TimelinkCrosley Vintage Art Deco Analog Alarm Clock, Quiet Sweep Non-Ticking, Automatic Dimmable Smart Light, Simple Controls, (Ivory) (Ivory)

The clock is very attractive and fits well with my mid century modern decor. It is quite heavy and the plastic resembles the old bakelite finishes from the mid century era. I really like the light up background, though it could be brighter. Very happy with the purchase. it looks great as a desk clock on my MCM teak desk.

Handsome little time machine. Well priced with all the features I need.

It’s a nice clock keeps time back light on low means it can be difficult to read in the night but having the brightness too high is not for me. Setting for back light is very low or very high no in between.

I usually write a basic review but this time I'm compelled to do a type of review that I've never done before. First time ever to include photos and a video plus a bit lengthier then usual. I found that there's a significant amount of negative/poor reviews that are completely inaccurate. I'm not sure why these people wrote what border on lies. Most likely just random occurrences of being genetically disenfranchised or predisposed to lower IQ; anyway...The Crosley Art Deco Alarm Clock is NOT "flimsy", in fact it's much heavier than I imagined, when I tapped on the case I could most definitely tell the plastic is thick.Insertion of batteries, simple. Operation buttons and knobs easy to use and very simple to set-up. The knob to set the time is very easy to turn in either direction. The knob to set the alarm is equally simple. The clock amits absolutely no operating noise at all. The backlight functions perfectly; though I can see how some people may have had trouble figuring it out, even though the instructions are so simple a child would understand them. The control for the backlight is the top most control which is a horizontal-recessed-wheel type that you easily move either to the left or right depending on the brightness you want. I don't use the backlight 24/7. I prefer using the special feature called: Smartlite. I think it's very cool; all you have to do to engage Smartlite is nothing. Just leave that little recessed wheel turned all the way so the backlight appears to be off. What happens is there is a sensor located on top of the snooze button/bar. As the day and the light wanes the backlight slowly becomes brighter as the room becomes darker. And you're also saving the life of your batteries by not continuously having the backlight on, which is a light that you really don't notice in a bright room. The snooze button/bar is obviously located on the top, it's long making it irrelevant where you press, the center, off center or the edge, it works! So even with your eyes closed, your fumbling fingers will find it, press down and click you get 5 minutes of snooze. You can repeat this ad infinitum but if you're still hitting the snooze after an hour then you should perhaps consider rethinking your wake-up time, my point being you can use the snooze several times. And when you're finally ready to drag yourself out of bed the off button, again, is simple to use, just slide it over. The actual alarm sound is an average digital sound, but this one starts off slow and low, then the alarm sound gradually ascends becoming louder; for me it's a gentle way to wake up! I feel it's the right size at 4"×6"; classic Art Deco curves and lines, timeless (no pun intended) black and white with a dash of red and a very handsome chrome-like trim. This alarm clock would be suitable in any decor. Well folks I think that's it. I believe I've covered everything. Please check out photos and video. I sincerely hope my review helps those of you indecisive and also to dispel false reviews. For $20 (if you have Prime and live in a tax free state...but still) this is an awesome deal for an awesome and beautiful functioning Art Deco alarm clock! My highest recommendation...ever!!Warm regards,Michael

Just love this clock