This top-notch BUFF & BUFF TRANSIT comes in its original wooden box witl accessories included. Made in the United States, this piece of surveying equipment is a fine example of quality craftsmanship. Its precision and accuracy make it a valuable tool for engineers and scientists alike. Whether you're a collector or a professional, this transit is sure to impress. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this impressive piece of history.
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BOTTOM LINE IS THIS IS A TRULY NEAT VINTAGE TRANSIT. iIM NO EXPERT ON TRANSITS SO NOT SURE IF IT'S AN ENGINEER OR SURVEYING TRANSIT. SO WILL JUST RELATE WHAT i SEE:: NO OBVIOUS OPTICAL DAMAGE, COMPASS & COMPASS LOCK WORKS WELL, BUBBLES OK. THE EYEPIECE IS VERY TIGHT & DON'T WANT TO FORCE IT, BUT WHEN YOU OPEN THE SHUTTER YOU CAN SEE LIGHT. VIEWING THROUGH THE OBJECTIVE SHOWS NO OBVIOUS OPTICAL DAMAGE.. I HAVE NO SET UP TO CHECK FOCUSSING. THE OVERALL COSMETIC CONDITION IF 95%+!!! THE BLACK DIAL IS WELL ENGRAVED WITH "WM AINSLEY & CO, DENVER, COLORADO. THE PAPER LABELS IN I N GOOD CONDITION AND IT COMES WITH SOME SORT OF TOOLS ON THE INSIDE OF THE FRONT DOOR OF THE BOX ALONG WITH A NICE PLUMB-BOB!
MY TAKE IS THAT THIS IS PROBABLY A SURVEY OR ENGINEER TRANSIT FROM THE EARLY 1900S THINK THE DEVICE IS IN FINE ANTIQUE CONDITION. NO OBVIOUS DAMAGE SEEN SUCH AS BREAKS, CHIPS, DEEP SCRATCHES, ETC.,