Theodolite, E.R. Watts & Son

Theodolite, E.R. Watts & Son
Theodolite, E.R. Watts & Son

Description:

  • Object ID: ALSA 2007.02.01
  • Made by: E.R. Watts and Son
  • Model: Unknown
  • Serial Number: 3726
  • Date Made: Circa 1910.
  • Approximate size: Unknown.
  • Accessories: 1. Tripod for theodolite is ALSA 2007.02.02
    2. Carrying case is made of wood, the outside of which is covered with leather. There is a carrying handle and two straps which hold the case closed along with two hasps. One of the hasps is loose requiring that it be re-installed.
    3. Sun shade (brass)
    4. Lens cover (brass)
    5. Small round aluminum case (4 cm. diameter X 1.3 cm. thick). It was found in the carrying case. Though it fits in a niche that seems to be made for it, its purpose is not known.
  • Condition: poor

Commentary:

No. 3726, Theodolite (Brass Construction) Manufactured By E.R. Watts & Son, London England.

1. Tripod for theodolite is ALSA 2007.02.02.
2.   Carrying case is made of wood, the outside of which is covered with leather. There is a carrying handle and  two straps which hold the case closed along with two hasps. One of the hasps is loose requiring that it be re-installed.
3.   Sun shade (brass)
4.   Lens cover (brass)
5.   Small round aluminum case (4 cm. diameter X 1.3 cm. thick). It was found in the carrying case. Though it fits in a niche that seems to be made for it, its purpose is not known. See E.R. Watts 1910 Catalogue pages 20, 21.

Source of Object: Unknown.

Notes: The Society has only one in their collection.

References: Visit article Surveys were to be Astronomical for additional information.

Description by: Entered by Ed Titanich on December 3, 2024.