Marine Clocks and Barometers at Fisheries Supply
Fisheries Supply offers a broad selection of marine clocks and barometers from established marine brands. Our inventory includes traditional brass boat clocks with and without ship’s bells, marine barometers, and integrated weather stations designed to provide essential timekeeping and weather information aboard.
Options range from nautical wall clocks to porthole-style clock and barometer combinations, suitable for recreational boaters, restorers, and professional installers seeking reliable marine instruments.
What to Know
- Marine clocks and barometers provide essential time and weather monitoring onboard.
- Barometric pressure trends help indicate approaching weather changes.
- Traditional designs include ship’s bell clocks, chronometers, and matching instrument sets.
Understanding Marine Clocks and Barometers
Barometers measure atmospheric pressure and are commonly used to anticipate weather changes while underway or at anchor. A falling barometer typically signals an approaching low-pressure system associated with stormy or rainy conditions, while a rising barometer suggests a high-pressure system and more settled weather.
Common marine instruments include barometers, chronometers, navigator clocks, and ship’s bell clocks. Ship’s bell clocks remain one of the most traditional timekeeping instruments found aboard vessels.
Types of Ship’s Clocks and Barometers
Marine Clocks
- Boat Clocks: Designed for marine environments, boat clocks provide reliable timekeeping at sea.
- Weems & Plath Clocks: Recognized for precision and durability, these clocks are widely used by sailors.
- Porthole Clocks: Styled to resemble a ship’s porthole, these clocks offer a classic nautical appearance.
Marine Barometers
- Marine Barometers: Used to measure atmospheric pressure, these instruments support onboard weather forecasting.
- Barometer Clocks: Combination units that integrate a clock and barometer into a single instrument.
- Chelsea Barometers: Known for traditional craftsmanship and long-standing marine use.
Clock and Barometer Sets
Clock and barometer sets provide a coordinated appearance and are commonly mounted on wood bases or mahogany wall plaques. These sets typically pair a ship’s clock with a matching ship’s barometer.
Why Choose Fisheries Supply?
- Top Brands: Products from recognized manufacturers including Chelsea Clock and Weems & Plath.
- Quality Materials: Marine clocks and barometers constructed from durable, marine-appropriate materials.
- Expert Support: Knowledgeable representatives available to assist with product selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of marine clocks and barometers does Fisheries Supply sell?
Fisheries Supply carries precision brass clocks, including 24-hour, quartz, and mechanical models, ship’s bell clocks, tide and time indicators, and aneroid barometers from brands such as Chelsea, Weems & Plath, and Davis Instruments.
How accurate are Chelsea ship’s bell clocks?
Chelsea ship’s bell clocks are mechanically regulated and are known for accuracy within approximately plus or minus one minute per week when fully wound.
Do barometer readings change with boat motion or temperature?
Boat motion and temperature can slightly affect aneroid barometer readings. For best accuracy, barometers should be installed away from engine heat and direct sunlight and allowed to stabilize with ambient temperature.
What materials are used for nautical instruments to prevent corrosion?
Since these instruments are used in salt-air environments, they are typically constructed from high-quality materials such as solid forged brass, chromed brass, or carbon fiber. Many brass models feature a lacquered finish to maintain their shine, while brands like Weems & Plath offer series specifically designed for durability in harsh marine conditions.
Are there mounting options for displaying clocks and barometers on a desk or mantle?
Yes, besides wall-mounted options, Fisheries Supply provides various display bases. These include handcrafted solid wood bases (such as American mahogany) and contemporary double-mount bases designed to showcase a matching clock and barometer set on a flat surface like a cabin desk or a home mantle.
What is the difference between a quartz and a mechanical ship’s bell clock?
Quartz marine clocks are battery-powered and highly accurate with minimal maintenance required. Mechanical ship’s bell clocks, such as those from the Chelsea Ship's Bell series, feature precision hand-wound movements and traditional forged brass cases, valued by mariners as both functional instruments and heirloom-quality works of art.