Early Young Transit in Really Nice Condition

This is a sweet little transit. Robert Miller's Young instrument dating guide puts this as an early 1853 transit.

In 1875, the Engineer News magazine published a fascinating and lengthy article about Young's invention of the transit, and the subsequent development of transits generally. The article walks thru the failings of the English Theodolite and details the great advantages of the sturdy little transits. Written by a surveyor who used early transits extensively for railroads. A great read - 1875 Engineering News Article.

I probably didn't appreciate the value and sturdiness of the early little transits until I read that 1875 article. I now realize just how important these little transits were to the development of the country. While relatively simple, these little transits are fairly cool, and have a great story to tell.

This #3302 transit comes with its original box and is perfect for display.


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