Description
14 in railway engineer’s level (c.1885). 4 in compass dial and 4-screw levelling head. This level may have been used on the Forth Bridge.
This level was previously displayed at the Forth Bridges Visitor Centre at South Queensferry.
Level
1987/002
14 in railway engineer’s level
c.1885
Additional information
| Acquisition Number | 1987/002 |
|---|---|
| Item Type | |
| Short Description | Railway level |
| Manufactured by | |
| Date of Manufacture | c. 1885 |
| Sub-items | None |
| Supporting Items | None |
| Makers Number | None |
| Marks | "Troughton & Simms, London" |
| Dimensions (mm) | 370 x 117 (max) |
| Donor | British Rail Engineer's Office, Waverley Station, Edinburgh (Loan) |
| Date Donated | August 1987 |
| Materials | Bronzed brass |
| Condition | Good |
| Display Location | William Arrol Building. Level 2. West Stairwell Landing. Case 15. |
