Cowley ancien niveau automatique de précision

Old Cowley automatic level, British-made precision instrument, probably from the mid-20th century, around 1950-1960. This professional leveling instrument was used in construction, masonry, civil engineering and surveying to determine height differences and check the horizontality of surfaces. Its automatic system allowed obtaining a horizontal line of sight without complex manual adjustment. Robust metal construction with a hammered gray finish, side optical sight and folding carrying handle. It bears its original plate “Cowley Automatic Level” as well as a French importer label “Forges de Vulcain – 3 rue Saint-Denis, Paris – Imported directly from Great Britain.” A beautiful vintage technical instrument testifying to the evolution of measuring and leveling devices. It shows signs of use, scratches and a patina related to its age. Overall condition in line with the photographs, operation and accuracy not tested. Highly sought after in the world of industrial design, scientific curiosities, antique medical technology, laboratory optics, steampunk, and rare measuring instruments. (theodolite, magnifier, sextant, spectacles, compass, microscope Ideal for a collector, industrial loft decorating, cabinet of curiosities, scientific display case or photo studio.

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