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Solid Brass Plumb Bob with Twine c.1940

$50
£37.35
€43.30
CA$69.42
A$77.82
CHF 40.52
MX$950.16
NOK 514.41
SEK 487.61
DKK 323.05
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About the Item

ABOUT Solid brass plumb bob. CREATOR Gammon Reel Co. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1950. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Solid Brass, Plastic. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Works properly. DIMENSIONS H 8 in. W 2 in. D 1.5 in. HISTORY Unknown.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940-1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Tools SKU 0441stDibs: LU1280243759562

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