Fathom scale for depth sounder

Late nineteenth century fathom scale, made by James White of Glasgow and designed by Sir William Thomson (1824-1907). Patent for this type of gauge taken out circa 1870.

Object Details

ID: ZBA0452
Type: Fathom scale for depth sounder
Display location: Not on display
Creator: White, James
Date made: circa 1890
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 14 x 404 x 25 mm