An original theodolite or Surveyor's level dating from the early 20th Century. The Theodolite itself has a gun metal finish and is made from lacquered brass with brass fittings. It is engraved with the maker "Stanley, Great Turnstile, Holborn, London. 103438".
It is a high quality instrument with an extendable telescope, two spirit levels and adjustment screws in the base to ensure it is exactly level. It screws into a mount that could then sit atop a tripod. It also comes with an additional brass lens.
It comes in its original fitted box which has a lovely aged patina. The box is in good order and displays well. Below the lid is a paper label from W.F.Stanley which has the same serial number as on the level itself.
It is in good condition and displays well. The theodolite lenses are undamaged and they focus well with a good range and clarity. There are some small knocks and surface marks and some tarnishing to the brass but nothing detrimental.
