Rangefinder

Rangefinder in mahogany box

Scales: 1. Height scale on spring-loaded index arm graduated from 50-200 feet.
2. Range scale on micrometer drum graduated from 200 - 10,000 yds.

Horizon glass:Perpendicular adjustment by means of key-operated screw. Parallel adjustment by means of regulating screws

Index glass: Perpendicular adjustment by means of key operated screw.

Micrometer drum: Fitted with hinged magnifier and attached to a carriage which moves alongside index bar by means of a worm screw, operated by milled knob at front end of instrument.

In fitted mahogany box with brass carring handles 12.6" x 6.7" x 6.4" (32.0 x 17.1 x 16.2 cm) containing spare spring, mirror adjusting key, and directions for use.

Object Details

ID: NAV1089
Type: Rangefinder
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Keuffel & Esser Co
Date made: 1917
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 133 mm x 273 mm x 125 mm
Parts: Rangefinder