Historical information
This type of stopwatch is also referred to as a chronograph, and two sub-dials enables more complex time measurements. Often used in car racing and piloting aeroplanes, the owner of this watch – Dr Harry Jenkins – was enthusiastically involved in both. Manufactured by Melbourne watchmaking company, T Gaunt & Co and was founded by Thomas Gaunt in 1856. The company eventually closed in 1960.
Significance
This stop watch is one of the few orginal items within the Churchill Island museum collection and once belonged to Harry Jenkins.
Physical description
Large stop watch with three dials within the one face, with each dial having a dedicated hand and movements within varied increments.
