• A pristine vintage UMF Ruhla Gardé 2nd generation mechanical chess clock from the mid-1960s (Made in GDR), viewed from the front-right on a green felt surface. The clock features a solid dark wood case and crisp white dials with the distinct 'GARDE' logo. A blurred wooden chessboard and pieces, including a Rook and Pawn, are in the background.
  • Mint condition vintage UMF Ruhla Gardé 2nd generation mechanical chess clock from the 1960s, displayed alongside its rare original cardboard factory box with a visible reference stamp. The dark wood timer sits on green felt with a softly blurred chessboard behind it.
  • Bottom view of the vintage UMF Ruhla Gardé 2nd generation mechanical chess clock, revealing the original black factory numbers stamped on the light wood base. The clock is resting flat on a green felt surface, with a wooden chessboard and epoxy pieces subtly visible in the background.
  • Rear view of the mint condition vintage UMF Ruhla Gardé 2nd generation mechanical chess clock. The solid dark wood case shows the dual integrated wind-up keys and setting knobs on silver back-plates. The clock rests on green felt with a softly blurred wooden chessboard in the background, highlighting the authentic dual mechanism.
  • Top view of the vintage UMF Ruhla Gardé 2nd generation mechanical chess clock being tilted forward by a hand. The image highlights the solid dark wood top and the two shiny metal push buttons used to operate the timer, set against a softly blurred wooden chessboard in a sunny outdoor background.
  • Front-left angle view of a mint condition vintage UMF Ruhla Gardé 2nd generation chess clock from the 1960s. Resting on a green felt surface, the mechanical GDR timer displays its solid dark wood case, clear dual dials with red flags, and a softly blurred wooden chessboard in the background.
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Personalisation

We can add a custom engraving just for you — like a company logo or an anniversary message.
We also create resin inlays and wood combinations (intarsia).
Simply include your request in the order notes, or email us later with your order number.
We’ll stay in touch throughout the process.

Lead Time

Lead Time

We are a small workshop, not a big factory. Every board is handmade with care specifically for you.

Current production time for wall-mounted boards is around 1 month. However, timing can vary slightly depending on our workload. If you need your order for a specific occasion, please send us an email – we’ll do our best to help!

Worldwide Shipping & Customs

Global Delivery & Safety
We ship our chessboards worldwide with extreme care. Our pieces have safely reached collectors in the USA, Singapore, Argentina, UK, Norway, Ukraine, and throughout Europe. We ensure your order is packed securely to arrive at your doorstep in perfect condition.

Non-EU Customers (USA, UK, Norway, etc.) – Important!
Living outside the European Union? We know that customs and taxes can be a concern. Don't worry – we have experience navigating these requirements.

Before placing an order, please use our contact form to share your location and the item you wish to purchase.

  • We will calculate the exact shipping cost to your door.
  • We can check the current tax/duty requirements for your country.
  • Often, we can prepare a custom order link for you with a more favorable final price or specific shipping terms to ensure a smooth, surprise-free delivery.

Location not listed?
If your country is not on our list, or if you are ordering smaller items (accessories), simply contact us. We will provide a custom quote immediately.

Returns & Satisfaction

We strive for 100% satisfaction.
As an art workshop, we want you to love your chess set. However, please note the distinction between our products:

  • Bespoke & Personalized Items: Because these pieces are crafted specifically to your order (custom size, wood, engraving), they are not eligible for return. They are made exclusively for you.
  • Standard Items: Regular products can be returned within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. In this case, the buyer covers the return shipping costs.

Any issues?
Before you worry about regulations, simply contact us directly. We are people, not a corporation, and we solve problems amicably.

Full terms and conditions are available in the footer.

Ruhla Gardé (Gen 2) | Mint Condition with Original Box | 1960s East Germany

€280,00 EUR
€280,00 EUR
Sale Sold out
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Ruhla Gardé (Gen 2) | Mint Condition with Original Box | 1960s East Germany

€280,00 EUR
€280,00 EUR
Sale Sold out

A 2nd Generation Gardé in Exceptional, Original Condition

This is a genuine 2nd Generation UMF Ruhla Gardé chess clock, made in East Germany in the mid-to-late 1960s. Gardé clocks debuted at the 1960 Leipzig Chess Olympiad and went on to time some of the most famous games in chess history, including Fischer vs. Spassky in 1972. This generation marks the brand's first simplified design — a solid dark wood case with the Gardé logo, and no light stripe across the front, distinguishing it from the earlier 1st Generation model.

Want the full story behind all four Gardé generations? Read our complete collector's guide.

The Set

What makes this offer stand out is its original packaging — the clock comes with its factory box, stamped with the reference numbers 91-31-02-30 and 0-5851. 

Condition Report

Status: Mint

  • Case: Solid dark wood, no discoloration, no dents, sharp edges — remarkable for a piece of this age.
  • Face: Clean, legible, original matte finish. Gardé branding and Ruhla movement signature crisp and undamaged.
  • Movement: Fully tested. Runs smoothly on both sides, flag-fall indicator functions precisely as intended.

Technical Data

  • Model: Ruhla Gardé (2nd Generation)
  • Era: Mid–late 1960s
  • Origin: Made in GDR (East Germany)
  • Case: Solid dark wood, no stripe (simplified 2nd Gen design)
  • Dimensions: approx. 22.4 × 12.4 × 5.6 cm
  • Weight: approx. 785 g
  • Includes: Clock, original box (ref. 91-31-02-30 / 0-5851)
  • Mechanism: Fully mechanical, wind-up, dual dial with flag-fall indicator

Part of a private vintage chess clock collection curated by a FIDE Master. Explore the full Gardé and vintage chess clock collection.

Personalisation

We can add a custom engraving just for you — like a company logo or an anniversary message.
We also create resin inlays and wood combinations (intarsia).
Simply include your request in the order notes, or email us later with your order number.
We’ll stay in touch throughout the process.

Lead Time

Lead Time

We are a small workshop, not a big factory. Every board is handmade with care specifically for you.

Current production time for wall-mounted boards is around 1 month. However, timing can vary slightly depending on our workload. If you need your order for a specific occasion, please send us an email – we’ll do our best to help!

Worldwide Shipping & Customs

Global Delivery & Safety
We ship our chessboards worldwide with extreme care. Our pieces have safely reached collectors in the USA, Singapore, Argentina, UK, Norway, Ukraine, and throughout Europe. We ensure your order is packed securely to arrive at your doorstep in perfect condition.

Non-EU Customers (USA, UK, Norway, etc.) – Important!
Living outside the European Union? We know that customs and taxes can be a concern. Don't worry – we have experience navigating these requirements.

Before placing an order, please use our contact form to share your location and the item you wish to purchase.

  • We will calculate the exact shipping cost to your door.
  • We can check the current tax/duty requirements for your country.
  • Often, we can prepare a custom order link for you with a more favorable final price or specific shipping terms to ensure a smooth, surprise-free delivery.

Location not listed?
If your country is not on our list, or if you are ordering smaller items (accessories), simply contact us. We will provide a custom quote immediately.

Returns & Satisfaction

We strive for 100% satisfaction.
As an art workshop, we want you to love your chess set. However, please note the distinction between our products:

  • Bespoke & Personalized Items: Because these pieces are crafted specifically to your order (custom size, wood, engraving), they are not eligible for return. They are made exclusively for you.
  • Standard Items: Regular products can be returned within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. In this case, the buyer covers the return shipping costs.

Any issues?
Before you worry about regulations, simply contact us directly. We are people, not a corporation, and we solve problems amicably.

Full terms and conditions are available in the footer.

FM Fudalej Michal Founder and ChessboArt Creator, chess lover

You won’t reach a helpdesk

— you'll reach me,

FM Michał Fudalej — FIDE Master, chess player, and the person who designs, builds, and inspects every board before it leaves the workshop.

Every ChessboArt piece passes through one pair of hands — mine. That's not a limitation. That's the whole point.

Questions, custom requests, or just want to talk chess? Say hi.

Contact Michał Fudalej

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