Description:
- Object ID: ALSA 2012.08.01
- Made by: W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, NY.
- Model: Unknown.
- Serial Number: 2155
- Date Made: Circa 1921.
- Approximate size: Unknown.
- Accessories: Wooden box is 17″ long X 91/2″ high X 51/2″ wide.
- Condition: good
Commentary:
Level engraved “W & L.E. Gurley Troy NY.” “s/n 2155.” This Wye level has a 15” long telescope. A similar level is shown in a 1908 Gurley Manual. Another source says the first two digits of the serial number represent the year of manufacture – in this case it would be 1921. Note the two clips holding the telescope.
Source of Object: This level was donated by Bill Tye and was owned by his father who was a civil engineer. His father worked for the CPR and one of his projects was working on the spiral tunnels at Field.
Notes: The Society has only one in their collection.
References: Visit article On the Bubble – Wye and Dumpy Levels for additional information.
Description by: Entered by Ed Titanich on December 19, 2024.