K & E #74 0000 1 MINUTE PARAGON TRANSIT WITH PLUMB Bob, Tripod and Grade Rods. For Sale

For sale is this 74 0000 K & E Paragon Engineer’s transitin beautiful original condition. Even the included rosewoodlaminate wood case is a beautiful piece. ThisKeuffel & Esser Paragon transit is a wonderful piece of engineering fromthe end of an era in the USA.K & E\'s Paragon transits were one of the last American made transits offered for sale in the United States. The Keuffel &Esser Co. had had a long and notable run in the industry beginning as far backas the 1860\'s.

The transit itself stands about14\" tall and it has a 12\" scope. The 4 1/2\" verticalcircle / vernier is engraved on silver to 1 minute. The optics are clearand crisp. The crosshairs present and straight. The compass works as it shouldand the late serial number of 507041 is on a label under the glass. Ithas a 4\" gold plated needle. A fine instrument in superb conditionthat marks the end of an era and an American icon, the Keuffel & EsserCompany.

The transit is fully functional with all original accessories, the opticsare clear and blemish-free, brasswork is clear and shiny, and all motions are smooth---see photos. Accessoriesare as follows.

1. Brush
2. Screwdriver
3. Pins/adjusting tools
4. Magnifier
5. Plumb Bob
6. Rosewood Laminate wooden carrying case
7. Tripod
8. Lens hood [for bright sunlight]
9. Front lens cover
10. 16’ telescoping grade rod
11. 12’ [3 pieces] Threaded leveling rod

A rugged Nikon tripod is included that is designed for thistransit. I have used this transit to survey my ranch, set up corners for alarge ranch storage building, and have generally left it on display in theliving room mantle because it is in such great condition----the case matches myfurniture, and it stimulates lots of conversation with guests! It is truly a beautifulvintage unit.

I will pack this transit for safe arrival at your doorstep,and so the beautiful case is not damaged in shipment. Shipped fully insured.

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