The telescope magnifies 24 times and, equipped with stadia wires, it can be used for tachymetry. The horizontal and vertical circles are glass, and read directly to single seconds. The serial number probably means that this is the 18th instrument of this sort made for the market.This Wild theodolite has a steel frame, and weighs only 9.5 pounds.
Gave it to the Smithsonian in 1961, stating that it had had been delivered on April 12, 1924, and used until July 1960 in the Swiss Canton of Tessin. This example is marked 'Heinrich Wild Heerbrugg No. It was also highly successful-about 100,000 of these instruments were eventually produced. Make me an offer I am negotiable!ĭescriptionThe 'Universal Theodolite' that Heinrich Wild introduced in 1923, later known as the T2, incorporated a radically new design. I was told it was used to measure large tracts of forestry.
There is a small dent on the bullet case. It has been safely stored away for many years.Įverything is in great condition. On the bullet case it has the number 51307. Folks up for sale is this US Military issue Wild T2 HEERBRUGG Switzerland surveying scope with the original wood tripod. Ships only to the continental United States. A real and usable piece of American survey history! I can ship very fast for you last minute shoppers. The serial number dates this at 1951 to 1953. Included is the Instructions For Use manual, rain jacket, illumination for night surveying, eyepiece cover for sun shots, oiler, screwdriver and tools for adjusting the tribrach. The wood and metal shipping container was built specifically for this instrument and holds it snug and secure. Wild Heerbrugg T2 universal theodolite in great condition for it's age! This instrument was built for the United States Geological Survey. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. International Buyers - Please Note: All international shipping is handled through EBays global shipping.
Refer to pictures.Ĭomes with everythng pictured. Lenses are in good condition and clear including circles. All knobs, locks, and adjustments are functional and feel good. It has been sitting up for a few years so it will need to be calibrated. Wild Heerbrugg T1A is in good used condition.
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