Lot # 93 - Collection of Three Antique Pocket Scientific Instruments Untested

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 10-Nov-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 17-Nov-2026 8:32:00 PM
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Collection of Three (3) Antique Pocket Scientific Instruments (Untested)A fascinating trio of early 20th-century, pocket-watch-form mechanical field instruments, ideal for collectors of maritime, aviation, or vintage scientific tools


-Keuffel & Esser Pocket Aneroid Barometer: Features a silvered brass hunter case with a flip-open protective lid. The inner dial is signed "Compensated / Made in England / Keuffel & Esser Co. N.Y." with weather indications (Rain, Change, Fair) and an outer altitude ring calibrated in feet. The rear case features a dedicated calibration port

-Henri Chatelain Multi-Dial Pedometer: An open-face instrument featuring a white enamel dial marked "Yards" and "Miles". Made in France by Henri Chatelain, it features a primary hand measuring up to 1,760 yards alongside twin subsidiary dials recording up to 10 and 100 cumulative miles.

-French Pocket Barometer & Altimeter: An open-face brass casing housing a dual-scale dial marked "Made in France". Features an inner barometric pressure track matched with a counter-clockwise outer gilded altimeter scale calibrated up to 15,000 feet.

Instruments show an authentic, aged patina throughout. The metal casings exhibit surface tarnishing, minor scuffs, and superficial wear consistent with field use. The dial faces remain clean and highly legible under their respective crystals. Offered completely untested for mechanical functionality, accuracy, or internal calibration. No presentation cases or original boxes included. Sold as-is, 


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We make every effort to describe lot items as accurately as possible. Expect normal signs of wear associated with antiques, vintage, and used items. We do not list every flaw. All items are sold AS IS WHERE IS. No refunds or returns. Sound Estate Company does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given may be approximate.

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