Items Similar to Vintage Handheld Tachometer, English Tool Speed Gauge, Smiths Instruments, Decor
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10
Vintage Handheld Tachometer, English Tool Speed Gauge, Smiths Instruments, Decor
About the Item
This is a vintage handheld tachometer. An English, enamelled alloy and glass decorative tool speed gauge by Smiths Instruments, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Untested, but in fine decorative condition for the collector of vintage gauges
Displays a desirable aged patina throughout - minor wear commensurate with age and use
Dark painted enamel body with delightfully contrasted white dial
Measuring 6.5cm (2.5") in diameter, the dial reads from 0-500 revolutions
Circular disc attaches to the input shaft for measuring lathe speed or similar
Knurled adjustment knob to front selects the input speed from 500 to 50,000 RPM
Sliding lock button set to the side, with push-through action
Supplied within original leather covered case, original instruction panel to the interior
This is a fascinating vintage handheld tachometer, with a large dial and appealing mid-century industrial finish. Not tested as working, the gauge makes for a charming and interesting decorative piece. Delivered polished and ready to display.
Dimensions:
Case Width: 10.5cm (4.25'')
Case Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')
Case Height: 5.5cm (2.25'')
Gauge Width: 7cm (2.75'')
Gauge Depth: 4.5cm (1.75'')
Gauge Height: 15cm (6'').
- Dimensions:Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.86791stDibs: LU2645330941012
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2005
1stDibs seller since 2017
992 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Hele, Devon, United Kingdom
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllSet of Vintage Mortise Gauges, Four, Rosewood, Brass, Carpenter's Tools
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of vintage mortise gauges. 4 English, rosewood and brass carpenter's tools, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
Fascinating midc...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Vintage Draughtsman's Set, German, Drawing Instruments, Tools, Richter Pracision
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage draughtsman's set. A German, nickel silver drawing instrument set by E.O. Richter Präcision, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1930.
Five piece instrument set ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Drawing Instrument Set, German, Draughtsman's Tools, Schcenner, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage drawing instrument set. A German, nickel draughtsman's tool case by Schcenner, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1930.
Fine German instrument set in fold-out carry case
Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout
Silver nickel presents a lightly tarnished appearance, commensurate with age
Presented within a textured carry case with four fold design
8 pieces offering the essential tools for the travelling draughtsman
Comprises a pair of compass, two bow compass and ruling pen...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Nickel
Vintage, Handheld Bearing Compass, English, Oak, Maritime, Navigation, Sestrel
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage hand-held bearing compass. An English, oak, marine navigation aid with Sestrel dial, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
A fascinating maritime set
Displays a desirable aged patina
Oak handle and walnut deck box...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Nautical Objects
Materials
Oak
Vintage Fuller's Calculator, English, Bakelite, Brass, Mathematical Instrument
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Fuller's Calculator. An English, Bakelite and brass cased mathematical instrument by Stanley of London, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Beautifully pre...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Large Vintage Pantagraph, English, Brass, Scientific Mapping Instrument
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage pantagraph. An English, brass scientific mapping instrument, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
Fascinating scale and mechanical interest
Displays a...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
You May Also Like
Italy 1930s Ing Ferrero Double Strain Gauge Original Box Measuring Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Double strain gauge signed Brevetti F.lli Ingg. Ferrero Savona n.384583 mod E74 - S3, circa 1930, in its original box complete with accessories and magnifying glass.
It is an instrument used to...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century hand-held wood press is carved with a large mold used for shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean, or other regional fillings, mooncakes ar...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century hand-held wood press is carved with a large mold used for shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean, or other regional fillings, mooncakes ar...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Chinese Handheld Ink Block, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese innovations in ink, block printing and movable type fed the technological push toward expanding the written word's range of influence throughout the world. This printing push...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Elm
Antique Decorative Butcher's Steelyard, English, Iron, Weighing Instrument, 1800
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Early 19th Century Butchers Steelyard for Weighing Scale
A good original industrial piece, the balance has blacksmith made sliding hook for adjustment of balance weight
The Steel...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Industrial Scientific Instruments
Materials
Iron
19th Century Wooden English Barometer Antique Forecast Weather Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Wooden barometer measuring instrument English manufacture made in the mid 19th century, silver-plated brass dial engraved with meteorological indicati...
Category
Antique 1850s British Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Vintage Rain Gauge
Antique Altimeter
Antique Crank Telephones
Antique Galvanometer
Antique Gas Pumps
Antique Pocket Barometer Barometers
Antique Salter Spring Balance Scales
Art Deco Scale Penny
Avery Balance Scale
Azimuth Compass
Bock Steger
Brass Telescope Ross
Crank Telephone
Dayton Scale
Egg Timer Vintage
Glass Slide Projector
Grocery Scale
Large Vintage Abacus