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The Dent Rolling Ball Clock
Inspired by centuries of Royal clockmaking. Finished for you.
A legacy that began in 1814.
Edward John Dent was one of the great names of British horology.
His firm built the Great Clock of Westminster, known the world over as Big Ben.
Dent chronometers sailed with Charles Darwin aboard HMS Beagle, and Dent regulators helped set the standard that became Greenwich Mean Time and the pips of the BBC time signal.
Dent London 1814 revives that name for a new era.
Designed in London.
Our Parliament Collection draws inspiration from the London landmarks the Dent name is famous for: the crenellations of Westminster and the Gothic Revival grandeur of St Pancras.
"The Dent St Pancras Limited Edition recreates a London icon for the wrist."
Esquire, October 2025
Custodians of Time.
Time is not only measured, it is shared. For more than two centuries the name of Dent has been part of London life, from the chimes of Big Ben to the departures beneath the vaults of St Pancras. We are proud to carry it forward.
The St Pancras Edition
A tribute to one of Europe's most iconic clocks, reimagined for the wrist.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dent London
Who is Dent London?
Dent London 1814 is a British watch company that revives the name of Edward John Dent (1790–1853), one of the most celebrated clockmakers in British history. His original firm built the Great Clock of Westminster, known as Big Ben. Today, as an independent company, we design modern luxury watches inspired by that legacy.
Are Dent watches still made today?
Yes. Dent London 1814 designs modern luxury watches in limited numbers. The Parliament Collection and St Pancras Edition are inspired by the landmark clocks that made the Dent name famous.
What makes a Dent watch special?
Dent London 1814 watches combine Swiss movements with British design. Each one draws inspiration from the landmark clocks associated with the Dent name, including Big Ben and the St Pancras station clock.
Did Dent really build Big Ben?
Yes. In 1852, Edward John Dent was commissioned to build the Great Clock of Westminster, later known as Big Ben. His firm completed the clock in 1859, six years after his death, and it remains one of the most famous public clocks in the world.
What is the connection between Dent and St. Pancras?
The St Pancras station clock is one of London's most celebrated timepieces, and its clocktower is a landmark of Victorian design. Our St Pancras Edition is a modern tribute to it. Dent London 1814 did not build the current station clock; our watch is an independent homage inspired by the original.