Description:
- Object ID: ALSA 2009.07.02
- Made by: Kern & Co.
- Model: DK2
- Serial Number: 39066
- Date Made: The serial number indicates this theodolite was manufactured during the period 1947 to 1949.
- Approximate size: 21 cm (h) X 12 cm (w).
- Accessories: Rectangular metal green instrument case with comparment for accessories (see commentary).
- Condition: Good
Commentary:
On the outside of the left standard of the theodolite is the markings “Kern AARAU SUISSE No 39066 DK2.” The characters “DK” in the name of the model indicates that it is a Doppelkreis (double-circle) theodolite.
The words “Kern AARAU” in raised lettering appears on both sides at the rectangular metal instrument case. There is a slide compartment in the base of the instrument case containing: 1 camel hairbrush, 1 rolled up lens cleaning cloth, 1 box end wrench with screwdriver on the other end,1 adjusting pin, 1 spare thread adapter ring, 1 small key. On the top of the compartment cover is a smoked eyepiece lens cover. The number “40677” is stamped in the inside of the case base.
Source of Object: Donated by Bruce Gudim, ALS (Hon. Life), Maltais Geomatics
Notes: The Society has only one DK2 in its collection.
References: Visit article Kern – 170 Years of History for additional information.
Description by: Entered by Ed Titanich on December 2, 2024.