observer Marine barometer - Brass, Glass - Grote marine barometer
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A brass and glass marine barometer from the 1960s–1970s, made in Germany by observer, measuring atmospheric pressure with a second adjustable pointer and dimensions 22 × 22 × 7.5 cm in good used condition with minor signs of aging.
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This is a brass barometer, an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure.
It measures air pressure, usually in hectoPascal (hPa) or millibar (mbar).
The needle indicates the current air pressure, which can be used to predict weather changes (RAIN, CHANGE, FAIR).
Models like this are often found as marine instruments.
Air pressure worldwide typically ranges from 940 to 1060 hPa.
A second, adjustable pointer can be set manually to track whether the pressure is rising or falling.
Observer barometers, especially the nautical brass specimens, are primarily made in Germany, often by manufacturers such as the Jakob Maul company in Zell, known for this type of marine instrument.
Although they are sold as vintage items and sometimes date from the second half of the 20th century, Germany remains an important production location for this type of quality barometers. C
• Origin: Germany is the main source, with mentions of "Made in Germany" on the instruments.
• Manufacturers: Notable producers include the Jakob Maul company, based in Zell, Germany
• Type: They are often high-quality, compensating brass barometers for nautical use, but also examples for home use.
This is a brass barometer, an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure.
It measures air pressure, usually in hectoPascal (hPa) or millibar (mbar).
The needle indicates the current air pressure, which can be used to predict weather changes (RAIN, CHANGE, FAIR).
Models like this are often found as marine instruments.
Air pressure worldwide typically ranges from 940 to 1060 hPa.
A second, adjustable pointer can be set manually to track whether the pressure is rising or falling.
Observer barometers, especially the nautical brass specimens, are primarily made in Germany, often by manufacturers such as the Jakob Maul company in Zell, known for this type of marine instrument.
Although they are sold as vintage items and sometimes date from the second half of the 20th century, Germany remains an important production location for this type of quality barometers. C
• Origin: Germany is the main source, with mentions of "Made in Germany" on the instruments.
• Manufacturers: Notable producers include the Jakob Maul company, based in Zell, Germany
• Type: They are often high-quality, compensating brass barometers for nautical use, but also examples for home use.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Grote marine barometer
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Brass, Glass
Manufacturer/ Brand
observer
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7.5 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
22 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
Type
Marine barometer
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