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GE had some really interesting stuff back in the 1970s, featuring Nixie-like VFD tubes, solid construction, and largely discrete components. Most of these came in the form of clock radios, but I do know of at least one early-70s model that was a standalone clock, built almost to military spec, and fits the bill almost perfectly. Only catch is they are pretty rare and expensive...
Westclox was an early pioneer in digital timekeeping, and I own several of their early digital clocks. They were made in the USA, although not built quite like tanks. They are very simple electronically, and all of mine still work fine. These turn up on eBay occasionally, sometimes NOS, and rarely go for more than $30.
I'll try and dig up model numbers, etc. for you when I get home.
Hope this could be of some help!
-Tim
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