Theodolite - No78554 - 1960-1970 - Germany - Fennel Kassel
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The Fennel Kassel No78554 metal theodolite is tested and working.
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### Fennel Kassel – Vintage optical theodolite – Land surveying instrument – Germany
A classic optical theodolite from the German manufacturer Fennel of Kassel, a renowned producer of surveying and precision instruments.
This type of instrument was used by surveyors, engineers and construction professionals to precisely determine horizontal and vertical angles.
The theodolite features an optical sight, fine adjustments, bubble levels and various mechanical adjustment and locking options. The instrument is finished in a distinctive light green color and has a solid metal construction.
**Specifications**
- Manufacturer: Fennel
- Origin: Kassel, Germany
- Serial number: 78594
- Type: optical theodolite
- Application: land surveying and geodesy
**Condition**
The instrument is used and shows visible signs of age and use, including local paint damage and discoloration.
The sight is clear, despite the damaged spot on the inner edge of the lens (see photos).
Technical operation and measuring accuracy have not been tested. The instrument is therefore offered as a historic precision instrument, without warranty on geometric accuracy.
An interesting object for collectors of historical scientific instruments, surveying equipment and German precision engineering.
Please view the photos carefully for a good impression of the condition and the components present.
The instrument will be carefully packaged and insured for shipping.
### Fennel Kassel – Vintage optical theodolite – Land surveying instrument – Germany
A classic optical theodolite from the German manufacturer Fennel of Kassel, a renowned producer of surveying and precision instruments.
This type of instrument was used by surveyors, engineers and construction professionals to precisely determine horizontal and vertical angles.
The theodolite features an optical sight, fine adjustments, bubble levels and various mechanical adjustment and locking options. The instrument is finished in a distinctive light green color and has a solid metal construction.
**Specifications**
- Manufacturer: Fennel
- Origin: Kassel, Germany
- Serial number: 78594
- Type: optical theodolite
- Application: land surveying and geodesy
**Condition**
The instrument is used and shows visible signs of age and use, including local paint damage and discoloration.
The sight is clear, despite the damaged spot on the inner edge of the lens (see photos).
Technical operation and measuring accuracy have not been tested. The instrument is therefore offered as a historic precision instrument, without warranty on geometric accuracy.
An interesting object for collectors of historical scientific instruments, surveying equipment and German precision engineering.
Please view the photos carefully for a good impression of the condition and the components present.
The instrument will be carefully packaged and insured for shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
12 kg
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Fennel Kassel
Model/type number
No78554
Material
Metal
Country of origin
Germany
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
25.5 cm
Width
25.5 cm
Type
Theodolite
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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