Description:
- Object ID: SHF 2015.01.39
- Made by: Gischard, Germany
- Model: n/a
- Serial Number: n/a
- Date Made: unknown.
- Approximate size: In leather case: 6 cm diameter, 2.5 cm depth.
- Accessories: n/a…
- Condition: Good
Commentary:
This altimeter is inscribed “Gischard” “GERMANY.” It also has the letters “compens” on the face indicating it is compensated for temperature. An inner scale measures atmospheric pressure in millibars and a outer scale is marked in meters up to 4000 meters. The outer scale can be rotated to calibrate the altitude to a known altitude.
The Gischard company was founded in 1874 in Hamburg, Germany. It ceased operation in the mid-to-late 20th century.
Source of Object: The altimeter belonged to Reg Watson ALS.
Notes: this is the only Gischard Altimeter in the collection.
References: Visit article The “Vagaries of that Instrument” – The Altimeter for more information.
Description by: Monroe Kinloch in 2017 and Gordon Olsson on November 22, 2025.