RA 8837 EARLY PATTERN G.W.R. SPLIT CASE BLOCK BELL ship-zone-e This key like all the

This key like all the keys from this area had their ends removed by the Signal Department to prevent unauthorised use

The rear of the case is hand engraved G

Similar frames like this were installed in Newport West and East boxes

This GWR bakelite plunger is in good ex box condition

RA 8837 EARLY PATTERN G.W.R. SPLIT CASE BLOCK BELL ship-zone-e This key like all theEvery single block bell has its own character and this ones no exception, this very old instrument has had a long history and originally started out as a "GONG" type with a wire sounder and a wooden sound box for amplification, the underside of the lid has GONG stamped in. This split case type with 2 brass button screws in the front top lid, these were removed and filled in with wood plugs and this modification is clearly visible. A very large "sheep