Vintage Alarm Clocks

Discover collectible vintage alarm clocks in a variety of sizes, colors, designs, and mechanical or quartz configurations.

Linden Mechanical

Travel Alarm Clock – Mid-Century 1960s Vintage Clock

$79.00

Seth Thomas Mechanical

Cast Metal Alarm Clock – Antique 1905 8-Day Serviced

$494.00

Peter Mechanical

German Brass Alarm Desk Clock – Vintage 8-Day Mechanical As-Is

$144.00

Seth Thomas Mechanical

Fashionette Alarm Clock – Mid-Century Brass Desk Clock with Box

$99.00

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Vintage Alarm Clocks for Bedside, Desk and Travel

Vintage alarm clocks capture the practical design and character of earlier bedside, desk and travel timepieces. Available examples may include compact folding travel clocks, traditional wind-up alarms, decorative desk clocks and distinctive mechanical designs. Because this is a small, changing collection, the specific makers, movements and styles represented will vary as individual clocks are acquired and sold.

Before purchasing, review the listed dimensions, alarm operation, movement type and winding requirements. A mechanical alarm clock may have separate controls or winding points for its timekeeping and alarm functions. Older clocks can also produce a more noticeable ticking sound than modern battery-powered designs, which may be important for bedside use.

Condition should be evaluated individually rather than assumed from the model or manufacturer. Cases, dials, hands and finishes may show evidence of age, storage or use. Each listing contains photographs and available operational details for the actual clock being offered.

Browse all vintage clocks to compare alarm clocks with mantel, wall and other collectible timepieces. Recent acquisitions appear among our newly added vintage clocks, while unused older-production pieces may be found in New Old Stock clocks. Current clocks across additional styles and brands are available through Shop All Clocks.