What's the best way to identify an antique piece of equipment? My father has an old K&E transit level we'd like to find information on, such as the year of manufacture, possibly the value. We have the model number, but that's about it. We've found similar equipment online, but nothing close enough to say, "Yep, that's it!" Any advice or information is appreciated.
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A worthwhile place to start is the Virtual Museum of Surveying www.surveyhistory.org, click on Museum in the left sidebar, and then go to the How Old Is My ...? link. That should give you some serial number-date of manufacture information. The only way I know to determine the value is to put it out there and see what's offered. It's a volatile market, especially now. Good luck!
Cheers,
Henry
Post pictures. We will most likely be able to tell you what it is and about what it is worth.
or who in North Aboyne may be using it ? 😀
http://www.surveyhistory.org/how_old_is_my_k_&_e%20Instrument.htm
Thanks guys, I'll try the places mentioned, and work on getting some pics posted. 🙂