RARE ANTIQUE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER HAHL PNEUMATIC MASTER CLOCK
Lot #1
Item: f7ec-6088459

Chisholm, MN

This Lot is:

Closed

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 7:39pm CDT

High Bidder: #84991

Current Bid:

$2,575.00

Next Required Bid: $2,650.00

Location / Contact:
300 3RD AVE SW, Chisholm, MN 55719
Phone: 218-244-6188

Lot Description:


RARE ANTIQUE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER HAHL PNEUMATIC MASTER CLOCK

THIS LOOKS TO BE A COMPLETE SYSTEM, THAT WORKED WHEN TAKEN OUT OF SERICE

OAK CASE IS IN EXCELLENT TO VERY GOOD CONDITION.

SEE PHOTOS FOR MORE DETAILBRING HELP TO HAUL AND LOAD.

Hahl pneumatic master clocks, introduced in 1877 by Augustus Hahl, are rare, antique, pendulum-driven timing systems that used compressed air (pneumatics) rather than electricity to drive remote slave clocks in factories and schools. Known for their high-quality, oak-cased, industrial design, these systems were produced primarily in Chicago before being superseded by electric systems in the 1920s. Key Aspects of Hahl Pneumatic Clocks

  • Mechanism: The master clock operated on a pendulum, creating a precise air pulse every minute, which was transmitted through piping to slave clocks.
  • History: Augustus Hahl first developed this technology to avoid the unreliable batteries of the late 19th century. The company, later the Hahl Automatic Clock Company, was active until around 1918 when purchased by Time Systems Company.
  • Design & Identification: These clocks often feature oak cases with white enamel steel faces, sometimes with double-sided dials for industrial environments.
  • Rarity: Due to the complex, specialized, and expensive nature of the pneumatic tubing required, few complete systems remain in working condition, making them sought-after by collectors of industrial horology. Urban Remains Chicago +4
These, alongside Hahl Automatic Clock Co. Master Clocks and related slave clocks, are found in antique auctions and specialty collections. 

VERY HEAVY

SEE PHOTOS FOR MORE DETAILS

PLEASE BRING HELP, TOOLS, AND ANY EQUIPMENT YOU NEED TO GET ITEMS OUT OF THE SCHOOL.  NO HELP WILL BE AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR REMOVAL.


IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!

 

WE ARE ON A VERY TIGHT TIME LINE ON THIS AUCTION.

ABATEMENT BEGINS MARCH 17. NO ONE ALLOWED IN SCHOOL

AFTER THIS DATE ! 

 

  • No Appointment Needed: You may arrive any time between  8AM and  5PM. There is no need to schedule an appointment.

  •  

THE SCHOOL WILL BE TOTALLY INACCESSIBLE ON MARCH 17!!!!!.  ABATEMENT WILL BE IN PROGRESS, AND NO ONE

WILL BE ALLOWED INSIDE.


IF YOU CANNOT PICK UP ON THE POSTED PICK UP DAYS OF:

FRIDAY MARCH 13 8AM - 5PM

MONDAY MARCH 16 8AM - 5PM

 

 PLEASE DO NOT BID.

Inspection

Tue, Mar 10, 2026
09:00 am - 01:00 pm

Auction Closing:

Thu, Mar 12, 2026
07:35 pm

Removal:

Fri, Mar 13, 2026
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Mon, Mar 16, 2026
08:00 am - 05:00 pm

Removals are by appointment within the schedule above.

Bidding Increments:

Bid Range Minimum Increment
$0.01 - $75.00 $1.00
$75.01 - $150.00 $5.00
$150.01 - $250.00 $10.00
$250.01 - $500.00 $25.00
$500.01 - $1,000.00 $50.00
$1,000.01 - $5,000.00 $75.00
$5,000.01 - $50,000.00 $100.00
$50,000.01 - $75,000.00 $250.00
$75,000.01 - $100,000.00 $500.00
$100,000.01 - $2,500,000.00 $1,000.00

Buyer's PremiumCap
15.00%$1,500.00


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300 3RD AVE SW
GRADE SCHOOL
Chisholm
MN, 55719


Phone: 218-244-6188

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THE SCHOOL WILL BE TOTALLY INACCESSIBLE ON MARCH 17!!!!!.  ABATEMENT WILL BE IN PROGRESS, AND NO ONE

WILL BE ALLOWED INSIDE.


IF YOU CANNOT PICK UP ON THE POSTED PICK UP DAYS OF:

FRIDAY MARCH 15 8AM - 5PM

MONDAY MARCH 16 8AM - 5PM

 PLEASE DO NOT BID.

 

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FOR A LABOR FEE OF 35.00 AN HOUR (CASH)

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THERE IS NO PRESCHEDULED PICK UP, SO ANY TIME BETWEEN THE HOURS LISTED,

WE PREFER THE EARLIER THE BETTER.

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THE DAY AFTER OUR LISTED PICK UP DAY, THE SCHOOL WILL BE OFF LIMITES TO

ALL..

 

 

Bid History

35 Bid(s)
Bidder Placed High Bid
84991 ^
Mar 12 07:46pm
$2,575.00
107770
Mar 12 07:46pm
$2,500.00
84991 ^
Mar 12 07:44pm
$2,225.00
107770
Mar 12 07:44pm
$2,150.00
84991
Mar 12 07:41pm
$2,075.00
107770
Mar 12 07:41pm
$1,875.00
84991
Mar 12 07:40pm
$1,575.00
107770
Mar 12 07:40pm
$1,275.00
84991 ^
Mar 12 07:38pm
$1,200.00
107770
Mar 12 07:38pm
$1,200.00
84991 ^
Mar 12 07:38pm
$1,075.03
107770
Mar 12 07:38pm
$1,000.03
84991 ^
Mar 12 07:37pm
$950.00
107770
Mar 12 07:37pm
$900.00
84991
Mar 12 07:24pm
$650.00
107770
Mar 12 07:23pm
$400.00
522802
Mar 12 07:21pm
$375.00
107770
Mar 12 07:06pm
$350.00
522802
Mar 12 05:31pm
$325.00
360086
Mar 12 09:02am
$300.00
522802
Mar 11 05:58pm
$235.00
499732
Mar 11 11:31am
$225.00
116215
Mar 10 02:05am
$215.00
84991
Mar 09 04:56pm
$175.00
116215
Mar 05 11:00pm
$165.00
100319 ^
Mar 05 10:56pm
$139.00
116215
Mar 05 10:56pm
$134.00
100319
Mar 05 03:10pm
$106.01
451636 ^
Mar 04 11:41pm
$76.00
111027
Mar 04 11:41pm
$75.00
451636 ^
Mar 04 11:41pm
$51.00
111027
Mar 04 11:41pm
$50.00
451636 ^
Mar 04 11:40pm
$26.00
111027
Mar 04 11:40pm
$25.00
451636
Mar 04 05:42pm
$5.00