Description:
- Object ID: ALSA 2009.08.01
- Made by: Wild Heerbrugg, Switzerland
- Model: T16
- Serial Number: 245388
- Date Made: Date of production of this theodolite is 1978.
- Approximate size: The instrument (including the tribrach and carrying handle) is 33 cm (h) X 17 cm (w) (maximum width) X 17 cm deep (maximum depth),
- Accessories: The metal instrument (bomb) case is orange and black in color and is 35 cm tall X 23 diameter and is comprised of two pieces.
- Condition: good
Commentary:
This model of the Wild T16 was produced from 1973 to 1995 and it replaced an older model T16 that dated back to 1956. The T16 featured easily read scales and optimum placement of clamps and tangent screws which made for easy operation. Similar to the Wild T1A, it was ideal for traversing and cadastral survey work.
Source of Object: Donated by Irwin Maltais, ALS (Ret.), Maltais Geomatics.
Notes: The Society has a second T 16, ALSA 2014.02.05.
References: Visit article Wild – The Leader in Optical Theodolites for additional information.
Description by: Entered by Ed Titanich on December 1, 2024.