The layout is very aesthetically pleasing. I’m not the biggest fan of nixie clocks, but this one is very well done.

I’m assuming the builder found this clock housing sans clock movement. If so, he really has created a thing of beauty.

I have seen some tendency among steampunks to destroy genuine antiques in order to build their artwork. I’m hoping that’s not the case, here.

In any event, I would be very interested to see what kind of clock movement was originally in that housing.

Wish there was more detail on how he built it and what materials he started with. I’d love to know how trashed the clock was prior to the construction and if/what he had to restore.

Pure brilliance. Looks lovely.

Thanks for the great comments. The clock was originally one of these common reproductions (most likely produced in India) and housed a cheap clock work and a paper laser printed face. The potential to use the lens and the great patina was there and with some maneuvering the Nixie tube and its base fit very well. Brass is such joy to work with!

Ok, so that’s really cool and there are obviously skills involved. But, um, is it still “steampunk” if there are transistors and ic’s involved? Show me a steam powered nixie tube clock and then I’ll be impressed.

“but you have to respect projects where the design gets equal (or more) consideration compared to the function.”

sounds like a Mac….