Sinclair Harding
Cheltenham, United Kingdom · Est. 1968
Founded by Robert Bray
British horological workshop based in Cheltenham, Sinclair Harding is one of the few remaining manufacturers of high-quality mechanical clocks and watches in the United Kingdom. Known for skeleton movements, tourbillons and exquisitely finished English-style lever escapements, the brand represents the pinnacle of traditional British clockmaking.
- Founded
- 1968
- Headquarters
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Luxury
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Doily Clock — A striking skeleton table clock with visible wheels and escapement, combining 18th-century horological tradition with modern precision manufacturing.
- Doily with Moon Phase — An enhanced version of the signature Doily Clock adding a moonphase complication, displaying the lunar cycle through a hand-painted disc.
- Congreve Rolling Ball Clock — A mesmerising table clock based on the 1808 design by Sir William Congreve, using a rolling ball on an inclined zigzag track to regulate timekeeping.
Timeline
- 1968 — Robert Bray founds what becomes Sinclair Harding in Cheltenham, England, dedicated to producing fine British mechanical clocks.
- 1990 — The Congreve Rolling Ball Clock becomes the brand's signature piece, displayed in luxury retailers and collectors' homes worldwide.
- 2010 — Expands into wristwatch production alongside its clock heritage, bringing British mechanical craftsmanship to the wrist.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sinclair Harding
- What is a Congreve Rolling Ball Clock?
- Based on Sir William Congreve's 1808 patent, it uses a steel ball rolling down a zigzag track on a tilting table to regulate a clock mechanism. Sinclair Harding's version is the most refined modern production of this historical design.
- Does Sinclair Harding make wristwatches?
- Primarily known for fine mechanical clocks, Sinclair Harding has expanded into a limited range of wristwatches, applying the same British handcraft tradition to smaller-scale horology.
- Where is Sinclair Harding based?
- Sinclair Harding is based in Cheltenham, England. The company manufactures precision clocks and timepieces in its workshops in the Cotswolds region, maintaining a tradition of English clockmaking craftsmanship.