Description:
This compact wood and brass pocket level features a smooth, pointed wooden body with a single glass vial secured in a brass housing. Designed for portability and precision, this level was likely used in carpentry or cabinetmaking. The patina and craftsmanship suggest decades of use and care.
Era:
Early 20th Century
Style:
Industrial Tool
Technique:
Hand-assembled; brass inset with glass vial; precision wood shaping
Tools Used:
Wood lathe, hand plane, brass screws, glassblowing (for vial), hand file
History:
Pocket levels like this were essential for tradespeople needing accuracy on the go, often carried in aprons or toolboxes.
Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown
Measurements:
9" L x 1¼" W x ¾" T
Suggested Weight:
0.5 lb
Item Number : P12418
Category : Misc Tools
Brand : UK
