yrs. House servant Sarah Hawse 15yrs.
BENTLEY	Thomas	Clock maker	1700: Thomas Bentley, clockmaker. Looking for information on Thomas Bentley, Clockmaker, in Kingsbridge around mid 1700's. If you can share information please contact Barry by
BIBBY	Alexander W	Watch maker	1850: Alexander.W. Bibby, watch maker. Born about 1850, Tranmere, Cheshire, England. The 1891 UK census lists Alexander as 41yrs, living at 90 Hankin Street, Liverpool (RG12/2903/129/24); with wife Jane Ann 46yrs (born Birdlip, Gloucester). In 1901 Alexander was 51yrs, at Hampton Street, Toxteth Park, Liverpool (RG13/3426/141/19) with his brother William 39yrs (boiler labourer). Sister-in-law: Mary. A. 40yrs. Nieces & nephews: William 16yrs (see Watch Makers Index), Mary 14yrs, Edward 12yrs, Nellie 6yrs, Doris 3yrs. Contact Juliet by.
BIBBY	William	Watch maker	1885: William Bibby, watch maker apprentice. Born about 1885, Liverpool, England. The 1901 UK census lists William as 16yrs, living at Hampton Street, Toxteth Park, Liverpool (RG13/3426/141/19). See Clock and Watchmakers Index for parents William & Mary. A. Bibby. Siblings: Mary 14yrs, Edward 12yrs, Nellie 6yrs, Doris 3yrs. Uncle: Alexander Bibby 51yrs (see Watch Makers Index).
BOUCKER	Geo.	Watch maker	1854: Geo.Boucker , watch maker. Born about 1854, Market Drayton-Salop, Shropshire, England. The 1881 UK census lists Geo. As 27yrs, living at 4 Broad Street, Newcatles Under Lyme,Staffs; with wife Ann 27yrs (born Newcastle-Staffordshire). Children: Maud 2yrs; Geo.Edward 11 mths infant.
BOUCKER	George	Clock, Watch makers	1816: George Boucker, watch maker. Born about 1816, Shropshire,. England. Son of George Boucker (Snr) (Labourer). Married 02 March 1843 at Stoke Parish Church to Ann Edmonds. The 1851 census lists 35yrs, at Cheshire Street,Market Drayton (Drayton Magna)with wife Ann 30yrs (born Moretonwood-Salop). In 1881 George is 65yrs, Ann 60yrs. Married daughter Mercy Ellis 22yrs and grandsons Francis Ellis 4yrs and Harry Ellis 10mths Infant.
BROCK	Benj.	Watch maker, Silversmith	1775: Benj. Brock,watch maker, silversmith. At no: 39, Corn Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
BRUMTON ?	Samuel	Watch maker & Coal Miner	1816: Samuel Brumpton, watch maker & coal miner. Born about 1816, Kent, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 25yrs, living in Northfleet, Kent with wife Ann 25yrs (born Kent) and daughter Caroline 3yrs.
BULLOCK	George	Clock, Watch makers	1832: George Bullock, clock, watch maker. Born about 1832, Bradford, Wiltshire, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 19yrs, living at 175 Pippett Street, Bradford. See Clock & Watch makers index for parents William & Eleanor Bullock plus his siblings.
BULLOCK	William	Clock, Watch makers	1796: William Bullock, clock, watch maker. . Pippett Street, Bradford-on-Avon,West Wiltshire. Taken from the 1848 Directory of Bradford on Avon. The 1851 census shows him at 175 Pippett Street,Bradford. Aged 55yrs (born 1796); wife Eleanor 54yrs. Children: Julia 26yrs, Isabella 22yrs, George 19yrs (clock-watchmaker), Ellen 17yrs, Arthur 15yrs, Louisa 10yrs.
BURNETT	Abraham Filmore	Watch maker	1760: Abraham Filmore Burnett, watch maker about 1760 around the Exeter - Topsham area, England. Wife: Elizabeth. Does anyone know how I may find him, or what resourses are available? Any information deeply appreciated. Contact Andy in Australia by.
BURR & WOOD	B&W	Clock, Watchmakers,Silversmiths	1775: Burr & Wood, clock, watch makers & silversmiths. No: 16 Clare Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
CARYL	Chistopher John	Watch maker	1844: Chistopher John Caryl, watch maker. Born Liverpool 1844. 1861: apprentice watchmaker (with father). Parents: John & Elizabeth. See Shipwrights, Brass workers,Farriers,Blacksmiths, Whitesmiths, Brass workers & Ironworkers Indexes for relatives.
CARYL	John	Watch maker	1816: John Caryl, watch maker. Born Warrington 1816. 1841 census describes him as an apprentice watchmaker, living at 19 Warren Street,Liverpool. Married: Elizabeth Fairfield in 1842. In 1847 he was a watch finisher working from 33 Devon Street, Liverpool and in 1848 from 5 Manesty Lane,Liverpool. From 1851 - 1883 at 16 High Street,Monks Coppenhall, Cheshire as watchmaker and jeweller. He vanishes from the records but reappears in 1906 when he enters the USA, occupation given as jeweller. See Shipwrights Index for his brother John James Caryl. See Brass workers,Farriers,Blacksmiths, Whitesmiths, Brass workers & Ironworkers Indexes for relatives.
CLERKE or COLERKE?	William	Watch maker, Coal Miner	1816: William Clerke (Colerke), watchmaker and coal miner. Born (not in Kent) about 1816 ?where. The 1841 UK census lists William as 25yrs, living in Northfleet, Kent; with wife Elizabeth 20yrs (not born in Kent).
CREWS	Charles	Watch maker	1812: Charles Crews, watchmaker. Born about 1812, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 29yrs, living in Treville Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. Also listed are: Nicholas Crewes 70yrs (independent); Harriet Crews 60yrs; Maria Crews ?23yrs; Jane Crews 21yrs; Elizabeth Crews 19yrs; Caroline Crews 3yrs.
DALE	Charles	Clock, Watch makers	1830: Charles Dales, clock,watch makers. From Pigot's Directory of 1830. Gosport Library. Page 406. Andover - Watch & Clock makers - Dale,Charles, Market Place. (Pigot Dir.) (Also Fire Insurance Agent for Globe.). Contact Malcolm by.
DALE	Edmund	Clock, Watch maker	1784: Edmund Dales, clock,watch maker. From The Hampshire Directory of 1784. Fordingbridge. Clock & Watchmaker.Contact Malcolm by.
DOWNE	Robert	Clock maker	1791: Robert Downe, clock maker, brightsmith, gun maker. Born about 1791 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK Census lists him as 50yrs, a brightsmith living in High Street, Bideford with wife Ann 45yrs. Children: Elizabeth 13yrs; Ella 9yrs; Henry 8yrs. Robert worked all his life on the High Street in Bideford. Genuki-Bideford shows him on two trade directories. Clock and watch maker 1830. Clock maker and gun maker 1857. Death cert shows he was a Master gunsmith, info given by a non-relative. If at Robert's death he was in business as a master gunsmith, surely this would mean he had to apprentice? Or would he just have been someone who repaired guns, which would not necessitate a license or apprenticeship? He is listed in the Brightsmith, Clockmaker & Gunsmith Indexes To share information please contact Pamela by
ESCOURT	Robert	Watch maker	1775: Robert Escourt, watchmaker. No: 30, Tower Lane, John Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
EVANS	Caleb	Watch maker,Jeweler	1775: Caleb Evans, watch maker & jeweler. No: 34, St. Michael’s Hill, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
FLINT	Thomas	Watch maker	1788: Thomas Flint, watchmaker. Born about 1788 in Ashford, Kent, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as ?50yrs, living at Ashford with his brother . See Clock/watchmakers Index for his brother William Flint 50yrs & sister-in-law Hannah Flint 35yrs. The 1851 census lists Thomas as 63yrs, living at North side of High Street, Ashford with his brother William Flint 60yrs, sister-in-law Hannah 50yrs. Visitor George Walter (professor of French) and servant Agnes Leeds 20yrs.
FLINT	William	Watch maker	1791: William Flint 50yrs, watchmaker. Born about 1791, Ashford, Kent, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living at Ashford with wife Hannah 35yrs(born Kent) and his brother Thomas Flint 50yrs(born Kent). In 1851 William is 63yrs, Hannah 50yrs living at North side of High Street, Ashford. Also listed is his brother Thomas Flint 60yrs (watchmaker). Visitor George Walter (professor of French) and servant Agnes Leeds 20yrs.
GENDLE	Thomas	Watch maker	1767: Thomas Gendle, watchmaker. Born about 1767, devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 74yrs, living in Bilbury Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr; with wife Susanna 70yrs (born Devon).
GOLDSWORTHY	Edward	Clock maker	1750: Edward Goldsworthy, clockmaker. Born between 1750-1760. I have two entries of apprentiship in 1765 and 1766, and one of master clockmaker in 1787 in Exeter. He had a daughter Ann born about 1782. He went to London where he practised from 1802 until his death in 1824. In 1810 he married a Mary Jones, I presume in second marriage. I'd greatly appreciate any help provided. Contact George by
GRIFFITHS	George	Clock, Watch makers	1860: George Griffiths, clock, watch maker. Born about 1860-61 in Liverpool, Lancashire, England. The 1911 UK census lists George as 50yrs, living at 92 Robson Street, Liverpool with wife Amelia 50yrs (born New Orleans, USA). Children: Emily 14yrs; Georgina 12yrs; Harriet 10yrs . His trade also appears on the birth records of his children. Contact Colette by.
HALLETT	Wm Geo.	Clock, Watch maker, Jeweller,Silversmith	1848: Wm.Geo. Hallett, Watchmaker,Clockmaker,Jeweller,Silversmith. Market Place, Bradford-on-Avon,West Wiltshire. Taken from the 1848 Directory of Bradford on Avon. See Gold/Silversmiths Index.
HEATHMAN ?	Joseph	Watch maker	1826: Joseph Heathman, watchmaker. Born about 1826, Devon, England. The 1841 from the books indexed from St Charles the Martyr lists Joseph as 15yrs, living at Old Town Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr. Name could be Heashman? Can’t find him on the UK census for 1841 -1851.
HEWLETT	Isaac	Clock, Watch makers	1775: Isaac Hewlett, clock, watch maker. No: 28, Old Market, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
HUNTLEY	William	Clock, Watch makers	1848: William Huntly, watchmaker,clockmaker. Silver Street, Bradford-on-Avon, West Wiltshire. Taken from the 1848 Directory of Bradford on Avon.
HURLEY	Jos.	Clock, Watch makers	1775: Jos. Hurley, clock, watch maker. No: 255, Bedminster, East Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
JAMES	Nicholas	Watch maker	1805: Nicholas James, watchmaker. Born about 1805, Devonport, Devon, England. The 36yrs, living in Tavistock Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr. In 1851 Nicholas is 45yrs, unmarried, a watch & clock maker living at Doves Court, Parish St Andrews, Plymouth.
JESSE	Frank (Francis) Edward	Watch maker	1881: Frank (Francis)Edward Jesse, blacksmith in Royal Navy based in Portsmouth. Born December quarter 1881 Portsea, Hampshire. See http://www.freebmd.org.uk/ Vol: 2b Page: 440 and died December quarter 1962 Portsea, aged 81yrs, Vol: 6b Page 463. In WW1 Frank was on HMS Hampshire and lost a leg at Scapa Flow as the result of an accident. Ship was sunk with no survivors while he was in hospital. He later became a watch maker in Denmead, Hants. Listed in the Clock/Watch Makers, Military & Hampshire Blacksmiths Indexes. two contacts Madeline by Contact Susan by
JULER	George	Watch maker	1830: George Juler , watchmaker. Born about 1830-11 Burnham, Norfolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 20yrs, living at High Street, Docking, Hunstanton Docking, Norfolk. Lodges with Ezekiel Callaby 58yrs and Martha Callaby 60yrs (see Blacksmiths of Norfolk Index).
JULER	John (1st)	Clock maker,Cabinet maker	1718 - 1797: John Juler (1), born & Lived in North Walsham NFK until 1770's. Wife Sarah Barcham in 1746. Also a carpenter, John made the cases for his clocks. See Iron Workers Index for son Matthew & Clockmakers Index for son John.
JULER	John (2nd)	Clock maker	1750 - 1825: John Juler (2)Took over his fathers business in the 1770's. Parents: John & Sarah nee Barcham. See Iron Workers Index for brother Matthew.
JULER	John (3rd)	Watch maker, Silversmith,Jeweller.	1786 - 1858: John Juler (3). Parents: John (2nd) JULER. See Siversmiths Index.
JULER	Miles	Watch maker	1823: Miles Juler, watchmaker. Born about 1823, Thorpe, Norfolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists Miles as 28yrs, living a t Front Street, Docking, Burnham Westgate Docking, Norfolk. See Watchmakers Index & Iron Mongers Index for parents William 54yrs & Alice 52yrs & siblings. See Blacksmiths of Norfolk for brother Benjamin 18yrs.
JULER	William	Watch maker,Ironmonger	1797: William Juler , Watchmaker,Ironmonger. Born about 1797 at Rudham, Norfolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 54yrs, living at Front Street, Docking, Burnham Westgate Docking, Norfolk; with wife Alice 52yrs (born Thorpe, Norfolk). Daughter Eliza 12yrs. Sons: Alfred 10yrs, Miles 28yrs (see Watchmakers Index ) & Benjamin 18yrs (Blacksmiths of Norfolk Index). William is also listed in the Iron Workers Index.
KENT	Joseph	Clock maker, long case Clocks	1800: Joseph Kent. I have a musical long case clock, made around 1800 by Joseph Kent, Ratcliff, London. I cannot find out any information about Joseph Kent. If you can help please contact Morton by.
KENYON	Richard	Clock maker	1770: Richard Kenyon, clock maker. We think his clocks date from about 1770. Have a long case clock with Richard Kenyon,Liverpool engraved on its face. More information welcome. See Interesting Stories Link on homepage. Contact
LAKEMAN	Robert	Watch maker	1816: Robert Lakeman, watchmaker. Born about 1816, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 25yrs, living at No:1 Looe Lane, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr; with wife Julia 25yrs (born Devon). Children: Robert 7yrs; Samuel 5yrs; Caroline 3yrs; Elizabeth 1yr infant.
LANE	Henry	Watch maker	1775: Henry Lane, watchmaker. No: 59, Key, now Quay, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
LANGSTON	Charles Frederick	Watch maker	1882: Charles Frederick Langston, watch maker. Post Office London Directory 1882, a watchmaker at 59 Stainsby Rd Poplar East. Baptised: 30 November 1834 at St George in the East Stepney London. Parents Edward LANGSTON & Eleanor (Helen) Bissex MOORE. Charles died 1 December 1913 and he is buried at Ladywell Cemetery Hither Green Lewisham. Contact Tyrone by.
LERWILL	William	Cloak maker	1842: William Lerwill, clockmaker. Born about 1842-43 in Braunton, Devon, England. William’s parents George & Mary & children migrated from Braunton to Birmingham,Warwickshire in 1854-55 when William a 12 year old. The 1881 UK census lists William as 38yrs, living at 23 Corwell Road, Lady Wood, Birmingham, Wawrickshire, England. Wife Esther 42yrs (born Worcestershire). Children: Mary.E.14yrs; William.H. 13yrs. Frank.T. 9yrs; Selina 8yrs; Annie.L.6yrs; George.H. 4yrs; Ellen 2yrs and Jessie 6mths infant. William set up a clockcase-making business about 10 years later, in Birmingham, when in his very early 20s. That business lasted for nearly 60 years until he was bought out. Yes, he worked into his 80s. Research has dug up a newspaper-recorded dialogue that took place between he and representaives of Braunton during 1880-81. He was to have supplied a clock for display in the village square, but the project fell through. However, in 1887 we know he did supply a clock to a church in the village - it's still there! Note: not to be confused with two other William Lerwills (1) William LERWILL who was a watchmaker and jeweller who operated out of Combe Martin in the 1880-1900 period. In fact I believe he and my gt-grandfather had some kind of business connection and (2) a brother of the CM Lerwill happened also to appear in Birmingham for a short while in the 1870s, and lived in the same district as my gt-grandfather! I would also be glad top hear from anyone who knows of ANY Lerwill-supplied clocks. Contact John by
LEVICK	George	Clock maker, Jeweller, Ironmonger	1781: George Levick, listed in indexes for clockmaker, Jeweller and ironmonger. Born 1781, in Market Rasen, Lincoln. See Indexes for Clockmakers and Wheelwrights for his parents John (born circa 1735) and Sarah Levick plus siblings. Contact Liz by
LEVICK	John	Clock maker, Wheelwright	1735: John Levick, wheelwright and clockmaker. Born circa1735 - 1741 in Worksop or Tuxford, Nottinghamshire. John married first wife Sarah Thorpe in 1775 in Normanton. They migrated from Worksop to Market Rasen in 1776. Children: (1) William born 1777 (see clockmakers index); (2) John died in childhood; (3) George born 1781 (see indexes for clockmakers, Jewellers and ironmonger). Wife Sarah died in 1784. In 1790 John Levick married 2nd wife Elizabeth Boston and they had four children (1) Ann 1792 (married a gentleman from Nottingham), (2) Thomas 1796; (3) John 1797 (a baker) ; (4) Samuel 1800 (a servant at the Welbeck Estate). All were orphaned by 1800 and were raised in Worksop, presumably by relatives, except Thomas who died, aged 1yr. Contact Liz by
LEVICK	William	Watch maker	1777: William Levick, watchmaker. Born about 1777 in Market Rasen, Lincoln. The 1841 UK census lists William as 61yrs, at East Retford, Nottinghamshire; with wife Ann 50yrs. See Indexes for Clockmakers and Wheelwrights for his parents John (born circa 1735) and Sarah Levick plus siblings. Contact Liz by
LLOYD	Philip	Watch maker	1775: Philip Lloyd, watchmaker. No: 46, Limekilns, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
LOCK	James	Clock, Watch makers	1775: James Lock, watch, clock maker. No: 8, Bridge Street, formally Worship Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
MARSDEN	Joseph	Watchmaker,Jeweller	1824: Joseph Marsden, master watchmaker, Jeweller. Born about 1824, West Derby, England. The 1871 UK census lists Joseph as 47yrs, Living in Jacksons Lane Knowsley, Lancashire, England; with wife Betty 37yrs (born West Derby). Children: Joseph. C. 14yrs (apprentice watchmaker); Thomas.A. 14yrs ; George.W. 12yrs; Francis.A. 16yrs; Harold.E. 8yrs; James. S. 6yrs; Frances.A. 4yrs; Robert.S. 6 mths infant. Joseph’s sist er Mary Marsden 48yrs, unmarried.
MARSDEN	Joseph.C.	Watch maker	1857: Joseph.C. Marsden, watchmaker apprenticed to his father. Born about 1857, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. The 1871 UK census lists Joseph as 14yrs, , Living in Jacksons Lane Knowsley, Lancashire, England with his parents. See Clock and Watchmakers Index for his parents Joseph and Betty Marsden, plus siblings.
MILLS	Alexander	Watch maker	1864: Alexander Mills, watch maker. Born about 1864 Basingstoke, Hampshire, England. Son of watch maker George Mills (aka Milne) and Ann. The 1881 UK census lists Alexander as 17yrs, living at No 4 Victoria Terrace, Basingstoke with his parents and siblings. Contact Tom at
MILLS (MILNE)	George	Clock, Watch makers	1822: George Mills (Milne), clock, watchmaker. Born about 1822, Scotland. The 1881 UK census lists George as 59yrs, at No 4 Victoria Terrace, Basingstoke, Hampshire, England. I have been led to believe there is one of his clocks in the Basingstoke Museum, but have not yet had this confirmed. See photo of George in Stories of the Past Link on homepage. I am not absolutely 100% sure that the photo is of George, but that is who my aunt has said it is. I have put the name Milne (Mills) as he moved down to Hampshire in about 1849 from Aberdeen in Scotland, then for some unknown reason changed the family name to Mills. It may be that no one could understand his broad Aberdeen accent. Contact Tom .
MITCHELL	Barnet	Watch maker	1800: Barnet Mitchell, watchmaker. Born about 1800-01, in foreign parts (not in Devon) . The 1841 UK census lists Barnet as 40yrs, living at Treville Street, Plymouth Parish of St. Charles the Martyr; with wife Maria 35yrs umbrella maker ( born not in Devon). Children: Michael 8yrs; James 7yrs; Louisa 4yrs;
MITCHELL	Richard	Watch maker	1820: Richard Mitchell, watchmaker. Born about 1820, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 20yrs, living at Clarence Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr. Also listed is Eliza 20yrs (?wife or sister).
MOLLER	Christian	Clock, Watch makers	1855: Christian Moller, clock, watch maker. Born about 1855. Emigrated to UK from Denmark approx 1874. The 1881 UK census shows him as Clock Maker aged 26 in Islington. Married 1876 aged 22 as a Watch Maker. Died 1913 as a Journeyman Clock Maker. His son, Mark Hans Moller, (my grandfather), birth cert of 1882 shows his father's occupation as Watch Maker. His son Mark is also listed in this index. I am keen for any leads as to where they were working during their Clock/Watch making careers. Contact great grand-son David by.
MOLLER	Mark Hans	Clock, Watch makers	1882: Mark Hans Moller, clock, watch maker. Born 1882 in England. Son of Christian Moller (clock & watch maker). The 1901 UK census shows Mark as 18 yr old Watchmaker's Assistant (working for/with his Dad?). 1911 UK census, aged 28, no longer a Watchmaker but a printer. Mark died 1937 still a printer. I am keen for any leads as to where they were working during their Clock/Watch making careers. Contact grand-son David by.
MORGAN	John	Clock, Watch makers	1775: John Morgan, clock, watchmaker. No: 4, Broad Ware now Broad Weir, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
MORGAN	Matthew	Watch maker	1775: Matthew Morgan, watchmaker. No: 18, Hillgrove Street, Stokes Croft, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
MOSS	Charles	Clock, Watch makers	1847: Charles Moss. See Gore's Directory of Liverpool. MOSS Elias & Charles. Silver smith & Watchmakers. 29 Old Haymarket. 1847: Slater's Directory Liverpool. Quill dresser & pen cutters at 13 Manchester St.
MOSS	Isaac	Watch maker,Clockmake,Jeweller	1847: Isaac Moss. See Slater's Directory Liverpool. Jeweller, Watch & Clock maker and Manufacturer of Fancy Trimmings(upholstery) 22 Church Street.
MUMMERY	T. & RB.	Watch makers	1853: T & R.B. Mummery, watchmakers. From The Examiner ( London, England ), Saturday, June 25, 1853; Issue 2369. ( Taken from The London Gazette of Tuesday, June 21.) PARTNERSHIPS DISSOLVED - T. and R. B. MUMMERY, Dover, Kent, watchmakers. See Michael Pearson's "Kent clocks and clockmakers", Mayfield Books, 1997. I have no furtehr information.
NANGLE	Nath.	Watch maker & Jeweller	1775: Nath. Nangle, jeweler & watch maker. No: 15, Broad Street, Bristol. Listed in both the Clock & Wtach Makers Index & Goldsmiths Index. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
NIGHBOUR	Joseph	Clock, Watch makers	1775: Joseph (sic) Nighbour, clock ,watch maker. No: 17, Broadmead, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
ODELL	Peter	Clockmaker	1762: Peter Odell, master clockmaker. Paid apprentice taxes on apprentices' in 1762, 1768 and 1775. see info on findmypast.com world records fro Hertfordshire. Contact Peter by .
PEARSON	James	Clock, Bell Hanging	1745: James Pearson, clock maintenance, bell hanging, merchant of shot, powder and emery (emery or corundite) is a dark granular rock used to make abrasive powder). Born 1745 in Sussex, England. James sold powder and shot to George, 3rd Earl of Egremonts living in Petworth Sussex in 1808. He billed the Earl for Powder and shot, and his occupation is listed as dealing in powder and shot, cleaning clocks, bell hanging, and "emery", 1803-1809, For more information see URL for discvovery.nationalarchives.gov.au. Contact Jon by
PENNY	George	Clock maker	1780: George Penny, maker of clocks , from Wells England, George III grandfather Clocks c1780, more information needed . Contact Mike by
PERRY	James Henry	Clock maker	1775: James Perry, clockmaker. No: 16, Limekiln Lane, now St.George’s Road,College Green, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
PERRYMAN	John	Clock, Watch makers	1791: John Perryman, clockmaker, watchmaker. Born about 1791, Ashburton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 50yrs, at Ashburton with Mary perryman 13yrs. Also listed is housekeeper Peggy Mills 41yrs and her children William Mills 9yrs; Richard Mills 5yrs; Sarah Mills 1yr. In 1851 John is 60yrs, a widower, at North Street, Ashburton. Also listed: Peggy Mills 51yrs, house servant and her children: Richard Mills 13yrs, errand boy and her daughter Sarah Mills 11yrs.
PIERCE	Thomas (Jnr)	Watch maker & Goldsmith	1775: Thomas Pierce (Jnr), goldsmith & watchmaker . No: 8, Broad Street, Bristol. Listed in both the Clock & Wtach Makers Index & Goldsmiths Index. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
PINNINGTOM	John	Watch maker	1824: John Pinnington, watchmaker. Born about 1824, Lancashire, England. John and his brother-in-law John Rimmer were employed as watchmakers. See Blacksmiths of Lancashire for John's father Robert Pinnington. Any information of either the Pinnington or Rimmer families will be appreciated. Contact John by.
PINNINGTON	Robert	Watch pinion maker,Blacksmith	1836: Robert Pinnington, blacksmith and watch pinion maker. The 1861 UK census lists him as 25yrs,living at 68 Mann Street, Toxteth Park, Lancashire; with wife Hannah 28yrs. Boarder: William Sharp 22yrs (joiner). Contact John by.
POTTER	William	Clock maker	1775: William Potter, clock maker. No: 53, Montague Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
PRIEST	William.	Clock maker	1775: William Priest, watch maker. No: 2, Bridewell Lane, now Bridewell Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
REDDALL	Robert	Clock maker	1816: Robert Reddall, clockmaker. Born about 1816, Bedfordshire, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 25yrs, unmarried, living at Eversholt, Bedfordshire with his mother Mary 60yrs; plus siblings William 40yrs (clockmaker); Ann 30yrs; Thomas 30yrs (bell hanger) . In 1851 Robert is 36yrs, 14 George Street, Woburn. Born Eversholt. Wife Hannah 30yrs born Eversholt. Children: Sarah Ann 3yrs; Elizabeth 1yr infant. Also listed is Maryann Atkins 16yrs,dressmaker and house servant Mary Ann Merret 17yrs. See 1853 Cravens Directory. See Kellys Directory, Eversholt. Mrs Mary & Sons, gunmakers, Froxfield and see also 1847-1848 Post Office Driectory, Reddal, Mrs Mary & Sons, gunmakers.
REDDALL	Thomas	Clock maker	1810: Thomas Reddall, clockmaker, bell hanger. Born about 1810-11,Bedfordshire, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 30yrs, living at Eversholt, Bedfordshire with his mother Mary 60yrs; plus siblings William 40yrs (clockmaker); Ann 30yrs; Robert 25yrs(bell hanger). The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 42yrs, unmarried, living with mother Mary 71yrs and brother William 51yrs, unmarried. House servant Mary Beal 17yrs. See Kellys Directory, Eversholt. Mrs Mary & Sons, gunmakers, Froxfield and see also 1847-1848 Post Office Driectory, Reddal, Mrs Mary & Sons, gunmakers.
REDDALL	William	Clock maker	1800: William Reddall, clockmaker. Born about 1800-1801, Bedfordshire, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 40yrs, living at Eversholt, Bedfordshire with his mother Mary Reddall, 60yrs, widow and siblings Ann 30yrs; Thomas 30yrs (bell hanger); Robert 25yrs. In 1851 William is 51yrs, unmarried. His mother Mary is 71yrs and brother Thomas 42yrs (unmarried). House servant Mary Beal 17yrs. See Kellys Directory, Eversholt. Mrs Mary & Sons, gunmakers, Froxfield and see also 1847-1848 Post Office Driectory, Reddal, Mrs Mary & Sons, gunmakers.
REED	Ben	Clock, Watch makers	1775: Ben Reed, clock ,watch maker. No: 20, Peter Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
RIMMER	John	Watch maker	1849: John Rimmer (Jnr), blacksmith, tool and watch maker. Born 1849,Prescott, Lancashire,England. Son of blacksmith John Rimmer(Snr) who had his own business based at the Provision shop Prescot, Merseyside. See Blacksmiths of Lancashire for his father-in-law Robert Pinnington & brother-in-law John Pinnington. Need help finding these ancestors. Contact John by.
RIPPON	William	Clock, Watch maker	1809: William Rippon, clock & watch maker. Born 18 April 1809, baptized 14 August 1809 in Ivestone, Lanchester, County Durham, England. William was the son of John Rippon & Hannah Short. He married Mary 1850. no children. Clock and watchmaker at 16 West Holborne, South Shields 1834-1841, 66 West Holborne 1847-1850, 83 West Holborne 1855-1864. Died June Qtr 1869. I know of 3 long case clocks, 8 day, painted dial long case, country scene in the arch, date and seconds dials, brass hands, wide mahogany case c.1850. Contact Fenella by
SAGAR	Edmund	Clock, Watch makers	1746: Edmund Sagar, clock and watchmaker. Born 1746, Askrigg, Yorkshire and died 1805 in Skipton aged 58yrs. Son of John Sagar, Clerk. Edmund married in 1769 to Jane Horsefield, then shortly after went to live at Middleham. By 1793 the family had moved to Skipton. Children: Edmund (born 1772 died 1793 in Skipton); Mathew (born 1773, died same year); James (born 1774 died 1796 in Skipton); another son (the youngest) also named Mathew (born 1778). See the story of his long case clocks in the Interesting Stories link, on the home page. See more Sagar family in Blacksmiths of Devon. Contact Caroline by
SALMON	Susannah	Watch maker	1775: Susannah Salmon, watchmaker, widow. No: 1, Bush Street, off Hillgrove Street. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
SMALL	William	Clock, Watch makers	1775: William Small, clock, watch maker. No: 7, Castle Green, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
SMITH	John	Clock, Watch makers	1803: John Smith (Jnr), clock, watch maker. Born about 1803 in Wrexham, Wales. The 1851 UK census for Wales lists John as 48yrs, living in Wrexham with wife Sarah ?58yrs. General servant Martha Edwards 28yrs, unmarried. John was son of John Smith (Snr). No other information sent. Contact Andrea by
SMITH	Joseph	Watch maker	1775: Joseph Smith, watchmaker. No: 63, Broad Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
SMITH	Wm.	Watch maker,Goldsmiths,Jeweller	1775: Wm. Smith, watchmaker, goldsmith & jeweler. No: 1, High Street, Bristol. Listed in Goldsmiths & Clock/watchmakers Indexes. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
SPENCER	Thomas	Watch maker	1833: Thomas Spencer, apprentice watchmaker. Born about 1833, Prescot, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists 18yrs, living in Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancs with his employer master watchmaker Thomas Willis (born 1811) and family. Contact Juliet by.
STUART	Henry	Watch maker,Watchcase maker	1825: Henry Stuart, watch maker. New York University Collection: 13 Hope Street, Liverpool. 1859: Slaters Directory Lancashire. Brownlow Hill.
STUART	John	Watch maker	1843: John Stuart, watch maker. Resident Liverpool. Son of Peter Stuart(Mariner). Married 12 Nov 1843 by licence to Martha William
TRAPP & STAFFORD	Unkown	Watch maker,Goldsmiths,Cutler	1775: TRAPP & STAFFORD, goldsmiths, watchmakers, cutlers. No: 17, High Street, Bristol. Listed in Goldsmiths & Clock/watchmakers & Cutlers Indexes. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
TUCKER	William	Watch maker, Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller,.	1862: William Tucker,watch maker, goldsmith, silversmith. Worked in Brsitol between 1862 - 1900 as a Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller, Watchmaker . Can anyone tell me where I might find if he ahd a 'touch mark' as a goldsmith. Contact Evelyn by
TYAS	William Thomas (Jnr)	Watch maker, Silversmith & Jeweller.	1796: WIlliam Thomas Tyas,watch maker, silversmith, jeweller. Born circa 1796 at St.Giles, Cripplegate, London. He was robbed three times(1824, 1826,1828). Was described in the Old Bailey Records as a watchmaker, jeweller and silversmith. Contact Jeremy by or Simon by or Simon by."
TYRER	Henry (2)	Clock, Watch makers	1778: Henry Tyrer (2),clock,watch maker. This is another Henry Tyer of Red Lion Square born circa 1778 also a Watchmaker and must connect to the above lot somehow but we are yet to locate his baptism to find out which watchmaker was his father. Contact Debra by.
TYRER	Henry James	Clock, Watch makers	1815: Henry James Tyer, clock,watch maker. orn 1815 London [married Jane Elizabeth DAVIES married Elizabeth MESSENGER 11 known children]. Died 1898 Yorkshire. Declared bankrupt 1849. Abode Newcastle Place Clerkenwell Close, Watchmaker. See Clock & Watchmakers Index for other Tyrer relatives. Contact Debra by.
TYRER	James Henry	Clock, Watch makers	1787: James Henry Tyer,clock,watch maker. Born 6th Jan 1787. Baptised 14th Jan 1787 at St John the Baptist Clekenwell. Wife: Louisa SILK,married 26th Mar 1812 at All Hallows, Bread Street & St. John the Evangelist. Children: Elizabeth born 1813 London [married George LAMB came to Australia]. Henry James TYRER born 1815 London (see Clock & Watchmakers Index), Caroline Louisa born 1820 London [married John Charles HAWKES b 1810 Wingham Kent Captain of the "DUNBAR" shipwreck in Australia], Louisa Maria TYRER born 1822 never married, Alfred born Sheerness Kent circa 1831. See Clock & Watchmakers Index for father Henry & grandfather Thomas. Contact Debra by.
TYRER	Richard	Watch maker	1810: Richard Tyrer, watchmaker. Born about 1810-11, Lancashire, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 30yrs, living in Hillock Street, Prescot , Lancashire (HO107/516/13/35/20). Also listed is Richard’s sister Sarah 25yrs (born Lancashire) and Sarah’s children: Frederick 7yrs, James 5yrs. (NB Sarah is Richard's sister and Fred/James her children). Contact Juliet by
TYRER	Thomas	Clock,Watch toolmaker	1799: Thomas Tyrer , clock,watch toolmaker . Botn about 1799, Prescott, Lancashire, England. The 1871 UK census lists Thomas as 72yrs, a widower/pauper, living at Whiston Union Workhouse, Prescot, Lancs (RG10/3861/164/13). Contact Juliet by.
TYRER	Thomas	Watch maker & Musical Clock Maker	1739: Thomas Tyrer, watch maker,musical clock maker. Born circa 1739 London, England. Directories London 1778 show Thomas Tyrer as a Musical Clock and watchmaker at 1 Prescott St Goodmansfields, St Mary's Whitechapel. 1782: Inventor of DUPLEX-ESCAPEMENT. Thomas Tyrer patented it in England in 1782, No 1311. Wife: Barbara unknown, married before 1771. Died: 13 Oct 1794 21 Millman Street, St Pancras, London. Burial 16 Oct 1794 Bunhill Fields, London. Children: Barbara, Mary Ann, William Ebenezer, Elizabeth, Sarah, Edward Howe, Samuel. Rigid Presbyterian. Brother or Henry Tyrer Clock & Watch maker of 2, Berkley street, Clerkenwell, London. Contact Debra by.
TYRER	Thomas Spencer	Watch maker	1833: Thomas Spencer Tyer, apprentice watchmaker. Born about 1833, Prescot, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists 18yrs, living in Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancs with his employer master watchmaker Thomas Willis (born 1811) and family. Contact Juliet by.
UNKNOWN	J.S.	Watch maker	1792: J.S. Unknown, watchmaker journeyman. Born about 1792 Wootton, Norfolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists him to be 59yrs, resident at I-Lunatic Asylum, Blofield, Thorpe Next Norwich Blofield, Norfolk. No other details listed.
WADY	William	Watchmaker, Jeweller, Toy Man	1775: William Wady, watchmaker, Jeweller & toyman. No:22, Broad Street, Bristol. Listed in both Goldsmiths & Clock/watchmakers Indexes. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
WALKER (ALKER)	John	Clock maker	1830: John Walker (Alker), clock maker. I am very interested in a longcase clock made by John Alker of Wigan, Lancashire circa 1830 ,but I am having no joy in trying to get any information at all about him,would appreciate any information you may have. If you can help with any information please contact me (name withheld) by .
WEST	James	Clock maker	1765: James West, clock maker. Would anyone know anything about James West Clockmaker of Sidbury, from His will proved 29 Aug 1765, He had wife Elizabeth and four daughters. Any more information will be gladly received. Contact Andy by
WILLIAMS	John.H.	Watch case maker	1844: John. H.Williams, watch case maker. Born about 1844, Liverpool, Lancaster, England. The 1861 UK census lists John as 17yrs, unmarried, living at 86 Peach Street, Liverpool with parents Robert (a victualler/baker) & Eliza Williams. Siblings: Robert 24yrs (cooper); Eliza 19yrs; Wilberforce 15yrs (apprentice to general merchant).
WILLIS	Anthony	Watch maker	1836: Anthony Willis, apprentice watchmaker. Born about 1836, Prescot, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists 15yrs, living in Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancs (HO107/2194/401/56). See Watch Makers Index for parents Thomas & Margery & 5 siblings. Contact Juliet by.
WILLIS	Richard Tyrer	Watch maker	1836: Richard Tyrer Willis, watchmaker. Born about 1836, Prescot, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists 15yrs, living in Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancs with his family. See Clock & Watch makers Index for parents Thomas and Marjery Willis plus siblings. Contact Juliet by.
WILLIS	Thomas	Clock, Watch makers	1810: Thomas Willis, master watchmaker, employs 2 apprentices. Born about 1810-11, Prescot, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists 40yrs, living in Houghton Street, Prescot, Lancs (HO107/2194/401/56); with wife Margery 45yrs (born Prescot). Children: Anthony Willis 15yrs (see Watch makers Index), Richard Tyrer Willis 15yrs (watchmaker); Thomas Willis 13yrs, William Willis 11yrs, Margaret Willis 7yrs, Sarah Willis 5yrs, Charles Willis 2yrs. Apprentice Watch Maker: Thomas Spencer 18yrs. Contact Juliet by.
WOOD	Joseph	Watch maker	1775: Joseph Wood, watch maker. No: 33, St. Augustine’s Back now St. Augustine’s Parade, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
WORGAN	Robert	Clock, Watch makers	1775: Matthew Worgan, clock,watch maker. No: 61, Wine Street, Bristol. Taken from a list of metal workers in the 1775 Bristol Directory, published by the Temple Local History Society. I have no other information.
WRIGHT	John	Watchmaker,Finisher,Victualler	1800: John Wright, watchmaker, finisher and victualler. Born 1800-1801 in Liverpool, Lancashire, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Dean Street, Bangor, Wales with wife Margaret 35yrs (born Scotland). Children: Margaret 10yrs; Christianna 10yrs; Elizabeth 9yrs, George 7yrs; Jane 5yrs and Susanna 3yrs. In 1851 John is 51yrs , Margaret 50yrs, living in Erw Fair Terrace, Bangor. Children: Margaret ?Luke 24yrs; George ?Luke 16yrs; Jane Ellen Luke 14yrs; Susanna?Luke 12yrs. Not sure why the surname Luke has appeared. The 1861 census lists John as 61yrs (now a victualler as well), Margaret 59yrs. Children: Margaret 37yrs; Jane 24yrs. Grandson George Hughes 4yrs. Servant: Lavina Burns 13yrs. Lodgers: Edward Rumsey Williams, 59yrs, widower, solicitor and Henry Rumsey Williams 29yrs, unmarried, engineer. Contact Josh by
WRIGHT	Robert	Clock maker,Whitesmith	1750: Robert Wright of Oundle, clockmaker, whitesmith Northants. Clock movement early to mid 18th century. Robert Wright lived and worked in the small Northamptonshire town of Oundle. He was a Whitesmith by trade and used those skills to design and make Long Face Clocks. See Interesting Stories link on the Home page for images of his long case clocks. Contact Brian by