Two Davis & Son Universal Surveyor's Rules or Inclinometers

Description:

Two Davis & Son Universal Surveyor's Rules or Inclinometers, Derby, England, 19th century, a skeletonized brass example, and a boxwood and brass example, both with glazed compasses, twin folding sights, inclinometer scales, and dual spirit levels, both housed in their original cases, lg. 6 1/2 and 7 in.
Estimate $200-250

boxwood instruments case has broken hinges


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