Maker

Vickers (England)

Model

S27

Serial Number

S27-0329

Dimensions

150 x 75 x 110 mm

Image

Description

Automatic surveyor's level with upright image. Minimum focus = 1.8 m. Magnification: 21 x. Features stadia lines on crosshairs.

Pendulum compensator with Eddy current magnetic damping. Setting accuracy = 1", Range = 15'.

In leather box (152 x 110 x 125 mm), with manual and plumbob.

With horizontal circle (2° divisions) and circular bubble on top.

Includes original tripod with yellow legs, red top, ball-and-socket head, with protective (red) cover: 1050 mm high, 140 mm diameter.

History & comments

Purchased in July 1973 for $240. Donated by Mr. John Armstrong (St. Ives) in July 2004.

Conservation

In leather case

Condition

excellent

Remarks

Promotional brochure dated 24.7.1973 with instrument.

Photo by JMR.

Dates

Catalogued in 2004 by JMR.