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Wissler Instrument Co Transit 1930’s San Diego History - $250 (Spring Valley)
condition:
excellent
make / manufacturer:
Wissler Instrument Company
model name / number:
Surveyors Transit
size / dimensions:
Varies
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The Wissler Instrument Company was founded in 1891 by Adolph Wissler after acquiring the mathematical instrument business of Blattner & Adam. Its industry was manufacturing precision surveying instruments, and its headquarters were in St. Louis, Missouri. The company was acquired by the David White Company in 1927 and continued in operation until 1944.
COMPANY NAMES
* Adolph Wissler (1891-1905)
* Wissler Instrument Works (1905-1919)
* Wissler Instrument Company (1919-1944)
PRODUCTS
* "Wissler" Levels
* "Wissler" Transits
This is a one owner, genuine artifact from the development of San Diego County. It is in perfect working order, and comes with its original box, Tripod & 2 Plumb Bobs.
Before my grandfather did street & utility construction in San Diego, my great grandfather worked for the Saint Louis Car Company. He brought out & set up Spreckles’ Exposition Trolley cars for the Panama–California Exposition in 1915.
Vintage Brass Surveying Transit Level with Wood Box. It almost certainly a Wissler since my Grandfather brought it out from St. Louis when he relocated here, but I don't see any markings on the item. He used it Pre & Post WWII to lay Sewer & Water lines with his contracting company.
Sold as pictured. Comes with what is pictured.
Please feel free to ask any questions about this item before bidding.
Condition is used with wear - see 7 attached photos
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Local pickup only by appointment