Description
Found this at a yard sale. The owner said it was already old when her late husband used it for photography back in the 1950's.
Very heavy (maybe 15 pounds), very sturdy, wood looks like oak. The metal fittings might be brass but are very dark colored. Leg extensions have metal tips. Completely adjustable though the wing nut on one of the extension legs is frozen. The chains are also adjustable.
MARKS
Marked "Tripod Type A" inside the instrument base socket.
Marked A49170 on the top set of wing nut bolts.
Marked B-152060 on one of the mid-leg braces.
MEASUREMENTS
Overall length is 31 inches. Extension legs will add about 25 inches.
Category
Other
Medium
wood and brass
Distinguishing marks
Tripod Type A, A49710, B-152060
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
Overall 31 inches, extensions add about 25 inches.
Date Period
pre-1950's
Weight
App. 15 pounds
Price Paid (If known)
$10
For Sale?
No
Photos
Re: Vintage wood surveyor's tripod
Most of these date from the second quarter of the 20th century. We'd retail one of these cleaned up for about $150.00