18th-century Watchmaker's Planting Tool
A clockmaker’s tool made of brass and iron, known as a “planting tool” or “geared compass.” It was used to precisely determine the distance between the axes of a wheel and a pinion before drilling the plates of a clock or watch movement. The hinged frame holds four adjustable points and several iron locking screws. 18th-century European work.
Details: Period: 18th century, Materials: Brass and iron, Dimensions: 20.5 × 10 cm, Condition: Wear, oxidation, and patina consistent with its age.
Details: Period: 18th century, Materials: Brass and iron, Dimensions: 20.5 × 10 cm, Condition: Wear, oxidation, and patina consistent with its age.
300 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Brass
Length: 20.5 cm
Width: 10 cm
Reference (ID): 1851386
Availability: In stock
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