The Classic Mechanical World Clock That Maps Time Itself
The Original Kilburg Geochron is the most iconic mechanical world timepiece ever created—an elegant wall-mounted map that simultaneously tracks time, daylight, and Earth’s rotation with extraordinary precision. Since its invention, it has become the gold standard for professionals, institutions, and collectors who demand a tangible, real-time understanding of global time zones.
Beneath its clean white panel lies a marvel of engineering: a continuously moving world map driven by a precision electric motor, perfectly synced with the Earth’s rotation.
🕰️ What the Geochron Displays — All in Real Time:
🌐 Time & Geography Data Displayed
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✅ Legal Time Zones (with blue boundary lines) |
✅ Local Apparent Time |
✅ Greenwich Mean Time |
✅ Greenwich Apparent Time |
✅ Sunrise and Sunset Lines |
✅ Daylight Duration by Latitude |
✅ Solar Meridian Passage |
✅ Sun’s Equation of Time |
✅ Degrees of Latitude and Longitude |
Each time zone is clearly marked and corresponds with a lettered index at the top of the map, matching standard time zones and international shortwave radio prefixes.
🗺️ Mapset: Topographical
This version features the Topographical Mapset, presenting the Earth’s natural terrain in rich detail—mountain ranges, rivers, plateaus, deserts, and ocean depths—ideal for those who prefer a physical geography perspective.
(Prefer political boundaries and capitals instead? Ask us about the Geopolitical Mapset option.)
🎨 Finish & Custom Options
Feature |
Details |
Front Panel |
White satin-finish panel for a clean, modern aesthetic |
Trim Options |
Black, Silver, or Gold – framing the face, date, and time bands |
Time Band Format |
Choose between 12-hour or 24-hour time display along the top |
Mounting |
Surface-mounted (not recessed) for simple wall installation |
📐 Dimensions & Specifications
Attribute |
Measurement |
Width |
870 mm |
Height |
570 mm |
Depth |
120 mm |
Weight |
Approx. 15–18 kg |
Power Source |
Mains powered (AU/NZ-compatible plug supplied) |
Build Type |
Hand-assembled to order in the USA |
⚙️ Built-to-Order Precision
Each Original Kilburg Geochron is individually handcrafted and calibrated to your specifications. When placing your order, you’ll be asked to choose:
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Trim Colour – Black, Silver, or Gold
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Time Display Format – 12-hour or 24-hour time band
Production begins as soon as your order is confirmed. Please allow 2–3 weeks for custom assembly and delivery.
🧭 Who Is This Timepiece For?
👤 |
Perfect For |
🏢 Business Executives |
A conversation-starting centrepiece in any boardroom |
🌎 Travellers & Pilots |
Track world time and daylight from a single glance |
🏫 Educators |
A tactile, visual teaching tool in geography and astronomy |
📡 Radio Operators |
Quickly locate shortwave zones and GMT offsets |
🎁 Discerning Gift Buyers |
An heirloom-quality gift of rare mechanical elegance |
🛒 Own a Functional Work of Art
The Original Kilburg Geochron is more than a world clock—it is a kinetic sculpture, a live global tracker, and a centrepiece of cartographic sophistication. Its continuous movement, intricate display, and timeless design make it a cherished addition to any space where global awareness matters.
🌞 Order now and begin your journey with the only clock that maps the Earth in real time.