Smiths Clocks (England) clock

The history of Smiths Clocks (England) can be traced back to

1851, when Samuel Smith founded a jewellery shop in Clerkenwell, London. The

company grew rapidly over the next few decades, and by the early 1900s it was a

major supplier of timepieces, diamonds, and automotive instrumentation.

During World War I, Smiths Clocks made a significant

contribution to the war effort. The company manufactured precision timekeeping

instruments, including aircraft clocks and marine chronometers, which were

vital for military operations.

In 1931, Smiths entered the domestic clock market. They

formed a new company, Smiths English Clocks Ltd, and began producing a range of

synchronous electric clocks. These clocks were well-received by the public, and

Smiths soon became one of the leading clockmakers in the UK.

In the years that followed, Smiths continued to expand its

range of clocks. They introduced a number of innovative new designs, including

the more... "Mystery Clock" and the "Synfinity". They also acquired

a number of other clockmakers, including English Clock and Watch Manufacturers

Ltd (1932) and Enfield Clock Company (1934).

After World War II, Smiths Clocks continued to thrive and

expanded its operations further. The company ventured into other industries,

including automotive, aviation, and telecommunications, diversifying its

product range beyond clocks and watches and was renamed Smiths Industries and

then in 2000 the name was again changed, this time to Smiths Group plc

recognising the diverse operations of the company.