http://bellclocks.com Retailer of Fine Ship's Bell Clocks, Marine Clocks, Weather Instruments, and related accessories en-us Windward Instruments FeedEdit http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksbarometers.html Visit bellclocks.com to order the Ocean Clocks barometers for only $333.00 for a limited time. These high quality barometers feature Barigo German aneroid movements, and match the popular Ocean Clocks tide time clocks in styling and design. 4.5" case and heavy lacquered brass porthole case. Full 5 year warranty. Visit www.bellclocks.com to order. Mon, 23 Jun 2008 02:30:00 GMT http://bellclocks.com/jdc-xplorer-4.html Shop BellClocks.com for Dad's weather and electronic toys this year! BellClocks is featuring the JDC Xplorer 4 Handheld Anemometer, wind speed and maximum wind speed, temperature, windchill factor, digital compass, altitude, barometric air pressure, 48-hr history of pressure, 48-hr history of altitude. It's electronic, under $150, and best of all it's easy to use so Dad won't have to "ask directions"! Visit BellClocks.com today to order. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:09:38 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmaritime24.html Ocean Clocks Maritime 24, 24 Hour Clock is one of the last true 24 hour clocks available today. Hand Assembled, and excellent for use as a UTC Clock, GMT Clock, or as a gift. The perfect addition to any nautical room. This unique 24 hour clock incorporates full color signal flags on a 24 hour dial. The enlarged and circled Arabic numerals, and “diamond” register indicators, denote traditional “Relieve the Watch” every 4 hours at 00, 04, 08, 12, 16, and 20. The “Maritime 24” 24 hour clock features casework of uncommon quality, and is available in a selection of traditional heavy, highly polished and lacquered brass cases. A chrome plated brass case is also available. All cases utilize traditional marine fittings, with machined back. Visit BellClocks.com to order. Sat, 31 May 2008 03:23:20 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmaritime24.html BellClocks.com is featuring 24 Hour Clocks by Ocean Clocks. The Maritime 24 clock models are the last major brand of 24 hour clocks readily available in the U.S., since Chelsea Clock discontinued all 24 hour clocks. The unique Ocean Clocks Dial design has made the Maritime 24 models very popular. Accurate quartz 24 hour movement, and available in brass and chrome case, the Maritime 24 makes a great gift or addition to any room or vessel. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:29:05 GMT http://bellclocks.com/jdc-skywatch-main.html Shop BellClocks.com for your Christmas gift needs - including digital weather instruments! BellClocks features JDC Electronic Weather Instruments. These high quailty Swiss made weather instruments include features found in instruments costing hundreds of dollars - at very affordable prices. Starting at around $50.00 - JDC delivers handheld digital thermometer, hygrometer, barometer, and anemometer (wind speed) functions, depending upon the model. Digital compass is another feature available from JDC. Don't over pay - give JDC a look before purchasing - you won't be sorry! Visit BellClocks.com today to order. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 11:38:55 GMT http://bellclocks.com Buy your Maximum Weather gifts at BellClocks.com, at our Holiday Sale! Featuring the full line of Maximum Air Pressure, Humidity, and Temperature instruments, Maximum Clocks, Digital, and Wireless Weather stations and instruments at the lowest prices of the year. Low flat rate shipping, and immediate availability - BellClocks.com is your best choice for Maximum Weather this year. A perfect Christmas Gift - for someone special, or yourself! Shop BellClocks.com today to order! Sat, 24 Nov 2007 00:14:21 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum-wireless.html Wireless instruments are very popular gifts this year, and BellClocks.com has them. Sale prices on Maximum Wireless Weather Instruments - including the Maestro and Merlin wireless anemometer (wind speed and direction), Mystic Barometer Thermometer, and Mini Max Thermometer. Wireless Instruments are available individually, or in a package as a wireless weather station - all are on sale now. Visit BellClocks.com to order. Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:40:52 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximummontaukwired.html Our Best Selling Wired Weather Station, The Montauk Wired Station by Maximum, and now is the perfect time to buy for Christmas, or for yourself. Montauk Station is on sale now as part of our 2007 Holiday Sale. This high quality 3 instrument wired weather station includes the Maestro Anemometer (wind speed and direction), Predictor barometer, and Mini-Max thermometer. All instruments include the hardware needed to mount, and use (outdoor sensors, cables, etc.). Visit www.bellclocks.com today for the best price of the season! Sun, 18 Nov 2007 11:43:02 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-thermometer-tab77.html The Lufft TAB77 Thermometer is a high quality Brass Thermometer featuring a quality German movement, low price, and free U S shipping - at BellClocks.com. The Lufft TAB 77 is an accurate thermometer, Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature indicator, indicates the temperature in a range of -20 to 120° Fahrenheit, and -30 to 50° Celsius. The TAB-77 Thermometer is accurate to ±2°F utilizing the Lufft bimetallic thermometer movement. Bimetallic springs transmit changes in temperature through expansion and contraction. A great Christmas gift - in stock now, and ready to ship. Visit www.bellclocks.com today to order! Sun, 18 Nov 2007 11:39:13 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html BellClocks.com is featuring the most unique Christmas gift you will give this year - Local Tide Time Clocks from Ocean Clocks. These tide time clocks display high tide, and tide time differences between points in a specific coastal regions. Models are available for every E Coast U.S. state, and Puget Sound, WA. Hand assembled, and available in a selection of dial sizes in a brass or chrome case. Ocean Clocks localized design focuses on displaying the high tide, low tide relationships in a local area. Much like a local tide chart, or tide table, Ocean Clocks tide and time clocks display this information graphically - by displaying the relative tide at points along a specific coastal region. These are selling out quickly - visit BellClocks.com today to order. Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:31:34 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximummontaukwired.html The 3 instrument Montauk Weather Station by Maximum Weather Instruments makes a great Christmas gift, and is on sale at BellClocks.com - part of our Holiday Sale event. The Maximum Montauk includes the Maximum "Maestro" Anemometer (wind speed and direction), "Mini-Max" Thermometer, and "Predictor" Aneroid Barometer. All instruments are available in brass, chrome or nickel cases and with aluminum or black dial. The station includes your choice of oak or mahogany mounting plaque. The Maximum Montauk is also available as a wireless weather station for those not desiring wires. Visit www.bellclocks.com today to order. Mon, 12 Nov 2007 11:57:30 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html BellClocks.com is featuring Ocean Clocks unique tide and time clocks and 24 hour clocks at special sale pricing. Ocean Clocks tide time clocks are localized, displaying high tide times between points and ports of specific coastal regions. Featuring a nautical chart background of each specific area, models are available for every East Coast U S State, and the Puget Sound. Once set, these tide clocks can act as a tide chart of your local area. Hand assembled, and available in heavy brass or chrome in several dial sizes. Makes a wonderful Christmas gift. Visit http://bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order yours today. Thu, 08 Nov 2007 20:00:25 GMT http://bellclocks.com/tidemaster.html Shop BellClocks.com for sale pricing on Tidemaster UK Moonphase, and Pilotage Watches. BellClocks.com is the exclusive U S Distributor of these unique watches. Tidemaster UK Moonphase features a solid Stainless Steel case, with true 30 day moonphase, and tide bezel to indicate high and low tides at port of your choice. Tidemaster UK Tacticel is a pilotage Chronograph, featuring analog time, with digital time and pilotage functions such as waypoint and countdown, in a small window at the 6 o'clock position. Tacticel also includes a tide bezel for tracking tides at the port of choice. Tacticel comes packaged in a resin case. Both Tidemaster Moonphase, and Tidemaster Tacticel offer white or royal blue dial, and a large selection of strap/bracelet. Tidemaster UK watches make a very unique gift idea. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Thu, 04 Oct 2007 11:54:30 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20merlin%20wireless.html BellClocks.com is featuring the Maximum Merlin Digital Wind Speed and Direction Instrument (anemometer) at special pricing for a limited time. Merlin displays digital wind speed with wind direction, present windspeed, peak windspeed, average windspeed, and wind forecast. The only instrument in this class to measure wind speed to 255 MPH - Merlin is perfect for coastal areas and areas prone to high wind. Visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:21:32 GMT http://bellclocks.com/binoculars.html BellClocks.com welcomes Brunton Binoculars as an addition to our product lines. BellClocks.com is currently featuring the Brunton Echo Compact binoculars, Brunton Echo Midsize binoculars, and Brunton Echo Full sized binouclars at sale pricing. Starting at around $100, with Free U S shipping, these Brunton optics won't last long. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Thu, 20 Sep 2007 11:12:45 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea%20clock%20constitution.html BellClocks.com is featuring the Constitution Clock by Chelsea Clock at special pricing, and free shipping to U S locations. The sale pricing includes the Nickel Chelsea Constitution Clock, and the traditional Brass Chelsea Constitution Clock. The Chelsea Constitution is a popular gift clock for weddings, retirements, and graduations - one of our best sellers. The entire clock case and base are carved from one piece of solid brass, then highly polished and lacquered. The nickel Constitution Clock is also brass, with a flawless heavy nickel plating. Accurate Quartz movement, and 2 year warranty. Visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492. Thu, 20 Sep 2007 11:07:03 GMT http://bellclocks.com/12_24_hour_clock.html BellClocks.com offers great selection and service on a variety of 24 hour and 12/24 hour clocks. Featuring Chelsea Timemaster - the authentic Navy clock, in both 12 and 24 hour dials, available in brass or phenolic (black) cases, these tough marine clocks are the original Navy clocks. Visit BellClocks.com today to order. Tue, 04 Sep 2007 11:16:00 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20merlin%20wireless.html BellClocks.com is featuring the Maximum Merlin Wireless wind speed and direction instrument at special pricing during our summer sale. The Maximum Merlin is available in light or black dial, and in your choice of brass, chrome, or nickel case. This wireless version of Maximums' popular Merlin instrument operates at a powerful 900mhz which allows for up to 300' transmission distance between sensor and read-out, in typical residential installations. When wind conditions change, Merlin receives updates every 2 seconds. The wireless rooftop transmitter operates on solar power and has a built-in rechargeable NiCad battery backup for up to 7 days of operation without sunlight. Wind Speed: 0-255 MPH with a guaranteed accuracy of ±2% Full Scale & Mid Scale Wind Direction (Indicator) 16 Compass Points with a guaranteed accuracy of Zero Error (Digital Display System) Wind Direction (Sensor) has a guaranteed accuracy of ±11.25 Degrees Visit bellclocks.com today to order. Sun, 02 Sep 2007 11:23:33 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-shipstrike-quartz-clock.html The Shipstrike Quartz Ship's Bell Clock by Chelsea Clock Co is on sale at BellClocks.com for only $395.00 with free U S shipping. The Chelsea Shipstrike Quartz Clock use the finest German quartz striking movement available. The Chelsea shipstrike dial is aluminum. The clock strikes the traditional ship's bells - one bell for each half hour on a four hour watch at sea. After eight bells, at four, eight and twelve o'clock, the sequence repeats itself beginning with one bell. Heavy forged brass traditional case, makes a perfect gift. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:57:49 GMT http://bellclocks.com Save up to 40% on a variety of clocks, weather instruments, watches and more at the BellClocks.com Summer Sale. Quartz Clocks, Mechanical Clocks, Ship's Bell Clocks, 24 Hour Clocks and Navy Clocks and clock barometer gift sets by Chelsea Clock Company are on sale. Most available in brass or nickel plated models. Localized Tide Time Clocks and 24 Hour Clocks by Ocean Clocks are on sale. Available for every East Coast U S State, and available in brass, brass porthole, or heavy chrome plate cases. Abbeon instruments by Lufft including hygrometers (hydrometers), thermometer hygrometers, and thermometers are on sale. Visit bellclocks.com to shop our selection, then order securely online, or call 800-210-0492. Sat, 25 Aug 2007 11:24:19 GMT http://bellclocks.com/tidemastermoonphase.html The Tidemaster UK Moonphase watch is on sale at BellClocks.com, the exclusive U S Distributor of these unique watches. Tidemaster Moonphase features an accurate quartz movement, and colorful true 30 day moonphase display. Combined with the unique tidal bezel, you can determine the time, moonphase, and tidal state at your selected point with on look at the watch. Other features include a Stainless Steel Case, black or white dial models, and a large variety of straps to choose from. This unique watch makes a perfect gift. Visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 25 Aug 2007 11:13:58 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20maestro%20wireless.html BellClocks.com has reduced the price all Maximum Wireless Maestro Anemometers (wireless wind speed and direction instrument) to our lowest price of the year. Featuring flawless operation, product details follow. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Product Details: features Wind speed, wind direction and highest gust are displayed across a 0 - 100 MPH (and 0 - 160 km/h) scale. This wireless version of Maximums' popular Maestro instrument operates at a powerful 900mhz which allows for up to 300' transmission distance between sensor and read-out, in typical residential installations. When wind conditions change, Maestro receives updates every 2 seconds. The wireless rooftop transmitter operates on solar power and has a built-in rechargeable NiCad battery backup for up to 7 days of operation without sunlight. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:55:47 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com is now accepts Google Checkout as a payment option. Google Checkout is now fully integrated at BellClocks.com, and my be used to purchase any item in the store. BellClocks.com received a number of requests from customers for G Checkout as a payment method, and has responded to those requests. If you are a Google Checkout customer looking for the best service and prices on ship's bell clocks, navy clocks, and boating accessories, visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:55:13 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-radio-room-clock.html Now available at BellClocks.com for $224.00, and free U S shipping. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. The Chelsea Military Radio Room Clock has a silent, high precision quartz movement specified by the U.S. Military because it meets standards for vibration, temperature and humidity extremes. The dial is arranged with the conventional 12 hour numerals, plus a secondary row of smaller hour numerals from 13 to 00, so that direct reading of Greenwich Mean Time is clearly and easily obtained for logging as required. Marked in accordance with SOLAS. Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:27:02 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com is now accepts Google Checkout as a payment option. Google Checkout is now fully integrated at BellClocks.com, and my be used to purchase any item in the store. BellClocks.com received a number of requests from customers for G Checkout as a payment method, and has responded to those requests. If you are a Google Checkout customer looking for the best service and prices on ship's bell clocks, navy clocks, and boating accessories, visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492. Tue, 24 Jul 2007 12:11:09 GMT http://bellclocks.com/ddbarometerao53.html Our top selling combination tendency barometer with thermometer, hygrometer and stormglass is on sale at BellClocks.com. The A53 by D&D Barometer in Belgium features the "Eco Celli" mercury free tendency barometer - a Torricelli type barometer which remains a favorite of many weather watchers. Featuring a high quality mahogany stained woodent cabinet of uncommon quality, and curved glass front, the A53 Tendency Barometer is a perfect gift - or for use in schools or other environments where mercury free instruments are required. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:33:38 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-timemaster-quartz.html Chelsea Clock Quartz Timemaster Military clocks are on sale now at BellClocks.com, and all orders include free U S shipping. Commonly referred to as Chelsea Navy Clocks, Timemaster clocks meet military specifications (MILSPEC) for use in the harsh shipboard environment. These commercial marine clocks are the authentic ship's clocks used onboard U S Navy ships since before WWII. Available in phenolic (black - often referred to as bakelite) or forged brass cases, and in 6 or 8.5 inch dials, Chelsea Timemaster Quartz are guaranteed accurate to +/- 1 minute per year. 12 and 24 hour clock models available. Visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. About Chelsea Timemaster Clocks: Timemaster Series of Commercial Marine Clocks (non-striking) Meets or exceeds U.S. Navy specifications according to MIL SPEC 1194C & 1194D All quartz and mechanical clocks have passed U.S. Navy tests for accuracy, shock , vibration, exposure to salt spray, humidity and temperature extremes. All clock faces are specially designed to be easily read at a distance. All clocks have a sweep second hand for precise timing. Radio Room has double hour hand so that direct reading of Greenwich Meantime (UTC) as well as local zone time is easily obtained for logging. Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:27:04 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-shipstrike-clock.html Chelsea Shipstrike Ship's Bell Clocks are on sale at BellClocks.com. Quartz Shipstrike Ship's Bell movement (Shipstrike Quartz) start at only $395.00 with free U S shipping. Shipstrike mechanical wind up Ship's Bell movement (4.5") start at only $429.00, also with free U S shipping. All Chelsea Shipstrike feature a high quality German clock movement. Matching Chelsea Shipstrike Barometers are also available. A great gift, and lower cost alternative to the Chelsea Ship's Bell Clocks. Visit bellclocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. About the Chelsea Shipstrike: Chelsea Shipstrike Clocks and Barometers Chelsea Shipstrike Clocks and Barometers are a lower cost, yet high quality alternative to the Ship's Bell models. Chelsea Shipstrike Clocks use the same solid forged brass cases found in the Ship's Bell models. The difference is in the movement. The Chelsea Shipstrike Clock contains a fine German windup mechanical movement which strikes the ship's bells each hour and half hour. These movements are "retro fitted" by Chelsea prior to use. The striking mechanism is a coil gong mounted inside the back of the case. The Shipstrike barometer uses a precision single bellows aneroid barometric pressure mechanism. Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:21:02 GMT http://bellclocks.com/ddbarometerao53.html The Combination Tendency Barometer is on sale at BellClocks.com, with Free Shipping to U S locations. The A53 is the top of the line, a combination tendency barometer with thermometer, hygrometer and stormglass all in one unit. Top of the line cabnetry, this impressive mercury free combination tendency barometer is 20" high, and 7" wide - a perfect presentation gift. Visit BellClocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 14 Jul 2007 17:01:39 GMT http://bellclocks.com/ddbarometerao54.html The Ross Expedition Tendency Barometer is on sale at BellClocks.com, with Free Shipping to U S locations. This special instrument is a mercury free tendency baromter, a tribute to the famous Artic and Antarctic explorer James Clark Ross (1800 -1862) discoverer of the magnetic North Pole. His ship, the Erebus, is pictured at the top of the instrument and a map of the Antarctic is pictured on the barometer dial. Visit BellClocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:58:45 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximuminstruments.html Maximum Weather Instruments are on sale at BellClocks.com, part of our Summer Sale Event. Special pricing includes some best selling instruments, like the Predictor Barometer, Comfortminder hygrometer thermometer, and Mini Max Thermometer. Maximum clocks are also on sale, including tide, quartz, and the popular ship's bell models. The most impressive savings is on Maximum Weather Stations, wired and wireless - including the 2 instrument Portland, and best selling Montauk weather stations. Visit BellClocks today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Fri, 13 Jul 2007 11:43:28 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximuminstruments.html Maximum Weather Instruments are on sale at BellClocks.com. The sale includes Air Pressure, Temperature, Humidity, and Wind Direction weather instruments. Ship's Bell Clocks, and professional grade wireless Weather Stations, and wired weather stations are also included. Individual instrument Models include the Maximum Predictor and Proteus Barometers, Mini Max and Criterion Thermometers, and Maximum Maestro, Merlin, and Summit wind instruments. Lowest prices of the year, with flat rate or free shipping with every order. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Tue, 10 Jul 2007 13:08:44 GMT http://bellclocks.com/bn29apachemilitarybinocular7x28.html Apache 7x28 Military Binoculars are on sale at BellClocks.com, with special pricing and free ground shipping. Apache BN29 binoculars are the civilian version of the M24 binoculars, compact field binoculars in wide use by the U S Army. The Apache features a compact binocular size (will fit in a shirt pocket), and the M22 reticle in the left lens (for range finding). 7x28 Apache Binoculars are built to the same tough standards as the government M24 model, and have the same individual eye focus, and waterproof properties as the M24. Visit bellclocks.com or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Fri, 06 Jul 2007 17:21:32 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-shipstrike-clock.html Chelsea Shipstrike (ship's bell) clocks are on sale at BellClocks.com, with free standard shipping. Shipstrike barometers which match the clocks in design are also on sale. PRICING STARTS AT ONLY $395.00... Chelsea Shipstrike Clocks and barometers are a lower cost, yet high quality alternative to the Ship's Bell models. Chelsea Shipstrike Clocks use the same solid forged brass cases found in the Ship's Bell models. The difference is in the movement. The Chelsea Shipstrike Clock contains a fine German windup mechanical movement which strikes the ship's bells each hour and half hour. These movements are "retro fitted" by Chelsea prior to use. The striking mechanism is a coil gong mounted inside the back of the case. The Shipstrike barometer uses a precision single bellows aneroid barometric pressure mechanism Visit BellClocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Tue, 03 Jul 2007 11:31:41 GMT http://bellclocks.com Save up to 40% at the BellClocks.com Summer Sale, with special pricing on our best selling products. Many featured products include free shipping to the continental U.S. Lufft high quality German Instruments are included in the sale, featuring Lufft Hygrometers, Barometers, Thermometers, and Hygro Thermos. Abbeon certified instruments by Lufft including the HTAB 169, and best selling HTAB 176 Hygrometer Thermometer are also on sale. Chelsea Clock products have our lowest prices of the year, including the Chelsea Ship's Bell Clock and Shipstrike Clock models. Chelsea Navy Clocks (Timemaster) are included - with free shipping on ALL Chelsea Clocks. Every model of our best selling Ocean Clocks Tide Clocks, and Maritime 24 Hour Clocks are also marked down to the lowest prices of the year. Free shipping on all Ocean Clocks instruments. Don't miss the chance to own your favorite products at the lowest prices - visit BellClocks.com or call 800-210-0492 today. Sun, 01 Jul 2007 20:24:21 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea.html All Chelsea Clocks are sale priced at BellClocks.com, during the BellClocks Summer Sale. Chelsea Ship's Bell Clocks, Chelsea Shipstrike Clocks, and Chelsea Navy Clocks and barometers are all sale priced, and include free shipping in continental U.S. The popular Chelsea Radio Room and 24 Hour Clocks are also featured. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 30 Jun 2007 22:50:30 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocks.html Ocean Clocks Tide Time clocks are on sale at BellClocks.com. These unique clocks display high tide, and tidal state at local ports. Models are available for every East Coast U S state, as well as the Puget Sound, WA. Models are also available for Canada East Coast. Each of these tide clocks is hand assembled using heavy brass or chrome plated case, and is available in several dial sizes. A high degree of personalization is available directly on the tide clock dial. Examples include names, dates, sailing club penants, even pictures. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order, or for more information. Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:31:51 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-instruments.html Shop a variety of Lufft barometers, hygrometers, thermometers, and gang instruments such as hygrometer thermometers, at BellClocks.com. BellClocks is an authorized dealer, offering the best service, and free shipping on most Lufft instruments. Visit bellclocks.com to shop, then order online, or call 800-210-0492 for assistance. About Lufft: Lufft has produced fine meteorological instruments for over 100 years. Instruments include Hygrometers for measuring humidity and relative humidity, Thermometers for temperature measurement, and Barometers for atmospheric pressure measurement. Thermo Barographs are also available, as well as test and scientific instruments which indicate absolute pressure, differential pressure, and a variety of other metrics. Lufft offers instruments certified by Abbeon Cal Inc. with certification under ISO 9001 controlled conditions to NIST standards. Many Lufft hygrometers and humidity instruments feature the Lufft Durotherm element - a synthetic hygroscopic fiber that expands and contracts in response to the moisture in the air. Accuracy for these instruments are ±3% relative humidity unless otherwise specified. Many Lufft thermometers feature a bimetallic movement - actuated by bimetallic springs which transmit changes in temperature through expansion and contraction. Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:03:10 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-radio-room-clock.html The Chelsea Radio Room Clock is on sale at BellClocks.com. These are a perfect gift for military or retired military, or for ham radio operators. A true navy clock, the Chelsea Timemaster Military Radio Room Clock is available in phenolic or brass case, and in quartz clock, or wind up mechanical clock movement. Matching Timemaster barometers are also available. Our sale pricing include free ground shipping to the continental U S. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Tue, 19 Jun 2007 12:09:08 GMT http://bellclocks.com/abbeon-lufft-certified.html All abbeon certified instruments are on sale at bellclocks.com, priced well below 200.00. Most include free shipping. Hygrometer (hydrometer), hygrometer thermometer (thermo hygro), and thermometer instruments are on sale. Models include: HTAB 169 abbeon certified hygrometer thermometer, 5 inch black dial. HTAB 176 abbeon certified hygrometer thermometer, 5 inch white color coded dial. HTAB 167 abbeon certified hygrometer (hydrometer) with 5 inch black dial. TAB 77 abbeon certified thermometer with 5 inch white color coded dial. All instruments have a solid polished brass case, and are guaranteed accurate, certified to NIST standards. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. Mon, 18 Jun 2007 11:37:18 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-certified-hygro-thermo-htab169.html The Lufft HTAB 169 Hygrometer Thermometer, a certified accurate hygro thermo, is on sale at BellClocks.com. Calibration and certification are performed by Abbeon Cal Inc. under ISO-9001 control. The hygrometer utilizes the Lufft Durotherm element, a synthetic hygroscopic fiber that expands and contracts in response to the moisture in the air. The thermometer has a range of -10 to 190 degrees F, and utilizes the Lufft bimetallic movement. Bimetallic springs transmit changes in temperature through expansion and contraction. FREE ground shipping is included to continental U S locations. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Fri, 15 Jun 2007 16:50:27 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-timemaster-quartz.html BellClocks.com is featuring Chelsea Quartz Timemaster Military Clocks throughout June, with special pricing and free shipping. Chelsea Timemaster Military Clocks have been in use by the U S Navy since before WWII. Still in production today, Chelsea offers these "Navy Clocks" in several styles and case designs. The familiar black navy case - which is actually a nearly indestructable phenolic resin, is the most popular. Timemaster is available in both 12 and 24 hour models, phenolic and brass cases. Dial sizes are 6 or 8.5 inch. Visit BellClocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Wed, 13 Jun 2007 11:42:45 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-instruments.html Lufft Barometers, Hygrometers, Thermometers, and Abbeon certified instruments are on sale at BellClocks.com. The sale includes low prices on the most popular models, such as the HTAB 167 abbeon certified hygrometer, and HTAB 176 certified hygro thermo. The hard to find 4F100 Moisture Content meter is also on sale. Visit BellClocks.com today, or call 800-210-0492 to order. About Lufft Instruments: Lufft has produced fine meteorological instruments for over 100 years. Instruments include Hygrometers for measuring humidity and relative humidity, Thermometers for temperature measurement, and Barometers for atmospheric pressure measurement. Thermo Barographs are also available, as well as test and scientific instruments which indicate absolute pressure, differential pressure, and a variety of other metrics. Lufft offers instruments certified by Abbeon Cal Inc. with certification under ISO 9001 controlled conditions to NIST standards. Tue, 12 Jun 2007 11:40:34 GMT http://bellclocks.com/weemsandplathmain.html BellClocks.com is reducing prices on most Weems and Plath instruments, effective this week. In addition, customers will receive free shipping on most reduced instruments. Atlantis Ships Bell Clocks, Quartz Clocks, Barometers, and all Atlantis Brass and Chrome instruments will be reduced. Martinique Instruments including Ships Bell Clocks, Barometers, Quartz Clocks, and Flag Clocks will also be reduced. The popular civilian M24 binoculars, model BN29 will also see a major price reduction, along with navigational sextants, and the Tamaya navigation computer system. Den Haan Lamps will also be reduced. Please visit bellclocks.com to order, or call 800-210-0492. Wed, 06 Jun 2007 18:18:57 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20thermometer.html BellClocks.com is featuring special pricing on Thermometers by Maximum Weather Instruments. Available models include the Maximum Criterion, and Mini Max. Both are available in brass, chrome, or satin nickel cases with aluminum or black dials. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. More about Maximum Mini Max Thermometer: The Maximum Mini Max Thermometer outside temperature is indicated inside with this remote-reading thermometer. Move the toggle switch at the bottom of the case right or left and the indicator needle will move to high or low temperature since last reset. Features dual scale (Fahrenheit and Celsius) and adjustable temperature minder to let you dial in current temperature and note any change. Ships complete with AC adapter and outdoor temperature sensor with 60' cable. Maximum limited 5-year warranty. Mon, 04 Jun 2007 02:46:59 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-instruments.html BellClocks.com has special pricing on Lufft instruments, including barometers, hygrometers, thermometers, and others. Abbeon certified instruments are also available, instruments certified accurate by Abbeon Cal Inc to NIST standards, under ISO 9001 controls. These instruments are surprisingly inexpensive, and BellClocks is offering free shipping on most models with sale pricing on all. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to purchase. More about Lufft: Lufft Meteorological Instruments Lufft has produced fine meteorological instruments for over 100 years. Instruments include Hygrometers for measuring humidity and relative humidity, Thermometers for temperature measurement, and Barometers for atmospheric pressure measurement. Thermo Barographs are also available, as well as test and scientific instruments which indicate absolute pressure, differential pressure, and a variety of other metrics. Lufft offers instruments certified by Abbeon Cal Inc. with certification under ISO 9001 controlled conditions to NIST standards. Many Lufft hygrometers and humidity instruments feature the Lufft Durotherm element - a synthetic hygroscopic fiber that expands and contracts in response to the moisture in the air. Many Lufft thermometers feature a bimetallic movement - actuated by bimetallic springs which transmit changes in temperature through expansion and contraction. Mon, 04 Jun 2007 02:36:15 GMT http://bellclocks.com/bn29apachemilitarybinocular7x28.html Apache 7x28 Binoculars with range reticle, the civilian M24, is on sale now at BellClocks.com. Sale pricing includes free shipping. The 7x28 Apache is built to the same tough standards as the actual M24 mini-binoculars. The new M24 is the first "pocket-sized" military binocular ever issued on a large scale. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to purchase. Thu, 31 May 2007 12:02:14 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-radio-room-clock.html The Chelsea Military Radio Room Clock is on sale at BellClocks.com, with free shipping. The Chelsea Clock Timemaster Radio Room Clock is available in quartz or mechanical wind up movement, and in phenolic case, or forged brass case. The quartz model has a silent, high precision quartz movement specified by the U.S. Military because it meets standards for vibration, temperature and humidity extremes. The dial is regulation radio room, featuring red bands indicating the two 3-minute silent periods for the purpose of listening for morse code distress signals at 500 KHz - green bands indicating the two 3-minute silent periods for the purpose of for the purpose of listening for any distress calls sent by radiotelephone at 2182 KHz. 4 second marks in red around the outside edge of the minute track enables transmission of the 4 second alarm signal provided by the International Telecommunications Convention and the International Conference of Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). 2 hour hands to accurately track both local, and GMT (UTC) time round out the regulation dial. Special order only - 4-8 weeks for delivery, and on sale for a limited time. A great Fathers Day gift idea. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Fri, 25 May 2007 18:08:52 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea-shipstrike-quartz-clock.html The Chelsea Shipstrike Quartz Ship's Bell Clock is on sale at BellClocks.com, and includes free shipping for a limited time. The Chelsea Shipstrike Quartz Clock uses the finest German quartz striking movement available. Also available in mechanical wind up models, accessories such as a mantle mount are available. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Mon, 21 May 2007 11:21:13 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea.html All Chelsea Clocks are on sale at BellClocks.com with free shipping. Save on Cheslea Ship's Bell clocks, Chelsea Shipstrike clocks, Chelsea Navy clocks (Timemaster series). Limited edition collector clocks such as Chelsea Mariner, Chelsea Centennial, and Chelsea Pilot are also on sale. The Chelsea Clock Summer Sale begins May 20, 2007. BellClocks.com offers secure online ordering, or order toll free at 800-210-0492. Visit BellClocks.com for more details. Wed, 16 May 2007 12:40:36 GMT http://bellclocks.com/anemometer.html Get ready for Summer weather at BellClocks.com, with our line of anemometers, handheld anemometers, and fixed wind speed and direction instruments. Featuring anemometers by Maximum Weather, Nassau, and JDC, BellClocks.com can outfit your home or boat in advance of summer storms. Our Handheld anemometers are perfect for portable use for sports, marine, or any outdoor activity when you need accurate wind speed or wind direction information. BellClocks.com offer competitive price, great service, and low or free shipping on all weather instruments. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 and order today. Mon, 14 May 2007 16:18:50 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelseatimemastermain.html BellClocks.com is featuring Chelsea Clock Timemaster series clocks with special pricing and free shipping. These clocks make the perfect gift for military retirement, promotion, or recognition. Chelsea Timemaster clocks are available in brass or phenolic cases, quartz or mechanical wind up movement, with 12 or 24 hour clock models. Chelsea Timemaster Clocks meets or exceeds U.S. Navy specifications for accuracy, shock , vibration, exposure to salt spray, humidity and temperature extremes. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sun, 13 May 2007 12:00:35 GMT http://bellclocks.com/weemsandplathmain.html In compliance with our customer service policy, Windward Instruments is announcing a forthcoming price adjustment which will impact our Weems and Plath customers. Effective May 15, 2007 Weems and Plath, manufacturer of a popular instrument line, will establish a MAP (minimum advertised price) policy. All factory authorized dealers will be required to adjust pricing of all Weems and Plath instruments to be in compliance with this policy. BellClocks.com, the retail division of Windward Instruments, will change pricing effective May 15, 2007 to be in compliance with MAP policy. The pricing adjustment will affect all Weems and Plath products, including Ship's Bell Clocks, Quartz Clocks, Barometers, and Navigation instruments. In addition to the price adjustment, several Weems and Plath products will be discontinued by BellClocks.com, as we simply can not justify the higher price to our customers, based upon quality and comparables readily available in the market. Some of the products being discontinued include the entire Eastport and Westport collections, all chart weights, and the 4000 electronic marine barometer. BellClocks.com will also discontinue sales of Weems and Plath Orion Ship's Bell, and Ship's Wheel Bell clock models due to serious quality issues with those models. Windward Instruments, and BellClocks.com will continue to provide service to all customers who have purchased any of the discontinued items. We apologize for any inconvenience to our customers. These changes are beyond our control, and are needed to provide the best possible service to our customers. We are happy to answer any questions regarding these changes. Please visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Thu, 10 May 2007 16:56:47 GMT http://bellclocks.com/weemsandplathmain.html Beat the Weems and Plath MAP policy price increase at the BellClocks.com Last Chance Sale. BellClocks is featuring special pricing on the most popular Weems and Plath instruments, including Atlantis Quartz Ships Bell Clocks, Martinique 8 Day Wind Bell Clocks, Barometers, Binoculars, and Stormglasses. Nearly every Weems and Plath clock and weather instrument is on sale, many with free shipping. Sale ends on May 15, 2007 when the MAP policy goes into effect - visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Thu, 03 May 2007 11:02:37 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-hygrometer-thermometer-moisture-content-meter-4f100.html BellClocks.com is featuring special pricing, and free shipping on the 4F100 Moisture Content Meter by Lufft. The 4F100 is a useful weather instrument, indicating relative humidity, temperature, comfort level, dew point, and indication of night frost. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Thu, 26 Apr 2007 11:12:01 GMT http://bellclocks.com/stormglass.html BellClocks.com is featuring Stormglass Weather Forecasting instruments at special pricing. These mysterious instruments have been in use for over 250 years, and are surprisingly accurate. How the Stormglass works is still a mystery, but it is believed that it has to do with the electromagnetic changes caused by weather and sun storms. A very unique weather gift, and available in Brass Stormglass, Chrome Stormglass, or Nautical Stormglass models. Visit BellClocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:11:40 GMT http://bellclocks.com/nassau-m51-wind-direction.html Upgrade your home weather station today with the Nassau M 51 Wind Direction Gauge, available at special pricing from BellClocks.com. The Nassau M51 Wind Direction Gauge is used extensively in the marine industry, and at many small airports. Incorporating a true 360 degree analog indicator, the M51 is driven by a high precision, aviation quality syncro. indicating a full 360 degree Scale, which is graduated in degrees, and includes 8 points of the compass (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW). Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order today. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 20:26:02 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-barometer-bar130.html BellClocks.com is featuring sale pricing on the Lufft BAR 130 barometer, with free shipping for a limited time. The Lufft BAR 130 is an accurate barometer, atmospheric pressure indicator, with a measuring range of 28 to 31 inches of mercury. A 6 inch solid brass case, with 5 inch silvered dial, and priced under $170 with free shipping. Get your boat or waterfront cottage ready for summer at BellClocks.com, with the BAR 130. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 20:18:44 GMT http://bellclocks.com/ddbarometersmain.html D D Barometers of Belgium products are back in stock at BellClocks.com. D D Barometers, Tendency Barometers, including glass barometers and Toricelli type barometers are featured, along with tendency barometers, eco-celli mercury free barometers, and unique weather stations and instruments. To celebrate the long awaited return, BellClocks is featuring special pricing and shipping specials on all D D instruments, including the best selling A053, Combination Tendency Barometer. About the A053: This Model combines all of the best features of the Tendency Barometers and is the top of the line. It functionally operates as any other DD Barometer tendency barometers. The beautiful mahogany stained wooden case with curved glass has an aluminum colored brass face plate with a Storm Glass mounted beside the tendency barometer tubes and a hygrometer mounted above the tubes. This is a dazzler. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order yours today. Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:49:48 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmainebrass.html The Ocean Clocks Tides of Maine Tide Time Clock is a unique and easy to read tide clock indicating high tide and tidal state for ports on the coast of Maine. The Tides of Maine is available in several sizes and case designs to compliment any boat or waterfront home. Heavy lacquered Brass, and Chrome are both available. Once set this region specific tide clock acts as a tide chart displaying the High Tide times and Tidal time differences between the major ports and waterways of Maine and New Hampshire (periodic adjustment needed). The tidal state at several ports is indicated on the dial, including Steeles Harbor Island, Roque Island Harbor, Bar Harbor, Eastport, and Portland. Other ports are available upon request. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 07 Apr 2007 11:06:51 GMT http://bellclocks.com/binoculars.html BellClocks.com is featuring sale pricing on our most popular binoculars. Binoculars for any use, military or civilian, birding, hunting, marine and navigation, sports - models suited for any use. Featured models include - 7x28 Apache Military Binocular with Reticle, model BN29. The civilian M24 is the first "pocket-sized" military type binocular ever issued on a large scale. Only $249.99, with FREE shipping. 7x50 Center Focus Binoculars by Weems and Plath, model 637. 7x50 Binoculars center focus mechanism allows for quick, easy adjustment to different focal ranges, making them perfect for boating or any other outdoor activity. Only $135.00. For serious boating, 7x50 IF Binoculars with Compass and Reticle, Weems and Plath model 647C. Features include an illuminated compass, rangefinder, and individual eye focus that is especially suited for navigation while boating or any other outdoor activity. Only $239.00. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Tue, 03 Apr 2007 17:00:11 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmaritime24.html The most unique 24 hour clock available, the Maritime 24, is on sale now at BellClocks.com. The Ocean Clocks Maritime 24, 24 Hour Clock is a hand assembled, high quality 24 hour clock, which combines unique design and maritime tradition, to create a timepiece that is both colorful and useful. Excellent for use as a UTC Clock, GMT Clock, or as a gift. The perfect addition to any nautical room. This unique 24 hour clock incorporates full color signal flags on a 24 hour dial. The enlarged and circled Arabic numerals, and “diamond” register indicators, denote traditional “Relieve the Watch” every 4 hours at 00, 04, 08, 12, 16, and 20. Hours, minutes, seconds, and 5 second/minute increments are also registered. Traditional “black” hour and minute hands, and a “stepping” red second hand complete the 24 hour dial, which is housed behind a thick beveled glass crystal. The “Maritime 24” 24 hour clock features casework of uncommon quality, and is available in a selection of traditional heavy, highly polished and lacquered brass cases. A chrome plated brass case is also available. All cases utilize traditional marine fittings, with machined back. Available at special pricing for a limited time - visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:00:14 GMT http://bellclocks.com/shapel-au-tide-clocks.html BellClocks.com is featuring all 6 models of Shapel Clock, all at special pricing. The Shapel Moonphase Tide Time Clock displays the current Tide, Time, and Moonphase simultaneously, on an easy to read 8 inch dial. Calibrated for the East Coast of the U.S. (and areas with semi-diurnal tide flow), once set to proper tide, the Shapel Moonphase Tide Time Clock can act as your local tide chart (minor adjustments will be needed at times). The Shapel Tide Time Clock displays the current Tide and Time simultaneously, on an easy to read 8 inch dial. Accurate Dual Quartz Movements for Tide and Time. Tide and Time functions are independently set and adjustable. Tide indications include High Tide, Half Tide, and Low Tide, Falling and Rising Tides, with Time remaining indications. Time Display is provided via a sub-dial at the 6 o'clock position, and includes Hour, Minute, and Second hands with Hour/Minute Register and Hour Indicators. The Shapel Tide Clock displays the current Tide on an easy to read 8 inch dial. Accurate Quartz Movement with tide indications for High Tide, Half Tide, and Low Tide, Falling and Rising Tides, with Time remaining indications. 8 inch Nautical Dial. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Mon, 26 Mar 2007 14:43:05 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclockspugetsound.html The Tides of the Puget Sound, WA Tide Time Clock is a unique tide clock that indicates high tide time differences at ports on the Puget Sound. Once set, it acts as a Puget Sound area Tide Chart (periodic adjustment needed). This region specific tide time clock displays Puget Sound tide times, and high tide time differences, between the major ports and waterways of the region. The Puget Sound Tide Clock is available in several dial sizes, and your selection of brass porthole, and heavy chrome case, and is on sale now at BellClocks.com. Please visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 24 Mar 2007 12:23:30 GMT http://bellclocks-com.blogspot.com/ Every month we receive numerous inquiries about Bell Clock company clocks, requests for repairs, parts, etc. BellClocks.com is not affiliated with the Bell Clock company, and our information indicates the company has been out of business for several years. For full information, please visit our blog at: bellclocks-com.blogspot.com. Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:53:41 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html All models of Tide Clock by Ocean Clocks are on sale now at BellClocks.com. These unique and easy to read tide clocks indicate high tide, and tide time difference for local coastal areas. Models are available for every East coast U S State, East coast of Canada, Puget Sound WA., Long Island Sound, Australia, and the UK. Ocean Clocks use authentic nautical charts of each specific area as a dial background, and offer a high level of personalization, from text to graphics. Perfect as personal or corporate gifts. Each clock is hand assembled and available in heavy lacquered brass or chrome case, in 3 dial sizes. To order, visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492. Mon, 19 Mar 2007 11:20:29 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-barometer-bar130.html The BAR 130, an accurate analog type barometer by Lufft of Germany, is on sale now at BellClocks.com. The Lufft BAR 130 is an accurate barometer, atmospheric pressure indicator, with a measuring range of 28 to 31 inches of mercury. Dial indication of Stormy, Rain, Change, Fair and Very Dry, to assist in forecasting the weather, and more accurate indication of atmospheric pressure. Featuring a 6 inch polished brass case, and easy to read 5 inch dial, the BAR 130 is priced at $165.00 with free shipping. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sun, 18 Mar 2007 23:52:01 GMT http://bellclocks.com/thermohygro.html BellClocks.com is featuring sale prices on Abbeon certified hygrometer thermometer, and hygrometer instruments by Lufft. Included with sale pricing is free or low flat rate domestic shipping. Instruments include: Lufft Hygro Thermo Comfortmeter model 933 at $112, Lufft Hygro Thermo Moisture Content Meter, model 4F100 at $159, Lufft Precision Hygro Thermo, model M2A4, $162, Lufft Certified Hygro Thermo, model HTAB 169, $166, Lufft Certified Hygro Thermo, model HTAB 176, $175. Visit bellclocks.com or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Fri, 16 Mar 2007 14:06:16 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-hygrometer-ab62 The high quality Lufft Hygrometer, model AB 62 is on sale now at BellClocks.com, priced at only $154 with Free Shipping. Perfect for monitoring indoor humidty, this hygrometer features a solid brass case, and large 5 inch white dial which is easily seen from a distance. The Lufft AB 62 Hygrometer Humidity Indicator is a precision accurate hygrometer which indicates humdity through use of the Lufft Durotherm element. The Durotherm element is a synthetic hygroscopic fiber that expands and contracts in response to the moisture in the air. This reliable element will provide years of trouble free service. To order, visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492. Tue, 13 Mar 2007 11:10:38 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-certified-hygrometer-htab169 The Lufft Certified Hygrometer Thermometer, HTAB 169 is now on sale, priced at only $166.00 with Free Shipping, at BellClocks.com. The Lufft HTAB 169 Hygrometer Thermometer Humidity Temperature Indicator is a certified accurate analog hygro thermo. Features a solid brass case, and large 5 inch black dial with white numerals. Calibration and certification are performed under ISO-9001 control. The hygrometer utilizes the Lufft Durotherm element, a synthetic hygroscopic fiber that expands and contracts in response to the moisture in the air. The thermometer utilizes the Lufft bimetallic movement. Bimetallic springs transmit changes in temperature through expansion and contraction. Highly accurate, the HTAB 169 Certified Hygrometer Thermometer will provide years of trouble free service. To order, visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492. Tue, 13 Mar 2007 11:07:04 GMT http://bellclocks.com/lufft-certified-hygrometer-htab176 The Lufft Certified Hygrometer Thermometer, HTAB 176 is now on sale, priced at only $175.00 with Free Shipping, at BellClocks.com. The Lufft HTAB 176 Hygrometer Thermometer Humidity Temperature Indicator is a certified accurate analog hygro thermo. Calibration and certification are performed under ISO-9001 control. The hygrometer utilizes the Lufft Durotherm element, a synthetic hygroscopic fiber that expands and contracts in response to the moisture in the air. The thermometer utilizes the Lufft bimetallic movement. Bimetallic springs transmit changes in temperature through expansion and contraction. Highly accurate, this precision Certified Hygrometer Thermometer will provide years of trouble free service. To order, visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492. Tue, 13 Mar 2007 11:00:42 GMT http://bellclocks.com/nassau-wind-guage.html BellClocks.com features all 5 Nassau Wind Speed, Wind Direction Instruments, all sale priced, all with low shipping. The M42 Peak Wind Speed Gauge features a peak gust register - operated by a button you can press, that will show the peak wind gust reading. $431.00. The M45 Wind Speed and Direction Combination Gauge is popular with schools, and homeowners. It is a hybrid combination of our M50 Wind Speed Gauge, and the M51 Wind Direction Gauge. $492.50. The M50 Wind Speed Gauge is used extensively in the marine industry and at many small airports, this precision wind speed instrument features a unique electronic gust memory system. Simply push button to read highest wind speed since instrument was last reset. $360.00. The M51 incorporates a true 360° analog indicator, which is driven by a high precision, aviation quality syncro. The indicator is driven around the 360° Scale, which is graduated in degrees, and includes 8 points of the compass. $465.00. The M52 Apparent Wind Direction Gauge is used extensively in the marine industry on ships, ferries, and private watercraft, providing a precise indication of wind direction relative to a ship's heading. The M52 incorporates a precision syncro, which drives the indicator around the dial which is designed specifically for marine use. $465.00. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order. Fri, 09 Mar 2007 11:54:10 GMT http://bellclocks.com/anemometer.html Get ready for Spring at BellClocks.com with our large selection of anemometer wind speed and wind direction instruments. Instruments include handheld anemometers and fixed anemometers, wind direction instruments, and shipboard apparant wind direction. Various digital or analog weather formats are available. Wired and wireless wind speed and direction are available. Most include the hardware for installation, including the cup anemometer style wind sensor, and vane style wind direction sensor. BellClocks sells only major brands, such as JDC USA, Maximum Weather, and Nassau. All feature special pricing, and free or low fixed rate domestic shipping. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order Fri, 09 Mar 2007 11:39:31 GMT http://oceanclocks.com Ocean Clocks, the Australian clockmaker of popular and unique localized tide clocks, 24 hour clocks, and barometers, now has a U S website. Customers may now purchase directly from the Ocean Clocks U S website at Oceanclocks.com. Launched in February by Windward Instruments, the North American Distributor of Ocean Clocks Instruments. The new site features all models of tide clocks, as well as the Maritime 24, 24 hour clock. Barometers will be added during Summer 07. For more information, visit oceanclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492. About Ocean Clocks products: Ocean Clocks hand assembled localized tide time clocks display high tide, low tide, and the high tide time difference between ports and waterways of a specific coastal region. Ocean Clocks 24 hour clocks combine unique design with maritime tradition to create a 24 hour timepiece that is colorful and useful. The "Maritime 24" compliment any decor or our other instruments. Tue, 06 Mar 2007 12:57:33 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclockscapecod.html The Ocean Clocks Tides of Cape Cod, MA Tide Time Clock is a unique tide clock that indicates high tide time differences at ports around Cape Cod. Once set, it acts as a Cape Cod area Tide Chart (periodic adjustment needed). This region specific tide time clock displays Cape Cod tide times, and high tide time differences, between the major ports and waterways of the region. The Cape Cod Tide Clock is available in brass porthole, and heavy chrome, and is on sale now at BellClocks.com. Please visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Thu, 01 Mar 2007 15:05:04 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclockschesapeakebrass.html The Ocean Clocks Tides of Chesapeake Bay Tide Time Clock is a unique tide clock that indicates high tide time differences at ports in the Chesapeake Bay coastal area. Once set, it acts as a Chesapeake Bay Tide Chart (periodic adjustment needed). This region specific tide time clock displays the Chesapeake Bay tide times, and high tide time differences, between the major ports and waterways of the region. The Chesapeake Bay Tide Clock is available in brass porthole, and heavy chrome, and is on sale now at BellClocks.com. Please visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Fri, 23 Feb 2007 16:19:44 GMT http://bellclocks.com/weems%20and%20plath.html The entire Weems and Plath collection of clocks, barometers, thermometers, and other instruments is on sale at BellClocks.com Featuring instrument collections Admiral, Anniversary, Atlantis, Martinique, Gimballed Box Clocks, and more. All are sale priced, most with free shipping. Visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order. Thu, 22 Feb 2007 16:16:22 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20comfortminder.html BellClocks.com is featuring the Comfortminder Thermometer Hygrometer by Maximum, with only $5.00 shipping. The Comfortminder Thermo Hygro is also known as a comfortmeter. Displays both inside temperature and relative humidity, and suitable for outside use in a protected location. Get your home or boat ready for summer now, and visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Tue, 20 Feb 2007 15:48:14 GMT http://bellclocks.com/martiniquedetail.html The Martinique Quartz Ship's Bell Clock by Weems and Plath is sale priced at $299.50 with free shipping, while supplies last. This brass ship's bell clock features a striking german quartz movement with silencer, following the traditional 8 bell cycle. A heavy brass porthole case with a 4 inch dial, and a full 2 year warranty. Matching instruments, and mantle mounts are also available. Please visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for information or to place your order. Mon, 19 Feb 2007 14:11:08 GMT http://bellclocks.com/bn29apachemilitarybinocular7x28.html The Apache Miliary Style Binoculars are the civilian version of the M24 binoculars, used by the U S Army in the filed. BellClocks.com is offering $100.00 off any purchase of the Apache 7x28 Military Style Binoculars for a limited time. Details: The 7x28 Apache Binoculars with Reticle is built to the same tough standards as the actual M24 mini-binoculars. After the Gulf War, the U.S. Army decided that it wanted more "eyes" on the battlefield. The Army wanted a compact binocular that would fit in the pocket of a battle dress uniform (BDU) and be as rugged, have the same magnification and nearly equal the optical performances as the bigger M22 binoculars. The 7x28 Apache is built to the same tough standards as the actual M24 mini-binoculars. For information or to order, please visit http://bellclocks.com or call 1-800-210-0492 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 14:28:45 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelsea.html BellClocks.com is an authorized dealer of Chelsea Clock, all featuring free shipping for customers. Our Chelsea Clock selection includes Chelsea Ship's Bell Clocks, Chelsea Navy Clocks and 24 hour clocks (Timemaster series). The popular Shipstrike, and Chelsea limited edition models such as the "Mariner Clock", "Centennial Clock", "Boston Clock", are also available. Chelsea Barometers are available to match most models, making an exquisite gift, or addition to any decor. BellClocks is factory authorized to vend Chelsea Government clocks to Military and other appropriate organizations. To order or for information, please visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 11:58:59 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksgeorgiabrass.html The BellClocks.com Product Spotlight today is the Ocean Clocks Tides of Georgia Tide Time Clock. This localized tide time clock indicates high tide and tidal state for ports along the coast of Delaware. Once set this region specific tide clock can act as a tide chart displaying the High Tide times and Tidal time differences between ports and waterways of the Georgia coast and surrounding coastal regions. For more information or to order, please visit the site, or call us at 1-800-210-0494. Thu, 08 Feb 2007 16:15:37 GMT http://bellclocks.com/ocean-clocks-delaware.html The BellClocks.com Product Spotlight today is on the Ocean Clocks Tides of Delaware Tide Time Clock. This unique and easy to read tide clock indicates high tide and tidal state for ports along the coast of Delaware. Once set this region specific tide clock can act as a tide chart displaying the High Tide times and Tidal time differences between the major ports and waterways of the Delaware coast and surrounding coastal regions. For more information or to order, please visit the site, or call us at 1-800-210-0494. Wed, 07 Feb 2007 15:09:54 GMT http://bellclocks.com/news.html BellClocks.com has discontinued clock repair and restorative services effective immediately. We apologize for any inconvenience. Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:40:19 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com will introduce Lufft and Abbeon weather instruments to customers in late February, 2007. The company will offer the products for sale at special introductory pricing to be announced. The Lufft instruments line will include analog barometers, hygrometers, certified hygrometers, and thermometers. Hygrometer/Thermometers. In addition to analog instruments, BellClocks.com will offer specialized weather instruments, such as the recording Thermohygrograph, and portable certified absolute barometers. Lufft digital weather instruments will also be available. Numerous case designs and dial colors compliment the analog instrument line, with styles from contemporary to traditional brass. Pricing for the Lufft analog instruments will typically range from around $100.00 to around $180.00, with free or low fixed shipping included. Contact BellClocks.com by visitins the site, or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Sat, 03 Feb 2007 12:15:47 GMT http://bellclocks.com/chelseatimemastermain.html BellClocks.com specializes in the complete line of Chelsea Timemaster Commercial Marine clock, the most complete selection available in the U.S. Commonly known as the Chelsea Ship Clock, Timemasters meet or exceed U S Navy MILSPEC 1194 required for use onboard Navy ships. Available in quartz or wind up movement, 6 or 8.5 inch dials, black phenolic or brass case, and with 12 or 24 hour clock dials. All quartz and mechanical clocks have passed U.S. Navy tests for accuracy, shock , vibration, exposure to salt spray, humidity and temperature extremes. The Chelsea Radio Room Timemaster is a true UTC/GMT/Zulu time clock featuring a separate hour hand to track UTC/GMT/Zulu time - perfect for use in a communications center or radio room. For more information, or to order, shop bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492. Tue, 30 Jan 2007 14:35:43 GMT http://bellclocks.com/weemsandplathmain.html Todays BellClocks product spotlight is Weems and Plath Clocks and navigational instruments. Weems and Plath products include brass quartz clocks, ship's bell clocks, and ship's wheel clocks of excellent quality. Featuring German clock movements, and unsurpassed warranty in this price range. The Weems and Plath Atlantis and Martinique ship's bell clocks start under $300 and make excellent gift ideas for retirement or acknowledgement. Weems and Plath also makes the Apache BN 29 Binoculars, the civilian version of the M24 military binoculars. BellClocks.com features these tough MILSPEC binoculars at under $250. To order or for more information, visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492. Thu, 25 Jan 2007 13:16:37 GMT http://bellclocks.com/timeandtide.html BellClocks.com has a huge selection of Tide Time Clocks, Tide Clocks, Moonphase Tide Time, as well as Tide Watches, and Moonphase Tide Watches. Sale pricing and incentives are available on brands such as ashortwalk, Ocean Clocks, Shapel, Tidemaster UK, and Weems and Plath. Case styles range from contemporary to nautical traditional, in stainless steel, brass, or chrome. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 to order. Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:02:05 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20weather.html The BellClocks.com product spotlight today is on Maximum Weather Stations, including wireless stations, and wired stations, in numerous configurations. 2, 3, 4 and 5 instrument stations are available including anemometer wind speed and direction, thermometer, barometer, even weather logging via weather logger wireless transmitter and software are available. Please visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492 to order Thu, 18 Jan 2007 14:09:05 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclockslongislandbrass.html The BellClocks product spotlight today is on the Ocean Clocks Tides of Long Island tide time clock. The Ocean Clocks Tides of Long Island Tide Time Clock is a unique and easy to read tide clock localized to indicate the tidal state and high tide times for the Long Island area. Some ports indicated include: Moriches Inlet, Shinnecock Inlet, Old Harbor Block Island, Montauk Point, Newport RI, Long Beach, Freeport, East Rockaway, Deep Creek Meadow, Montauk Harbor Entrance, and others. The Tides of Long Island is hand assembled, and available in several models, brass or chrome, with a five year warranty. Sale priced through 1/31/07. To order please visit bellclocks.com, or call 800-210-0492. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:14:10 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmaritime24.html The BellClocks product spotlight today is on the Ocean Clocks Maritime 24 - currently sale priced with free shipping. The Ocean Clocks Maritime 24, 24 Hour Clock is a hand assembled, high quality 24 hour clock, which combines unique design and maritime tradition, to create a timepiece that is both colorful and useful. Excellent for use as a UTC Clock, GMT Clock, or as a gift. The perfect addition to any nautical room. This 24 hour clock is available in 4 models, and features a full 5 year warranty. For more information or to order, please visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492. Mon, 15 Jan 2007 15:44:05 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksfloridabrass.html On Sale at BellClocks.com now: The Ocean Clocks Tides of Florida Tide Time Clock is a unique and easy to read tide clock indicating the tidal state for ports along the coast of Florida. This tide clock displays the High Tide times and Tidal time differences between the major ports and waterways of Florida. Hand Assembled, 5 Year Guarantee, and available in lacquered brass or polished chrome case models. Visit BellClocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492 to order yours. Sat, 13 Jan 2007 12:04:03 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com is featuring it's annual After Christmas Sale which will now run through 1/31/07. Enjoy savings and special offers on the best selling tide time clocks, and ships bell clocks by Ocean Clocks, and Weems and Plath. Maximum Weather instruments are also on sale, including wired and wireless weather stations, barometers, thermometers, and wind speed instruments. Shapel Moonphase Tide Time clocks, and Tidemaster UK Moonphase Tide Watches are slso on sale. Please visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492. Sun, 07 Jan 2007 12:17:19 GMT http://bellclocks.com Windward Instruments, and BellClocks.com will be closed from 6PM CST, 12/22/06 through 9AM CST, 12/28/06 for Christmas. We will also be closed from 6PM CST, 12/29/06 through 9AM CST, 1/2/07 for New Year celebration. We will continue to check our email and voicemail during this period, however, our business office will remain closed. Tue, 19 Dec 2006 11:57:09 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com has extended it's annual Christmas Sale which will now run through 1/31/06. The sale pricing includes best selling tide time clocks, and ships bell clocks by Ocean Clocks and Weems and Plath. Also including is the unique Shapel line of Moonphase Tide Time clocks. Please visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for savings. Mon, 18 Dec 2006 12:03:52 GMT http://bellclocks.com/shapel-au-tide-clocks.html BellClocks.com is featuring Shapel Moonphase Tide Time clocks with free upgraded shipping, and Christmas Sale pricing. These unique clocks display the current moonphase, high tide, and time, on a large 8" dial. Also available in Tide Time, and Tide only models, the Shapel line includes your choice of New Zealand Pine, or Blue MDF wood plaques. Free upgraded air shipment from Australia is included - deadline for ordering for possible Christmas delivery is 12/12/06. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Sun, 10 Dec 2006 16:29:16 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html BellClocks.com is featuring Ocean Clocks Localized Tide Clocks, and 24 Hour Clocks at Christmas Sale pricing. These unique tide time clocks display high tide at local ports, with models available for every East coast U S state, and the Puget Sound, WA. The sale includes brass and chrome tide clocks, 24 hour clocks, and gift sets which include a mantle mount. Free upgraded air shipment from Australia is included - deadline for ordering for possible Christmas delivery is 12/12/06. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Sun, 10 Dec 2006 16:24:12 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximuminstruments.html BellClocks.com is featuring Maximum Weather Stations and single weather instruments Christmas Sale pricing. The sale includes wired and wireless weather stations and instruments, in both analog and digital format. Individual instruments include barometers, handheld and fixed anemometers for wind speed, wind direction, thermometers, and more. Free ground shipping is available on many items. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Sun, 10 Dec 2006 16:19:47 GMT http://bellclocks.com/weemsandplathmain.html BellClocks.com is featuring Weems and Plath clocks, weather instruments, and gift sets at Christmas Sale pricing. The sale includes popular brass and chrome clocks, ship's bell clocks, weather instruments (barometers, thermometers), and sets which include mantle mounts. Free ground shipping is available on many items. Visit bellclocks.com or call 800-210-0492 for more information. Sun, 10 Dec 2006 16:12:56 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com is providing customers free upgraded shipping on all Ocean Clocks and Shapel orders through 12/31/06. The shipping upgrade will reduce the delivery time by 50%, providing more reliable service for those customers requiring delivery by Christmas. The free shipping upgrade applies to all Ocean Clocks Tide Time, and 24 Hour Clock orders, and Shapel Moonphase Tide Time, Tide Time, and Tide clock orders. For more details, please visit bellclocks.com, or call 1-800-210-0492. Sat, 02 Dec 2006 00:39:10 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com has launched two new clocks from Shapel, maker of the popular Moonphase Tide Time clocks. Introductory sale pricing accompanies the launch. The new models include a tide time model, and a tide only model, for those customers who prefer no moon display. Both feature the same large size dial (8.5") as the moonphase tide time, and come ready for wall mounting with a selection of New Zealand Pine, or Blue MDF Wood plaques. Contact BellClocks.com for more information at bellclocks.com, or by phone at 800-210-0492 Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:49:45 GMT http://windwardinstruments.com Windward Instruments announced a dealer solicitation in September 2006 expand the Ocean Clocks retail network. The solicitation continues, and is refreshed as follows: In a statement, Mike Ratican, Business Director for Windward Instruments, said "With the launch of the Maritime 24, and recent articles in major publications, customer interest in the Ocean Clocks line is increasing." "Our goal is to expand our retail network to provide the best possible selection and service for our customers". Windward Instruments will make dealership applications accessible from it's website, http://windwardinstruments.com in the coming weeks, and has added a text link for dealer inquiries by email. Interested retailers may also contact Windward Instruments directly at: 800-210-0492. Qualified retailers must be properly licensed, and include traditional brick and mortar, and ecommerce companies. Tue, 21 Nov 2006 13:44:51 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximuminstruments.html Weather Instruments by Maximum Weather are on sale now at BellClocks.com. Christmas sale pricing is applied to selected wireless weather stations, barometers, wind speed and direction anemometers, and combination weather instruments. Please visit BellClocks.com and save on these high quality weather instruments while supplies last. Tue, 21 Nov 2006 13:20:33 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html BellClocks.com has deepened the discount on Ocean Clocks for the remainder of 2006, to serve customer purchasing as Christmas gifts. The pricing applies to all tide time clocks and 24 hour clocks, which are offered in several sizes, and in 2 latch brass porthole and single latch brass porthole cases. The chrome porthole clock models are also included. Visit BellClocks.com for details. Sat, 18 Nov 2006 12:09:26 GMT http://bellclocks.com/ddbarometersmain.html BellClocks.com is hosting a D&D Barometers instrument sale through 12/31/06, featuring special pricing on the entire line. The sale includes the unique eco celli torricelli style mercury free barometers. Also included are the popular tendency barometers with combinations such as barometer/hygrometer/thermometer and stormglass, barometer/thermometer, and more. Details are available at bellclocks.com Fri, 17 Nov 2006 19:19:06 GMT http://bellclocks.com The 3rd annual BellClocks.com Christmas sale is underway, with signficant savings on the most popular Christmas gift ideas. Most sale items include free ground shipping to the contiguous U.S. Today's highlight is the entire Weems & Plath Atlantis collection is on sale, including the quartz ship's bell and 8 day wind ship's bell clocks, and matching barometers. Save more when you purchase an Atlantis gift set including mount. This makes a unique mantle clock gift set. Also from Weems & Plath are the popular compact binoculars, the BN29. This is the civilian version of the Army's M24 binocular, and will fit in a shirt pocket, while surviving a 6 foot drop onto concrete. The perfect gift for birding, hunters, sportsmen, anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Shop early and avoid the "Christmas rush". Tue, 07 Nov 2006 11:37:41 GMT http://bellclocks.com Welcome to Volume 3, our last installment of BellClocks Christmas Shopping Online. This volume will focus on "too good to be true" and online security. Please review the first 2 Volumes, as they work hand in hand with the information we'll present today to help keep you safer while shopping online. Every year the number of online shoppers increases, and the money spent increases exponentially. The vast majority of shoppers use credit or debit cards to make purchases, over 90%, and the majority of merchants don't accept checks or mailed payments. Most credit card companies offer some form of protection against fraudlent charges, so our suggestions will focus on common sense ways to protect yourself even more. 1. "Too good to be true" deals are usually just that. Chances are not likely that you will find a $1,000 item for $9.95 with free shipping - but you'll see "deals" like this advertised all over the web. Simply put, we recommend ignoring these "offers". These cons are normally designed to collect information via an order form or similar instrument, many times including credit card information, and the result is never good. 2. Phishing/fake websites: These are websites that are designed to collect personal information through a number of scams. Many are designed to appear like an online store. We suggest that you look for business information as described in Volume 1. Unless you are comfortable with the site, don't fill out any forms at the site. 3. You can take an additional step in verification by verifying business information with the State they are located in. Nearly every State requires retail merchants to complete a licensing procedure, and many States now provide that information via a State website. This is an invaluable resource to shoppers that is not utilized often enough. 4. Many online shoppers are beginning to use the new Internet Explorer 7 browser which features a "phishing" filter built in. There are several problems being reported with this filter, genuine sites are being identified as "phishing" sites - while phishing sites are not always being identified as a threat. The best way to know, is to verify information yourself - and with the tools we've mentioned, this can be done with little effort. 5. Looking for "secure" areas where you input your credit card information. Most browsers has some indication of a secure connection. Most have a picture of some kind (a padlock, safe, etc.) and/or the colors yellow or red (the address bar on your browser will feature a color to indicate a secure connection). When you have done your shopping, and are checking out with the perfect Christmas present, you should see some indication of secure connection when you get to the credit card input area. In simple terms, a secure connection encrypts (scrambles) any information you give - much like "codes" used by the military. It's done electronically, is then "decoded" by software. Encryption makes collection of your information very difficult, as the "scrambling" effect would make information appear as random text until properly decoded. We hope hope the information we've provided is helpful in giving ideas on ways to be more secure while shopping online. We invite you to check out our retail site, bellclocks.com, for examples of some of the items we've mentioned. Please contact us through the blog if you have any questions. Tue, 31 Oct 2006 11:50:46 GMT http://bellclocks.com Welcome to Volume 2 of BellClocks Christmas shopping online. This volume will focus on policy and service issues. These are especially important if you are shopping online for Christmas gifts and need delivery prior to the big day. Remember to arm yourself with the information discussed in Volume 1 first, then move into this information. Customer Service As you shop online you will notice that nearly every business website boasts of excellent customer service. Since the only meaningful judgement of excellent service is the individual customer, we have some suggestions of easy ways to test these service statements. 1. Send an email or customer service request through the site. This may give you an idea of what to expect. No business is perfect, so be patient but expect a reply. If you're wondering what to say or ask in this message, honestly tell them you are testing their service. 2. Another test could be to contact them by phone. Again, be patient but expect a reply. Many businesses (including BellClocks) utilize voicemail to offer a call back service if you leave your information. Again, we stress some patience this time of year. Nearly every business gets busy during the holiday shopping season. Patience means allowing a little extra time - not weeks. As you receive replies, you can accurately judge for yourself if the service is acceptable. If not, shop elsewhere. Business Policies A business policy is any policy under which a business operates. These include terms of sale, return policies, refunds and exchanges, guarantees, price match, and others. Policy statements are very important to shoppers, as they may obligate a customer to certain conditions, much like a contract. Like contact information we discussed in volume 1, this information should be located in an easy to find location on any online shopping website, and we strongly recommend a thorough review of posted policies prior to making any purchase. A couple of tips: 1. We would advise shoppers to beware of any shopping site with no published policies. 2. Business policies should be specific to the company you are going to do business with. To explain policies "specific to the company" - if you are shopping at a site any policy statement should be specific to that site, not a statement that says customers are covered under the policy of a third party or the website host. As an example, BellClocks.com has policies posted here: http://bellclocks.com/policies.html and they are accessible from various areas of our site. These policies apply directly to BellClocks.com. In closing Volume 2 of our Christmas online shopping tips, we would like to again point out that most businesses of which we are aware are honest in their dealings with shoppers and customers, and are committed to customer service. We invite you to our last installment, Volume 3 which will be published on Monday 10/30/06, which will deal with "too good to be true" and secure webpages. Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:49:06 GMT http://bellclocks.com/news.html As the Christmas shopping season begins, and shoppers search the web for Christmas and holiday presents, questions of online shopping security become important. It is estimated that online shoppers will spend a record amount in online purchases this year, in the Billions of dollars. With this in mind, BellClocks.com is going to post some tips over the next few days, to help make online shopping safer for everyone. These tips are not specific to Christmas shopping online, they apply to online shopping throughout the year. Our first tip will focus on basic credibility of online businesses, and some simple ways shoppers can help protect themselves. Thu, 26 Oct 2006 15:43:30 GMT http://bellclocks.com On the evening of Saturday, October 28th, we will be performing maintenance across most servers between 11:00 pm and 1:00 am CST. During this time bellclocks.com, and windwardinstruments.com will be unavailable for approximately 20. We apologize for any inconvenience, and appreciate your patience and understanding as we take steps to continue providing you with the service and security you deserve. Wed, 25 Oct 2006 11:34:16 GMT http://bellclocks.com BellClocks.com will conduct it's 3rd Annual At Home, At Sea, and On Time holiday sale beginning November 1, 2006 and continuing through December 31, 2006. This year's sale has been extended 2 weeks longer than the 2005 sale, allowing early holiday shoppers to enjoy additional savings. Featured products for this year include the Maritime 24 - 24 Hour Clock by Ocean Clocks, maker of our best selling Tide Time clocks and barometers. BellClocks will also offer gift sets of popular ship's bell clocks complete with matching mantle mounts at special pricing. These sets were very popular Christmas gifts last year, and have continued to be popular throughout the year. The featured gift set this year includes a 45 Series Ocean Clocks Tide Time Clock in a set with the new Windward Instruments 450 mahogany mantle mount. Availability will be limited on this set, as the mantle mounts are hand made. Other brands included in the sale include D&D's Eco Celli and tendency barometers, and the popular Weems and Plath instruments. For more information contact bellclocks.com at http://bellclocks.com, or by phone at 800-210-0492. Fri, 20 Oct 2006 22:20:45 GMT http://bellclocks.com/news.html Ocean Clocks, our most popular make of tide time and 24 hour clock, will conduct an inventory and holiday shut down beginning on 10/20/06. Production and shipping will be suspended until their return to a working schedule on 11/10/06. During the shut down, BellClocks will continue to process orders, however, orders received during this period will not ship until sometime shortly after 11/10/06. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. Mon, 16 Oct 2006 00:55:55 GMT http://bellclocks.com/news.html In response to customer requests, after several months of development, Windward Instruments has started production of hand built mantle mounts for Ocean Clocks Tide Time Clocks, Barometers, and the Maritime 24, 24 Hour Clock. The mounts will be available soon at BellClocks.com. The Windward Instruments mantle mounts for the 45 series Ocean Clocks instruments will be available starting in mid-October, followed by matching mantle mounts for the remainder of the Ocean Clocks line. The mounts will be available solid mahogany, or oak. Windward Instruments developed the design to compliment Ocean Clocks instruments in appearance and quality. Each mount will be hand built, assembled, finished, pre-drilled, and inspected by a commissioned craftsman, using the highest quality materials available. Windward Instruments mantle mounts will accomodate nearly every other make of instrument available. Customers desiring a high quality display other instrument makes may order the mounts without pre-drilled pilot holes for Ocean Clocks instruments. While Windward will not offer brass plaques or engraving services, the mounts are of sufficient size to allow for further personalization by the customer, on both sides, and below the mounted instrument. The 45 series mantle mount measures 20 1/8" L x 11" H x 6 1/4" D, and weighs around 2 1/2 LBS. Exact dimensions of the 40 and 30 series mounts was not available at the time of the press release. The exact release date and pricing is forthcoming from Windward Instruments. Availability of the mounts is estimated at 2-3 weeks for delivery dependent upon volume. Mon, 16 Oct 2006 00:52:22 GMT BellClocks.com will conduct server maintenance maintenance on Friday, 9/29/06 between 11:00 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. Saturday, 9/30/06 CST. During this time, bellclocks.com will be inaccessible for brief periods of time, with total downtime not expected to exceed 10 minutes. We appreciate your patience Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:15:50 GMT http://bellclocks.com Windward Instruments will launch “Maritime 24” 24 Hour Nautical Clock on September 15, 2006, making it available to customers through its online retail store, BellClocks.com. Customers desiring to place direct credit card orders may do so toll-free at: 1-800-210-0492. The “Maritime 24” is a high quality 24 hour clock, which combines unique design, and maritime tradition, to create a timepiece that is both colorful, and useful. The “Maritime 24” dial incorporates full color signal flags, enlarged and circled Arabic numerals, and “diamond” register indicators, to denote traditional “Relieve the Watch” at 00, 04, 08, 12, 16, and 20. Hours, minutes, seconds, and 5 second/minute increments are also registered. Traditional “peach” hour and minute hands, and a “stepping” red second hand complete the dial, which is housed behind a thick beveled glass crystal. The “Maritime 24” features casework of uncommon quality, and is available in a selection of traditional heavy, highly polished and lacquered brass cases. A chrome plated brass case is also available. All cases utilize traditional marine fittings, with machined back. The quartz 24 hour movement is accurate to approximately (+/-) 15 seconds per month, and is powered by a “AA” battery, with an average battery life of 18-24 months. Backed by one of the best warranties available (Full 5 Year Limited Warranty), the “Maritime 24” 24 Hour Nautical Clock is available through BellClocks.com (http://www.bellclocks.com) toll-free 800-210-0492. Information is also available by email to: service@bellclocks.com BellClocks.com is a division of Windward Instruments, the U. S. Distributor of Ocean-Clocks instruments. About Windward Instruments: Established in 1999, Windward Instruments is a Clock and Weather Instrument distributor, and manufacturer. Family owned and operated, Windward Instruments is focused on providing excellent customer service, and offering the highest quality Clocks, Weather Instruments, Navigation Aids, and related accessories Fri, 08 Sep 2006 13:39:18 GMT http://bellclocks.com/tide-time-clock-sale.html BellClocks.com has extended the Chesapeake Home Celebration Sale, which includes significant savings on Ocean Clocks localized tide time clocks, which display local high tide in local ports. It also includes the Shapel Moonphase Tide Time Clock. The sale has been extended through 9/30/06. To order, visit BellClocks.com, or call toll-free at: 1-800-210-0492. Tue, 22 Aug 2006 11:25:33 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html The Ocean Clocks Summer Sale at BellClocks.com has been extended through September 15th. These unique localized tide time clocks display local high tide in local ports, including the U. S. East Coast, the Bahamas, and the Puget Sound, WA. A high level of dial personalization is available at nominal cost, including names, dates, sailing pennants, and customer images. The sale includes all Brass and Chrome Tide Time clock models. To order, visit BellClocks.com, or call toll-free at: 1-800-210-0492. Sun, 20 Aug 2006 11:33:24 GMT http://bellclocks-com.blogspot.com/ BellClocks.com receives numerous inquries and questions every day regarding our clock repair service, and related items. For convenience, we have answered some of the most FAQs at our BellClocks blog, and will be including a clock repair "Information" section at bellclocks.com and windwardinstruments.com soon. Thu, 03 Aug 2006 14:32:17 GMT http://bellclocks.com/shapel-tide-time-clock.html New product available at BellClocks.com. The Shapel Moonphase Tide Time Clock is available, and ships complete with mounting plaque in New Zealand Pine, or Blue MDF Wood. This unique clock displays tide, time and moonphase on one easy to read 8.5 inch dial. BellClocks.com is the exclusive U.S. retailer of the unique timepiece, with introductory pricing of only $159.00, through 8/31/06. Sat, 22 Jul 2006 16:33:07 GMT http://bellclocks.com/tide-time-clock-sale.html BellClocks.com celebrates the Chesapeake Bay area lifestyle with special pricing on all Ocean Clocks localized tide time clocks and barometers for that area. The event is in conjunction with the July/August issue of Chesapeake Home Magazine, which features Ocean Clocks instruments. The "Chesapeake Home Celebration" will feature the following models: Ocean Clocks "Tides of Maryland" tide time clock. Ocean Clocks "Tides of Chesapeake Bay" tide time clock. Ocean Clocks "Tides of Deleware" tide time clock. Ocean Clocks "Tides of Virginia" tide time clock. Matching barometers for each model are also available, at reduced event pricing. The reduced pricing applies to orders received via bellclocks.com secure shopping cart, by mail (check or money order), or by the toll free customer phone: 1-800-210-0492. The Chesapeake Home Celebration will continue through August 31, 2006. Wed, 12 Jul 2006 11:45:18 GMT On July 3 BellClocks.com announced it was considering Google Checkout as an additional payment method for it's customers. Today BellClocks.com announced it has rejected the Google Checkout system in it's current form, apologizing for any inconvenience. In a statement, Windward Instruments who owns and operates BellClocks.com, said that Google Checkout was unfit for use by merchants or customers. Citing several issues, Mike Ratican, Business Director for Windward Instruments, balked at the numerous blogs and reviewers who have labelled Google Checkout as a "PayPal killer". "It's anything but a PayPal killer" said Ratican. "Google's inability to process international payments, purchase limits placed on some customers, and a "payout" limit Google has imposed on most merchants, are truly ridiculous". He continued: "It is entirely possible that Google Checkout will cause many more problems for shoppers than it will solve". In addition to service issues, Windward Instruments was concerned at Google's inability to answer some basic security questions in regards to it's service, beyond providing a copy of their published FAQs. Wed, 05 Jul 2006 16:33:34 GMT http://www.bellclocks.com BellClocks.com is considering the use of Google Check Out for our customers, as an additional payment method. We currently offer several payment methods to our customers, both online and by toll-free phone, including all major credit cards, PayPal, and Personal Checks. We believe the addition of Google Check Out may offer added convenience for our online shoppers. We are soliciting shopper comments regarding the addition of Google Check Out to BellClocks.com. Please visit www.bellclocks.com, then click on the "email us" link below our logo (top left). Mon, 03 Jul 2006 12:42:41 GMT http://bellclocks.com/maximum%20weather.html BellClocks.com is featuring several of the most popular Maximum Instruments Weather Stations, in our latest promotion. Special pricing, and free shipping on some of the most popular Maximum stations, including the Portland, and Hatteras (2 instrument), and Montauk, and Blackwatch (3 instrument). Tue, 27 Jun 2006 13:50:46 GMT http://bellclocks.com/oceanclocksmain.html These most unique localized Tide Time Clocks are available for every East Coast U. S. State, and are on sale through August 31st. http://www.chesapeakehome.com BellClocks.com will feature our Chesapeake Home Celebration Sale in July - August