Bidspirit auction | Askania Tu-e 360 Theodolite w/

Askania Tu-e 360 Theodolite w/ K&E Case - A German-made precision optical theodolite manufactured by Askania and distributed by Keuffel and Esser Co. The instrument features a tan-enameled body constructed from metal with black adjustment knobs, a vertical telescope, and integrated leveling bubbles. The main pillar is printed with a black K+E logo, followed by a crown logo above the word ASKANIA. Further printed text reads CONTINENTAL ELEKTROINDUSTRIE AG, ASKANIA, BERLIN, Nr 645895, and MADE IN GERMANY. Below this, the model number Tu-e 360 is printed. The instrument is mounted on a circular base with three knurled leveling screws. The case features a black K+E logo and text reading KEUFFEL and ESSER CO. above a smaller Askania crown logo. The case is equipped with metal latches and a worn leather shoulder strap.Measurements/notes: 7.5 in. L x 15 in. H.