Times Ticking recently repaired a WWII Seth Thomas wall clock that was mounted on the USS Mayo during the Japanese surrender in 1945.

(PRUnderground) January 1st, 2026

Times Ticking, a Utah-based watch and clock repair specialist, recently completed the restoration of a rare American vintage Seth Thomas U.S. Navy ship’s clock with a direct connection to World War II history.

The piece, a two-wind-hole Seth Thomas ship’s clock, belonged to a client whose family history is deeply intertwined with the artifact. According to the client, the clock once hung aboard the USS Mayo (DD-422), a Benson-class destroyer that served actively during World War II. Most notably, the clock was present while the Mayo was stationed in Tokyo Bay during the formal Japanese surrender in 1945, a defining moment that marked the end of the war.

Over decades of use and storage, the timepiece needed a wall clock repair specialist who would ensure it could continue running while preserving its originality. Times Ticking was more than up to the task, approaching the repair with a conservation-first mindset.

Repairs involving military timepieces often require additional sensitivity, as these objects serve as both functional instruments and personal heirlooms tied to pivotal moments in history. For Times Ticking, the project reflected the broader mission of the company: restoring full function to legacy pieces so they remain living artifacts rather than static displays.

“Working on timepieces like this is incredibly rewarding,” said Jared Foster, President of Times Ticking. “We’re preserving a tangible connection to history and to someone’s family story. Knowing this clock was present during such a historic moment makes the responsibility even greater, and we take that very seriously.”

Seth Thomas clocks were widely used by the U.S. Navy in WWII due to their precision and durability at sea. Decades later, they often require specialized knowledge to service properly. Times Ticking’s experience with vintage American clocks allowed the team to perfectly restore the movement while respecting the clock’s wartime provenance.

With the repair complete, the family heirloom is once again operational and continuing its role as a keeper of time and memory. For Times Ticking, the project stands as another example of how expert Seth Thomas clock and watch repair can help preserve history, one tick at a time.

For more information on Times Ticking’s repair services, visit TimesTicking.com.

About Times Ticking

Times Ticking specializes in watch repair. A trusted repair center for watches and clocks, their personalized customer service is what sets them apart.

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