Examples of the Westclox Baby Ben Style 2 Old Rose Crackle Non Luminous Alarm Clock:
Movement Date: 10 25 28. "De Luxe" or not: Yes; Back Type: Dates; Movement Type: No holes for alarm switch; Base: 1 A; Base Cavity Number: Dot; Base Bottom Color: Gold; RD 1927: Yes; Cast Base Metal Condition: Cracks Throughout; Number of Base Corners Gone: 2.
Movement Date: 4 30. "De Luxe" or not: Yes; Movement Type: Has Holes for alarm switch; Base: 3 A; Base Cavity Number: Small Dot Large Dot; Base Bottom Color: Gold; RD 1927: Yes; Cast Base Metal Condition: Good; Number of Base Corners Gone: 0.
Documents Showing the Westclox Baby Ben Style 2 Old Rose Crackle Non Luminous Alarm Clock:
Document Date: 1928 Document Title: 1928 Westclox Color Pages, Frankfurth Hardware Co. -> 1458C Photo Match: Exact Color Photo Introduction: Baby Ben De Luxe Color Assortment. BABY Ben De Luxe, the smallest and daintiest Westclox alarm, now combines this new color charm with dependable timekeeping. There are three Baby Ben Le Luxe in the assortment—all distinctive—every one created by designers who thoroughly understand perfect harmony and artistry. The colors are all popular—old rose, blue and green. A network of fine gold lines gives a two-tone effect and lends a very delicate and pleasing shade. The special display stand below is included with each assortment. Prices are the same as the regular nickel models.
Document Date: October 1928 Document Title: 1928-10-PR. October 1928 Pictorial Review, Photo Match: Exact Color Photo Model Description: Westclox. More Beautiful than ever. Beauty, enlivened with flower-like hues. Color tones to match every desire and to harmonize with the color themes of every room in every home. Westclox of today! Accurate, dependable alarms for an active, colorful age. Big Ben De Luxe and Baby Ben De Luxe, world famous for trustworthiness, are more desirable than ever in their exquisite colors. And there is Tiny Tim, a new member of the Westclox family–a handy little timekeeper, without alarm, for home, office or travel. These models in old rose, green or blue–at the same price as nickel finish. They're the very last word in clock making. Sold everywhere by jewelers, druggists, hardware and department stores. Prices slightly higher in Canada. WESTERN CLOCK COMPANY, La Salle, Illinois, U.S.A. Factory: Peru, Illinois. In Canada: Western Clock Company, Limited, Peterborough, Ont. Baby Ben De Luxe, $3.75 Retail: $3.75 USD
Document Date: February 1929 Document Title: Aisenstein-Woronock & Sons, Inc Photo Match: Black and white drawing Model Description: Baby Ben Le Luxe Colored Alarm Clock. Rose, Green or Blue Crackle Finish. 3rd Party Stock Number: 2C-1132 Retail: $5.50 USD
Document Date: May 4, 1929 Document Title: 1929-5-4-p1-SP. May 4, 1929 Saturday Evening Post, p. 1 Photo Match: Exact Color Photo Model Description: Preferred . . . The law of compensation cannot be evaded. It invariably demands that final decisions be fair and impartial . . . awarding enduring success or undying fame only to those who are deserving. The outstanding popularity of Westclox so definitely displayed in the preferences of millions the world over . . . is the rightful reward of conscientious effort, exacting skill in manufacture and dependable values. Allied with timekeeping accuracy is a great variety of Westclox . . . in size and design that conform perfectly with your particular preference . . .standard or the new deluxe models that are built on a gracefully fashioned base . . . in the finish that you prefer. Your choice of lustrous nickel or beautiful shades that harmonize with the color scheme of any room . . . steady or intermittent alarm . . . plain dial . . . or luminous dial that can be seen in the dark. For those who prefer a convenient little timepiece without alarm . . . Tiny Tim. Pocket Ben, the Westclox watch, occupies a prominent place on the preferred list of men and boys who carry a timekeeper that combines good looks with reliability and real economy. Dealers everywhere prefer to sell Westclox . . . they know they are selling satisfaction . . . trustworthy timekeeping service. And you can buy a Westclox at the price you prefer, anywhere from $1.50 to $5.00. Prices slightly higher in Canada. WESTERN CLOCK COMPANY, La Salle, Illinois, U.S.A. Factory: Peru, Illinois. Western Clock Company, Limited, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Westclox in color, Old Rose, Green or Blue, are priced exactly the same as nickel. Baby Ben $3.75. Retail: $3.75 USD
Document Date: Spring-Summer 1930 Document Title: Montgomery Ward Spring & Summer 1930 Catalog Photo Match: Photocopy Model Description: FAMOUS WESTCLOX. Baby Ben. Steady or repeat alarm with shutoff on top. Dial 2 3/8 inches diameter. We Pay Postage. DeLuxe Model with Base. In colors or nickel plate. Height 3 1/8 inches. Gold Color dial. Plain Figures and Hands. Pink. 3rd Party Stock Number: 46 F 1055 Retail: $3.75 USD
Document Date: 1930 Document Title: 1930 Westclox Color Brochure; Western Clock Company; La Salle; Illinois; USA -> 1930s-colors-3 Photo Match: Different dial color Model Description: BABY BEN–Base Model A miniature of Big Ben . . . ideal for dresser or travel. 3 1/8 inches high. 32-hour movement. Gentle alarm, either steady or intermittent. Built on artistic base. Stands firm and solid. Felt cushioned underneath. Westclox Sales Number: 343 Wholesale: $2.43 USD
Document Date: 1930 Document Title: 1930 Westclox Color Catalog Pages, Helena Hardware Co. -> 348 Photo Match: Color Group photo with this model partly hidden Model Description: BABY BEN. De Luxe Model. 3 1/8 inches high, 32-hour movement with unusually light tick. Gentle Alarm, either steady or intermittent. Stands firm and solid–felt cushioned underneath. Made in old rose, blue and green. Plain and luminous, both in gold dial. Westclox Sales Number: 343 Retail: $3.75 USD
