Surveying Instrument Collection
Maker |
Grey & Rushton (Coventry, England) |
Model |
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Serial Number |
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Dimensions |
Height 720 mm |
Image |
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Description |
According to a son in law (C. Mills) of the manufacturer (John Rushton), this Vernier Height Gauge is made of 'gauge steel', a high carbon steel hardened and tempered in oil. The instrument was generally used in conjunction with a surface plate and a sriber to mark (scribe) the height of a work piece.
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History & comments |
The company of Grey & Rushton was formed in 1941 and continued production of inspection tools until about 1967 at their premises at 93 Far Gosford Street, Coventry and Clinton Street, Leamington Spa. |
Conservation |
In a fine wooden box |
Condition |
Mild rust on metal surface |
Remarks |
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Dates |
Manufactured in 1950 (approx). Catalogued in 1997 & 2005 |