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Inclinometer Levels

Stanley .


A. Lietz / M. Attwood Clinometer Inclinometer / Level  This is an interesting Mining / Surveying related tool produced and sold by the A, Lietz Co. of San Francisco. These unusual surveying / mining related instruments came in 2 different forms, a metal bodied version, and this, the far rarer and more difficult to find wooden version. I could not find a patent for it or much other information using Google search. I could find no reference to or images of this wooden version, although I do know of one other in a collection.

They were primarily designed to be a pocket tool for use below ground in mines when doing shoring, timber layout and things of that nature.The ads found also tout their usefulness for above ground work. On one side is an inclinometer dial with the inventors name, Attwood and info about Lietz, the San Francisco maker and distributer. The clinometer scales are labeled "Fall of Angles"  On the other side is a small compass w/ 2 1/2 inch needle. It also has little flip up sight vanes, and two good level vials that look to be original.

Mr. Attwood's invention appears in the 1899 A. Lietz Co. of San Francisco catalog billed as their #87 Attwood's Clinometer. It still appears in the 1911 catalog. The 1911 catalog and the entry can be viewed in Google books with a search for M. Attwood Clinometer. Reference can also be found in 1896 J. C. Sala Catalog so the idea for this tool had been around before Lietz offered their versions. The catalog description lists out all the different mining jobs it could be used for, as well as mentioning using it above ground for rough surveys. The cost back then was $15.00

The overall condition is Fine w/ no real apologies or issues. There are minor losses to the original finish. This combination mining tool / inclinometer / Clinometer / compass measures approx. 6 x 3 x 3/4". The level vials are good, and the sighting feature works as it should. The lock feature for the compass and inclinometer function correctly as well.   Different.

Fine . . . . . $795.00     SOLD!!

Silas Downey 1891 Patent Inclinometer Level  This Silas Downey Patent Inclinometer Level was granted a Patent on September 29, 1891. They were sold exclusively by Orr & Lockett Hardware Co. a regional Tool distributer of that era. They were not widely distributed and do not turn up all that often. It is in very nice original condition.

Fine . . . . . $450.00          SOLD!!

Melick 1889 Patent 12" Mantle Clock Clinometer Inclinometer / Level  Patent was granted in 1889 to William B. Melick.  This Melick Clinometer Gravity Inclinometer is a metal frame Mantel & Pillar style. There are also wooden versions of the Melick Inclinometer that were produced. The back reads 'Manufactured By The Melick Clinometer Co. Pat. Dec. 3rd, 1889 St. Louis'. The dial face is also marked. The dial moves when tilted. Measures 12" across x 3 3/8" tall x 1 1/4" wide. Nice!!

Good + . . . . . . $395.00         SOLD!!

W.S. Batchelder Level - Inclinometer - Square  Patented 1867 by G.L. Chamberlin   A rare combination inclinometer level & square. Patent info on the bar. Note the heart cutouts. Good vial.  Nice!!

Good + . . . . . $495.00       SOLD!!

W. B. Melick "GRAVITY CLINOMETER"  This great looking unusual inclinometer / level was granted a patent on December 3, 1889. It was issued to St. Louis, Missouri inventor W.B. Melick. In addition to wooden models like this there are also metal mantle clock versions, and different styles of wooden ones as well.

This 30" wood-bodied inclinometer features a spring-activated dial inclinometer that can be stopped at specific measurements by a push button in the back of the tool. It operates well. There is lots of info inscribed on the face as shown in the pictures. The inclinometer face is very nice as is the cover plate. The overall condition of the wood body is very nice noting the branded initials on the front side. Different and Nice!!

Good + . . . . $275.00        SOLD! 

Deck Inclinometer Level    This is a nice level in super original condition. . All of its corners are nice and the pointer is here.

Good . . . . . .$695.00         SOLD

Helb Patent Railroad Level This classic inclinometer level has a great look, and is in nice condition.

Bottom . . . . . Good . . . . $225.00      SOLD

E. C. Durand 1893 Patent Combination Tool / Inclinometer / Level / Plumb / Indicator  This is a rare and unusual patented inclinometer / level. It measures 24" long and the body is made of walnut. It has seen little use and is in excellent condition with most of the original finish remaining. The card with the maker and patent info is nice.  It functions smoothly and properly.

The patent was issued in 1893 to E. C. Durand of Wellington, Ohio for a "combination tool". The patent number is 496,300. The patent comes up in a Google patent search, and it is a good match to the "combination tool" described and pictured in the patent. It makes for a good read as he describes the construction and features.

As far as I have been able to determine this is the only known example of this unusual "combination tool" inclinometer / level to appear on the market. A Google search turns up no info on Mr. Durand or his invention. I looked through 10 years of auction catalogs that included a number of other rare and unusual inclinometers and levels but saw no other by this maker. I have never seen another in any of the collections I have seen nor could I learn anything more from other collectors and dealers I spoke with..  A rare opportunity.  Highly recommended! 

Fine + . . . . . . SOLD!!

Brooks Patent #26 Stanley Universal Plumb & Level  / Inclinometer   This is a very rare and very nice condition level / inclinometer that was patented on August 29th 1854 by Lebbius Brooks of Great Falls New Hampshire. The patent number is 11,596 and you can view the patent drawings and write-up using Google.  Stanley bought the rights to it, and offered it for sale from 1860 to 1865.

There are but a handful of these levels known, and it can be assumed that Stanley made just one limited production run of them after purchasing the rights to the patent, but after slow sales and little consumer interest dropped the line in favor of simpler and less expensive to produce designs that were better sellers. 

Roger Smith wrote an article on these levels in the 1st edition of John Walters publication back in the 90's. It was written after the first one turned up years ago here in California and that collector communicated with Roger about it. Since that time just a handful more have come to market or been found.

This example is different from, and has an additional feature that the patent does not discuss. It has two brass sighting  peep holes attached on the top rail. that I have not seen in any of the other examples that I could find. The reprint of the Stanley Catalog i looked in also does not picture it or discuss it.  These appear to be factory and original, and not an afterthought. The paper label instructions on the side make no reference to this feature either.  It would seem that this is a rare and unique variation that was probably introduced to help with slow sales make make it more appealing to the prospective buyers.

The overall condition of this rare level is very nice.  It is 28" long. The body of the level is made of  a hard / heavy dark colored Mahogany. It is a 2 piece slab construction which is proper. There is some minor scuffing and dings in the wood as one would expect. The 3 x 5 paper instruction label is about 90% and readable for the most part. All of the level and plumb vials are full and appear to be original.

The Inclinometer feature is controlled by a bar running through the body to a pointer at the end. This bar is attached to the dial and has a trigger lock mechanism.  If I understand the patent and instructions the idea is that he mechanism that will lock the dial in any given position to reflect the angle that was determined. In addition there is a screw release on the side to lock in a result  This feature seems to function, but not through the entire range as far as I can determine from reading the instructions.The trigger works, and the dial is moveable a few degrees. I could not get it to turn through the full circle though if it is supposed to. The pointer at the end plate moves up and down, but not all the way in one direction if it is supposed to..

The brass end plate is inscribed with the patent date info and degree / slope charts. As can be seen in the pics these are clear and in fine condition.  Reading the patent on line was interesting, Brooks description is very precise, if not complicated, and confusing. This was a very novel and unique idea Mr. Brooks had for his "bar" level as he called it and it is a great piece for the collection of early and rare levels or antique tools.

A rare opportunity.  Highly recommended!   

Fine  . . . . . . SOLD 

Union Gravity Level Co. 28" Level / Inclinometer  The condition of this tall Aluminum frame inclinometer / level is very nice. The brass face is marked with the patent info and the location it originated from, Sioux City Iowa. James T. Reed of Akron, Iowa, was issued the in 1923.  The patent papers describe a rotating needle suspended by bearings in the glass cover plates, but the actual production model suspended the rotating pointers through a central brass disc on which the scales are engraved. A very nice and hard to find inclinometer / level.  

Good + . . . . $395.00        SOLD!!

Primitive Wooden Level / Inclinometer  There is no maker name, patent dates or other info on this early and unusual inclinometer / level. It measures 5" across the bottom and is constructed of several different kinds of wood. It originated from Western PA, but there is little other info available about he maker or if this idea was ever submitted for a patent or not.

As can be seen in the different pics below, it is functional. It was carefully crafted of all wood parts by the maker, even the bracket to hold the rotating pointer. The maker balanced and added weight to the pointer by inserting tiny metal weights into the body. Looking at the scales on the back side (side w/o paper), one quadrant is marked off in degrees 0 - 90 degrees. The upper quadrant is marked off in digits from 2 - 24. On the front side, these two scales are repeated, with an additional one in paper on the bottom right. It is marked off in single increments then the increments get to be twice as fine from about 30 - 45 degrees, before returning to the original scale. I am not sure why. Also note the 4 pins in the body of the level. One high, one low, and not all the way through. That is one high on one side, and low on the same end on the other side. Sounds confusing, but just look at the positioning of the pins in the different pics.

A one of?  Different and Nice!!

Good + . . . . .$695.00             SOLD!!

"Plumb - Level" Inclinometer Level Patented 1908 by Niels Jensen  This great looking unusual inclinometer / level was granted a patent on August 5 1890 to a Mr. Niels Jensen of Minneapolis Minnesota.The patent number is 433570 and it can be viewed using Google Patent search.

This 18" long inclinometer comes in its original felt lined box which did a super job of preserving it. It has a mahogany body with nickel plated top and bottom rails. The over condition is exceptional. This inclinometer / level features a small nickel plated plumb bob that swings and acts as  pointer against the grade scale. It also has 2 level vials set up as a plumb and level. The pointer operates well and both bubbles are good. Over 95% of the original finish remains on the body of the inclinometer and the same for the nickeled rails and dial. The inclinometer face is very nice as is the cover plate. A rare and unusual inclinometer of which just a few are known. Different and Nice!!

Fine + . . . . . SOLD!

Ewing 1889 Patent Gravity Inclinometer  This is very nice `18″ example of the 1889 Ewing Patent Inclinometer. It was patented March 19, 1889 by Alvan B. Ewing of Lewisburg, Tenn. His inclinometer hid the needle below grade so as to not be damaged or get out of wack. Made it kind of difficult to read at the same time. Very nice overall condition

Fine . . . . . $450.00          SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. Mantle Clock Level / Inclinometer  An early version w/o a top screw. Lots of original paint. Cleaned but not overly so. Overall very nice condition.

Good + . . . . . $195.00           SOLD!!

Henry Green 1891 Patent Level Inclinometer Rule Tool Attachment  The patent for this small inclinometer that fits onto wooden rules was granted on March 31 1891 to Henry Green of CT. He held several patents for similar tools. Tower & Lyon sold them. According to the Don Rosebrook book the manufacturer was The Acme Rule Co. of CT.  There are several different variations with this being the nickeled one.

Good +  . . . . . $125.00         SOLD!!

2 Henry Green 1891 Patent Level Inclinometer Rule Tool Attachments  The patent for this small inclinometer that fits onto wooden rules was granted on March 31 1891 to Henry Green of CT. He held several patents for similar tools. Tower & Lyon sold them. According to the Don Rosebrook level book the manufacturer was The Acme Rule Co. of CT.  There are several different variations with these being the copper flash model, and natural brass one.

Good +  . . . . . $125.00   Choice          SOLD!!

Davis
Levels & Inclinometers

Stanley .


L. L. Davis Mantle Clock Level Inclinometer  The condition is excellent. All original. The gold decoration is all original.  About as nice as one could ask for.

Fine . . . . .245.00     SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. Adjustable Spirit Level / Mantle Clock Inclinometer  This one has a top screw and the side stop adjust screws also are vertical. Lots of original paint and some gold decoration. Overall very nice condition.

Good + . . . . . $200.00      SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. Adjustable Spirit Level / Mantle Clock Inclinometer  This is the nicest example I have ever owned. It has great gold decorations and a nice overall patina. It has a top screw and the side stop adjust screws are horizontal. Lots of original paint and gold decoration. Far better than most.

Good + . . . . . $295.00         SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. Adjustable Spirit Level Mantle Clock Inclinometer  This one has a top screw and the side stop adjust screws also are vertical. Lots of original paint. Overall very nice condition.

Good + . . . . . $195.00        SOLD!

L. L. Davis Mantle Clock Inclinometer / Level   Lots of original paint remains on this 6" Davis inclinometer level. Nice!! 

Good . . . . . $150.00     SOLD!!

L. L. Davis Adjustable Spirit Level Mantle Clock Level / Inclinometer  This one has a top screw and the side lock screws come in on the horizontal. Lots of original paint & decoration. Cleaned but not overly so. Overall very nice condition.

Good + . . . . . $275.00     SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. No. 39 8" Machinist Level  The # 39 Davis Pocket Level at 8" long was the largest machinist pocket level of this style with acorn finials Davis L. & T Co. produced. It is seldom seen. Nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . . $400.00            SOLD!!

L. L. Davis #38 Level  Nice condition noting the owner F. E. Jackson stamped his name on the top plate.

Good +  . . . . . $80.00        SOLD!!

2 Davis Cast Iron Levels   All bubbles good. On top is a marked 4" Japanned #38  No rust or pitting. Very Nice!!  On the bottom is an unmarked 37 1/2 with attachment point to mount it to a square blade. It to is nice. The tag indicates it was bought from Dave Paling in 1982, a long gone well known CA dealer back in the day

Fine . . . . . $95.00 / Choice    SOLD!!

L. L. Davis # 38 Pocket Machinist Level  Davis offered this size level either japanned or polished. This polished example is in fine condition and has never been fiddled with. Very nice!!

Good + . . . . . $195.00      SOLD!!

Davis Pedestal Pocket & Square Level  As is typical it is unmarked. Nice condition. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.No finials. The bottom slot is 1/4" wide and wider than typical on these. Interesting.

Good + . . . . . $95.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. No. 37 1/2 Pocket Level for Square   This level has lots of gold highlights remaining. The pics do not do it justice.   Very nice!! 

Fine  . . . . . $50.00        SOLD!!

3 Davis Pocket Levels 3 different models. At the bottom is an unmarked 37 1/2. Next an unmarked 37. At the top is a six sided pocket level w/ finials that is marked Davis Level & Tool on one face, and Springfield Mass on another. Nice!!

37 1/2 - - - - - - Fine . . . . . $125.00       SOLD!!

37 - - - - - - - Fine . . . . . $95.00      SOLD!!

6S - - - - - - - - - Good + . . . . . $175.00        SOLD!!

Davis, Athol Machine, or Standard Tool Co 4" Pedestal Pocket & Square Level  As is typical it is unmarked. I have seen them offered as by all the named New England makers. Nice condition noting nickel loss No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Thick base is slotted to allow it to be attached to a square or other blade.

Good . . . . . $85.00         SOLD!!

Davis 4" Pedestal Level  As is typical it is unmarked. Nice condition noting nickel loss. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.

Good . . . . . $75.00    SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co No. 39 8" Pocket Level   The # 39 Davis Pocket Level at 8" long was the largest one they produced and is seldom seen. Nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . . $295.00     SOLD!!

Davis Patent MWR Co. 6" Cast Iron Level  The paint is original, and it has been nicely cleaned.  The bubbles are all good, and look to be original. A nice little 6" cast iron level that will display very well.

Good +. . . . .$75.00        SOLD!

M. W. Robinson / Davis Patent # 9 6" Cast Iron Level   All bubbles good. The original japanning is 90% or so and has been over coated as was the collectors habit. No rust or pitting.Nice!!

Good + . . . . . $125.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co 6" Cast Iron Machinist Level  Light rust that will clean. No structural issues. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. A hard to find level in a hard to find size.

Good . . . . . $75.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co, 18 Inch Cast Iron Level   Marked with Davis Level & Tool Co. name and Springfield Mass. location on one side plate, and with 2 patent dates on the other side plate. It is not a later and more common Robinson. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Very Nice.

Good + . . . . . $150.00       SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 12 Inch Cast Iron Inclinometer / Adjustable Spirit Level Patent and maker info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date. Early mark. This 12" Davis Inclinometer Level looks great. Good corners. Japanning is over 95%. Original mill marks on top of rails. About as nice as one could ask for!!

Fine . . . . . . $175.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 12 Inch Inclinometer Level  Info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date. Early mark. Look at all the original paint and decoration. Good corners. This 12" Davis inclinometer level is very nice!!! 

Fine . . . . . . $225.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 12 Inch Cast Iron Inclinometer / Adjustable Spirit Level This sale is for the Davis Level & Tool Co. 12" Adjustable Spirit Level Cast Iron Inclinometer pictured. Patent and maker info on the front dial plate. Patented Sept. 17 1867. This antique Cast Iron Inclinometer / Level is in fine original condition.

All 4 corners are good. Original japanning is over 95%. Original mill marks on top of rails. The bubble is good, pointer is original and the dial moves easily. '

Super condition. About as nice as one could ask for!!

Good + . . . . . . $195.00         SOLD on eBay for $225.00!!

L. L. Davis Adjustable Spirit Level 12 Inch Inclinometer   Info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date. Early mark. This 12" Davis Inclinometer Level looks great. Good corners. Japanning is over 95%. Lots of original gold high lights. Note side screws at dial. I think it is all original, but maybe restored / repainted. Nice job.

Fine. . . . . . $245.00          SOLD!!

M. W. R. Co. Davis Patent Cast Iron 12" Machinist Bench Level  M. W. Robinson out of NY was the last company to produce the Davis line of Levels. The M. W. R. Co. name and Davis Pat are part of the casting below the main vial.A hard to find size in nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . . . $125.00       SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co, 18 Inch Cast Iron Level   Marked with Davis Level & Tool Co. name and Springfield Mass. location on one side plate, and with 2 patent dates on the other side plate. Original paint. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Nice.

Good + . . . . . $100.00       SOLD!!

L. L. Davis TALL Frame 18 Inch "Adjustable Spirit Level" Inclinometer Level  Info on the front dial plate. Two Patent Dates. This has been cleaned and the japanning redone or enhanced. Looks great.

Good + . . . . . . $375.00    SOLD!!

L. L. Davis Adjustable Spirit Level 12 Inch Inclinometer  Info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date. Early mark. This 12" Davis Inclinometer Level looks great. Look at the pics showing the corners. There are crack lines that are repairs or the corners are still in place because they run past just the corner and into the frame. I think it is restored. Nice job, but in the words of our great Leader, "it is what it is"

Good . . . . . . $125.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 12 Inch Inclinometer Level  Info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date Early mark. This 12" Davis inclinometer level is about as nice as one could ask for. Look at all the original paint and decoration. Very Nice!!! 

Fine. . . . . . $250.00         SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co 12" Cast Iron Machinist Bench Level  A nice example. No structural issues. Light rust that will easily clean. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.

Good + . . . . . $120.00      SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co, 24 Inch Cast Iron Level   Marked with Davis Level & Tool Co. name and Springfield Mass. location on one side plate, and with 2 patent dates on the other side plate. It is not a later and more common Robinson. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Nickel loss on the vials. Very nice overall condition.

Fine . . . . . $175.00        SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 12 Inch Inclinometer Level  Look at all the original paint. No cracks, chips breaks or corner damage. No issues. Super condition. Very nice condition.

Fine . . . . . $150.00        SOLD!!

M. W. R. Co. Davis Patent Cast Iron 12" Machinist Bench Level  M. W. R. was the last company to produce the Davis line of Levels. Much research has been done on this and the timing and is readily available. The M. W. R. name, which stands for Robinson, and Davis Pat are part of the casting below the main vial. A hard to find size in very nice overall condition.

Fine . . . . . . $125.00     SOLD!!

M. W. Robinson Co. No. 9 Davis Patent 24" Cast Iron Level  M. W. R. was the last company to produce the Davis line of Levels. Much research has been done on Davis Levels and the timing and other info is readily available online or in print. The M. W. R. name, which stands for Robinson, and Davis Pat are part of the casting below the main vial.Nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . . . $95.00        SOLD!!

M. W. Robinson Co. Davis Patent 24 Inch Offset Inclinometer Level   Marked Davis Patent in the cast iron frame as well as with the M. W. Robinson Co. and Brooklyn NY location. Some time around 1892 Davis sold the rights to manufacture to Robinson, and they continued the line of cast iron levels with some changes. This style was made by both Davis and later by Robinson, but all had the inclinometer dial marked Davis Tool and Level Co as this one is marked. Some nickel loss. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. A nice example.

Fine . . . . . $295.00     SOLD!!

M. W. Robinson Co. Davis Patent 24 Inch Cast Iron Level   Marked Davis Patent in the cast iron frame as well as with the M. W. Robinson Co. and Brooklyn NY location. Some time around 1892 Davis sold the rights to manufacture to Robinson, and they continued the line of cast iron levels with some changes. A nice example. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.Very nice overall condition.

Fine . . . . . $150.00     SOLD!!

Davis 24" Cast Iron Level / Inclinometer  One corner chip. Good vial, pointer, etc.

Good -  . . . . .$295.00         SOLD!!

Davis 18" Tall Frame Cast Iron Level / Inclinometer  The condition of this tall frame level is superb. It is not often you can find these with this much of the gold highlighting still here. The webbing is all good, and the vial full. There is one small flea bite on the corner end as shown in the pics that is hardly noticeable. It is more like  bump. There is 95% or better of the original japanning and most of the gold.  A very nice and hard to find level.

Fine . . . . .$395.00         SOLD!!

2 Davis Levels

L. L. Davis 18" Tall Frame Inclinometer Level  This level has 80-90% of its original black japanned finish. You can see traces of the gold highlighting at the cove areas where the web meets the rail. It is in as nice condition as one could ask for.

Good . . . . . $295.00            SOLD

2 Davis Levels

L. L. Davis 24" Tall Frame Inclinometer Level  This level has 80-90% of its original black japanned finish. You can see traces of the gold highlighting at the cove areas where the web meets the rail. It is in as nice condition as one could ask for.

Top . . . . Good . . . . .$395.00       SOLD

Davis Patent M. W. Robinson 24"  #49 Cast Iron Level w/ Inclinometer This unusual level / inclinometer has a great look, and is in nice condition.

Bottom . . . . . Good . . . . .$495.00          SOLD

L. L. Davis 18" Tall Frame Inclinometer Level  This tall frame L. L. Davis Inclinometer level has a small blemish on the top rail.  There is approx 80% of the original japanning, and just traces of gold highlighting. There are no breaks or cracks in the filigree and the inclinometer works as it should and the screws and pointer are nice and original. A nice level in a hard to find size.

Good . . . . . .$395.00       SOLD!!

L. L. Davis 24" Tall Frame Inclinometer Level  This tall frame L. L. Davis Inclinometer level is nice.  There is approx 80% of the original japanning, and just traces of gold highlighting. There are no breaks or cracks in the filigree and the inclinometer works as it should and the screws and pointer are nice and original. A nice level in a hard to find size. 

Fine . . . . . .$495.00               SOLD!!

Davis 24 Inch Cast Iron Inclinometer Level  This 24" Davis Inclinometer Level has 1 patent date on the vial holder. There are two face plate screws missing.There is a file cut X in the top rail as seen. Other than that it is in nice overall condition. No chips, breaks, or damage to the filigree.

Good + . . . . . $240.00             SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 24 Inch Inclinometer Level  Name and Patent info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date. Early mark. Small missing piece of filigree to left of dial. Good vial, good corners, etc. This is a pretty nice example and all original. 

Good + . . . . . . $175.00      SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co. 18 Inch Inclinometer Level Maker info on the front dial plate. One Patent Date. Early mark. This Davis Inclinometer has been cleaned and the japanning redone or enhanced. I think. It is just too nice. 

Good + . . . . . . $175.00      SOLD!!

M. W. Robinson Davis Patent # 49 Combination Inclinometer Plumb & Level  Info on the front dial plate and on both sides below main vial.  Looks OK noting losses to the japanning.  Robinson continued the tradition after purchasing Davis Level & Tool.

Good + . . . . . . $325.00      SOLD!!

L. L. Davis No. 10  30" 1867 Patent Double Plumb & Level  Marked Manufactured by L. L. Davis Springfield Mass. with the 1867 patent date. This level has a number 10 stamped on one of the brass end plates.   It has double plumb vials. Very nice condition.   

Good +  . . . . . 70.00       SOLD!!

L. L. Davis #14 30" Mahogany Inclinometer Level w/ Plumb & Level Vials  This Patented #14 L. L. Davis mahogany level has an inclinometer  and plumb and level via making it a very hard to find variation of this style level. Davis is mostly famous for their line of metal inclinometer levels, and only produced the wooden versions for a short period of time. The typical version found has just a central inclinometer in the center, and these with the additional plumb and level vials are far harder to find. The overall condition is super and the patina on the brass parts is even and original. This level appears to have never really been used and has just some minor dings along the rail edges and a few stray scratches. The plumb vial has lost some liquid is a bit oversized as well. The patent info and Davis name are bold and show no sign of wear. There is a second patent on the inclinometer dial. The screws are original and the pointer is as well. This level will be near mint with just a light cleaning, and we are going to leave that to the new owner to do to his own tastes. A rare level in exceptional condition that will be a highlight to the collection.

Fine . . . . . .$795.00         SOLD!

Stanley Levels

Stanley .

Stanley #96 26" Brass Bound Rosewood Plumb & Level  This Level is in fine original condition and has never been fiddled with. It is near mint save a few minor scratches that will disappear with some wax. It is a Sweetheart era model. A beautiful example with prime wood. An upgrade to any collection. Very nice!! 

Good + . . . . . $275.00     SOLD!!

Stanley No. 32 Inclinometer Level Early Stanley Literature calls it off as a "Patent Adjustable & Graduating Level". It was first offered in the 1860s and dropped from the line before the turn of the century.

Cleaned and refinished with a thick shiny coat of poly or other glossy finish. Some might think it was overdone. The inclinometer feature is all there and working with a good bubble. The label inside is OK, with minor losses. All three bubbles are good. These inclinometer levels do not turn up all that often. Nice enough. .

Good  . . . . . $495.00         SOLD!!

2 Stanley No. 48 Cast Iron Frame Wood Infill Levels The number 48 & 49 Stanley Cast Iron Frame Levels are seldom seen, and rarely in as nice condition as this pair. Both are in Super condition!! As is typical, neither is marked w/ a name or No. Catalogs and references call off the infill as Walnut. The No. 48 is 12" long, and the No.49 18" long. They were only made or offered for about 20 years beginning in the 1870s.

One of these is Rosewood and although I had someone who was trying to buy it, tell me others are around, I have never seen, had, or heard of others save mention of one at the website Vintage Vials. The cast iron frames on both are damage free. The wood on both is very nice. All bubbles are good. A great pair.

Walnut - - - - - Fine  . . . . . $275.00          SOLD!!

Rosewood - - - - - Fine  . . . . . $495.00          SOLD!!

Stanley 18" No. 98 Brass Bound Rosewood Level Very nice!!

Good + . . . . . $295.00        SOLD!!

9" Stanley No. 36 G Cast Iron Level Very nice!! In remains of original box.

Fine . . . . . $40.00         SOLD!!

Stanley 34V 8" Machinist Level  Minty nice in original box with protective outer case. A hard to find level.

Fine  . . . . . $85.00         SOLD!!

Stanley #98 9" Rosewood Plumb & Level   This is an earlier model w/ pinned rails. Very Nice!! 

Fine . . . . . $350.00      SOLD!!

Stanley #96 28"  Brass Bound Rosewood Plumb & Level   This is stamped with a sweetheart logo. The bubbles are OK. A nice example of one of Stanley top of the line levels.

Good + . . . . .$125.00       SOLD!!

Stanley 18" No. 98 Brass Bound Rosewood Level Very nice!!

Good + . . . . . $395.00            SOLD!!

Stanley No. 38 & 338 Cast Iron Level Stands  Here are 3 Stanley Leveling Stands. These tools were designed to turn a level into a rough leveling instrument for layouts and the like. The Stanley 38 level stand was designed to fit Stanley's line of metal levels. The 38 is the cast iron level stand with the 12 inch level in it and the level is included.

Stanley # 48 level stands were for wooden levels.

The Stanley # 338 Level Stand can be used with either wood or metal levels. It has thumbscrews to tighten against both sides of either a wood or metal level. One of the # 338 stands offered has the lower base that has fittings for legs or a staff, and one does not.

TX-S38-LVST              TX-S338-LVST-NB              TX-S338-LVST

38 w/ Level . . . . . . . Good  . . . . . $60.00      SOLD!!

338 NB . . . . . Good  . . . . . $25.00       SOLD!!

338 . . . . . . Good  . . . . . $45.00       SOLD!!

Stanley 30 Inch Rosewood Level   I do not see a model number on this large nice rosewood bodied level.

Good  . . . . .$70.00       SOLD!!

Stanley #98 12" Rosewood Level   This level is in nice condition and although it shows some wear and loss of finish it is a hard level to find. The vials appear to be original.

Excellent . . . . .$275.00       SOLD

Stanley 6" Brass Bound # 98 Rosewood Level. This 6" Rosewood level is in very nice condition. It is an earlier model with the rails pinned as opposed to the later let-in design. It is unmarked but has all the classic features of Stanley's hardest to find 6" example.

Excellent . . . . . $395.00      SOLD

Stanley 14 Inch #13 Nicholson's Patent Level   Marked Stanley on the top plate, and with Nicholson Patent info on the top and bottom disc over the plumb vial. Note the slot in the bottom frame to allow for viewing the bubble from the bottom when held overhead. Super condition. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Very Nice.

Fine . . . . . $120.00      SOLD!!

Stanley #13 Nicholson's Patent Level   Another nice example. Marked Stanley on the top plate, and with Nicholson Patent info on the top and bottom disc over the plumb vial. Note the slot in the bottom frame to allow for viewing the bubble from the bottom when held overhead. Super condition. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. This one has a darker, never been cleaned patina to the brass portions. Very Nice.

Fine . . . . . $125.00          SOLD!!

Stanley #14 Nicholson's Patent Level   Marked Stanley on the top plate, and with Nicholson Patent info on the top and bottom disc over the plumb vial. The # 14 is 20" long. This example has good bubbles, but little finish left. The slot in the bottom frame allows for viewing the bubble from the bottom when held overhead. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.

Good . . . . . $95.00       SOLD!!

Stanley 24 Inch #15 Nicholson Patent Level   Marked Stanley on the top plate, and with Nicholson Patent info on the top and bottom disc over the plumb vial. Note the slot in the bottom frame to allow for viewing the bubble from the bottom when held overhead. Super condition. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Very Nice.

Fine . . . . . $150.00      SOLD!!

Stanley 42- 320 Level EAIA 50 Year Commemorative An unusual piece. Like new! The EAIA medallion is shown in the last pic. How many could they have made?  Different!!

Fine  . . . . . . $75.00    SOLD!!

Stanley #49 Iron Frame 18" Mahogany Level   One of Stanley's rarer and harder to find levels. They were made for approx. 20 years back in the late 1800's. They came in just two sizes with this being the larger size. OK overall condition. The iron frame is nice and damage free. The wood shows wear. You will not need to drill a hole to hang it, the last guy did that for you.

Good  . . . . . . $175.00     SOLD!!

Stanley # 30 28' Adjustable Double Plumb Vial Level  Nice noting a paint drip on the back side that may wash off w/o hurting the original finish.

Good + . . . . . . $30.00     SOLD!

Stanley # 49 18" Walnut Plumb & Level w/ Cast Iron Frame   This is a hard to find Stanley Level. The cast iron frame is OK and not cracked. The Mahogany body is nice, and it looks like the collector put a coat of clear finish on it. It is unmarked as is typical.  Stanley made these in 2 sizes for about 20 years before the turn of the century and this is the larger model.Both vials are good and look original.  Nice!! 

Good  . . . . .$150.00          SOLD!!

Stanley Sweetheart Era # 98 18" Brass Bound Level  This nice looking level has been cleaned and coated with the collectors trademark lacquer. It is Made of Mahogany and is a nice example.

Good +. . . . .$75.00        SOLD!!

Stanley #36 12" Cast Iron Level   Minty Nice!!

Fine . . . . .$45.00       SOLD

Stanley # XX  24"  Cast Iron Nickel Plated Level   This looks like a #36, but it is not marked with any model # in the usual places. The bubbles are OK. A nice example.

Good + . . . . .$50.00         SOLD!!

Stanley #313 24" Aluminum Level  This is NOS and looks to have never been used. The owner just taped the original box and left it on the shelf   This is nice, and all original.

Good +. . . . .$65.00          SOLD!!

2 Stanley #44V Machinist  Levels  Both are in fine unused condition.

Left . . . .Fine / Box . . . . . .$40.00        SOLD!!

Right . . . . Fine  . . . . . .$30.00           SOLD!!

Stanley # 36G 6" Cast Iron Level  This level is NOS. All the vials are good, the japanning is near 100%. As a collectible or user, either way it's a good one!

Excellent . . . . .$150.00    SOLD

# 37 Stanley 6" Level w/ Copper Flash Finish   The catalog claims this should be nickel plated but this one has a copper finish. Different.

Good . . . . . $35.00   SOLD!!

6" Stanley #36 Cast Iron Level  Very nice!!.

Good +  . . . . . $32.00          SOLD!!

Stanley # 41 Pocket & Square Level w/ Sheet Brass Top   Marked Stanley and 1896 patent date. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Nice.

Good + . . . . . $15.00        SOLD!!

Stanley #41  Pocket and Square Iron Level   This version of Stanley's small pocket level has a brass top.  It is in good condition overall. The level vial is good and has been replaced.

Good . . . . .$20.00       SOLD

Stanley #46  Pocket and Square Iron Level   This unmarked version of Stanley's small pocket level has a brass top and is different from those above in that it has a slot cut in the bottom to receive the squares blade. They are much harder to find.

Excellent . . . .$50.00    SOLD

Stanley #46 Cast Iron Pocket / Square Level  This small Stanley level is made to attach to a square blade or be used as is. It is in nice condition. The vial is original.These are much harder to find than the more common version #41 levels.

Good + . . . . . .$65.00         SOLD!

3 Stanley Levels  On top is a nice 40, then a 4" 38 1/2, and on the bottom a WWII era brass # 31.

Good +  . . . . . $20.00 / choice       SOLD!!

Stanley # 39 1/2 Cast Iron 6" Machinist Level Nice overall condition. No cracks, chips, or breaks. Note that it is stamped Damaged above the screw to the left of the Stanley stamp. It is from a period when a flaw in the nickel plating could earn something that designation as there is no other visible damage to be seen.

Good +. . . . . $37.50     SOLD!!

Stanley No. 46 Pocket / Square Level  The Stanley 46 pocket level attaches to a square blade or other straight edge along the slot in the bottom. Both examples are in fine condition with different era logos.  Very Nice!! 

Good +  . . . . . $35.00 / Choice      SOLD!!

Stanley No. 44 Bit & Square Level  Nice.

Good +  . . . . . $35.00       SOLD!!

Stanley # 1 & # 2 Level Sights in Box  The # 1 & # 2 Stanley Level Sights are made of cast iron while the # 138 sights are stamped brass.  The # 2 on the right fit the Stanley line of wooden levels. The # 1 on the left fit metal levels with a 1" top rail.   Used to aid in layout, grading, and other building projects.

Fine  . . . . . $25.00 / Choice       SOLD!!

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Frictionless Metal Advertising Levels by L. S. Starrett  These small Frictionless Metal advertising levels made by Starrett are pretty rare. One top plate is clearly marked Starrett, the other was marked but has mostly worn away. Both have a very fine etched inscription on the side saying compliments of Frictionless Metal.

For the uninitiated, Frictionless Metal made Babbitt bearing metal, a lead / nickel metal alloy for pouring babbitt bearings in old machinery. Look for the ingots of Frictionless Metal Babbitt I have listed elsewhere, as well as other Frictionless Metal advertising pieces I have.

Good . . . . . $65.00    Unmarked       SOLD!!

Fine . . . . . $125.00   Starrett        SOLD!!

Springfield Level & Tool Co. 12" Cast Iron Level  A very nice 12" cast iron level by an obscure early MA based level maker. Good vials. No damage, original finish. Marked on side of main vial holder.

Good +. . . . . $100.00          SOLD!!

C. E. Jennings 18" Cast Iron Level  A very nice 18" cast iron level. Good vials. No damage, original finish. Marked on side of main vial holder.

Good +. . . . . $75.00          SOLD!!

Standard Tool Co. 12" Cast Iron Machinist Bench Level Very nice overall condition. All 3 bubbles are good. Lots of original japanning. No damage or issues.

The Standard Tool Co. was created in the 1880s and gone by 1905. There is a history about this obscure and seldom seen Athol Ma. level maker in Rosebrook's book on American levels and makers.

This example is unmarked as far as I see. The diamond shape cutouts are distinctive. It has an unusual main vial adjustment feature. The vial is housed in a separate cast iron keeper that is adjustable. Rosebrook's book describes its function and design better than I can.

Marked . . . . . . Good + . . . . . . $145.00            SOLD!!

No Mark . . . . . . Good + . . . . . . $125.00          SOLD!!

C. F. Richardson Survey Level Scope w/ Extra Level, Tripod & Box    An unusual piece by a relatively obscure level and tool maker that was ultimately bought out by Goodell Pratt and Starrett. It is in very nice condition and dates from the late 1800s.

The box is original and OK. There are two of the special design 10" levels w/ cast in mounting points, and one 12" nickel plated scope that attaches to the top. The levels and scope are in fine condition.  It will make for a nice display piece in a number of settings or would be perfect for re-enactments or things of that sort!!  Graphic & Nice!!

Good + . . . . . . $395.00       SOLD!!

Davis & Cook 24 Inch Cast Iron Level A nice looking and hard to find cast iron frame level. Commonly called the Pinwheel or Pretzel for the cast filigree design. Marked with the company name, location and patent info on the vial frames. Some loss of finish, but no cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Nice enough.

Good . . . . . $350.00           SOLD!!

Davis Level & Tool Co, 18 Inch Cast Iron Level   Marked with Davis Level & Tool Co. name and Springfield Mass. location on one side plate, and with the name H. R. Dunbar instead of the typical patent dates on the other. Not sure how or why that came to be. Original paint. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.Nice.

Good + . . . . . $125.00      SOLD!!

C. E. Jennings 12" Cast Iron Level  A very nice 12" cast iron level. Good vials. No damage, original finish. Marked on side of main vial holder.

Good +. . . . . $125.00         SOLD!!

Starrett 133 10" Cast Iron Engineer / Plumbers Level w/ Adjustable Angle Slope   In good working condition. Nice!!

Good + . . . . . $40.00      SOLD!!

Fitchburg - Webb Patent 6" Cast Iron Level  An unusual and hard to find 6" cast iron level.  Stamped with patent Dec. 7, 1886 info on the top rail. Most of these levels that are found are unmarked and for a long time were hard to identify. No issues. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Super nice condition.

Fine  . . . . . $175.00        SOLD!!

Fitchburg - Webb Patent 9" Cast Iron Level   A hard to find level in nice overall condition.  

Good + . . . . . . $125.00        SOLD!!

Fitchburg - Webb Patent 9" Cast Iron Level  An unusual and hard to find small cast iron level. Most of these levels that are found are unmarked and for a long time were hard to identify. Based on the Webb patent granted Dec. 7, 1886. Period advertisements provided the answer.  No issues.No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Super nice condition.

Fine . . . . . $115.00          SOLD!!

Fitchburg - Webb Patent 18" Cast Iron Level  A very nice 18" cast iron level. Good vials. No damage, original finish.

Good +. . . . . $125.00        SOLD!!

C. E. Jennings 12" Cast Iron Machinist Level  A very nice 12" cast iron level. Good vials. This one has mounted vial tubes unlike the 12" Jennings above with cast holders. No damage, original finish.

Good +. . . . . $60.00         SOLD!!

Williamsburg Mfg. Co. 12 Inch Cast Iron Machinist Level  A beautiful level. Nice. Marked with company name Williamsburg Mfg. Co. and Williamsburg Mass. location on main vial. Very light rust that will easily clean. While 2 tails in the filigree looks short, the tips are japanned indicating that is the way it left the factory. No other cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Very Nice.

Fine . . . . . $145.00           SOLD!!

Springfield Level & Tool Co. 12" Cast Iron Level   A hard to find level in nice overall condition. The name is seen on the vial.  

Good + . . . . . . $125.00         SOLD!!

Springfield Level & Tool Co. 18" Cast Iron Level   A hard to find level in nice overall condition. The name is seen on the top plate. 3 good vials, and no cracks breaks or damage. Original paint.  Pleasing cut-out design / pattern. Nice!!  

Good + . . . . . . $95.00     SOLD!!

C. F. Richardson Athol Mass 6 Inch Cast Iron Level  Very nice overall condition. Stamp is in the top rail.  No issues, no apologies. Richardson was the forerunner to Starrett. There are history write-ups available and it is an interesting read.

Fine . . . . . $50.00     SOLD!!

C. F. Richardson Athol Mass 18 Inch Cast Iron Level  Very nice overall condition. Stamp is in the top rail.  No issues, no apologies.   

Fine . . . . . $60.00         SOLD!!

Whitticase Inclinometer Level   Here is an interesting and seldom seen inclinometer level. It is English and dates from the 1950s or so. It is made of Aluminum and is 9" long. To adjust the instructions simply state the user is to push on the center tapered portion w/ vial till it loosens and then turn to adjust.  There are no screws, locks or the like, just friction  It is a precision fit. Took me a while to figure out, but there is one pictured on the internet with its instructions, beyond that not much more. Different & Nice!!

Fine . . . . . $75.00       SOLD!!

Auto-Lite 1918 No. 443 Hooded Brass Level  Very nice condition.

Fine . . . . . $40.00        SOLD!!

Rollis 7 Inch Patented Dec 22 1896 Steel I Beam Level  Very nice overall condition. The patent was granted to a W. M. Morton of New Haven CT. on December 22 1896. The number is 573682A. It comes up with a Google search. The patent is based on the steel I beam design with adjustable brass level vials. It was produced by the Rollis Hardware Co. of NY. There are few other examples or info to be found.

Fine . . . . . $95.00        SOLD!!

C. F. Richardson 6" Cast Iron Level  A very nice 6" cast iron level by an obscure early level maker. Good vials. No damage, original finish. Good bubbles. Stamp on top rail is still clearly visible if you know to look there.

Fine. . . . . $40.00

6" Cast Iron Machinist Level  This small cast iron level has the same pattern as the Williamsburg above but is unmarked. It could be by several makers. Very Nice!!

Fine. . . . . $75.00       SOLD!!

Standard Tool Co. Athol Mass 6 Inch Pitch Level  On one end is a sliding bar w/ V groove that one could adjust to find the pitch of piping or other. An unusual feature on a 6" level. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. No issues.Nice overall condition noting some finish loss.

Good  . . . . . $95.00        SOLD!!

C. E. Jennings 6" Cast Iron Machinist Level  An unusual  6" cast iron level. Good vials. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Super condition.  

Fine . . . . . $85.00       SOLD!!

Williamsburg Mfg. Co. 6 Inch Cast Iron Machinist Level Marked with name Williamsburg and Mass. location on top plate. As nice as one could ask for. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Very Nice.

Good + . . . . . $150.00    SOLD!!

Starrett No. 132 6"  Level in Original Box      Very Nice!!

Fine. . . . $45.00    SOLD!!

Springfield Level & Tool Co. 6" Cast Iron Machinist Level  A nice 6" cast iron level by a little known and seldom seen maker.  Good vials. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. In his book on New England Levels and their makers Don Rosebrook has a history of who made what, for who, and when that sorts out the whys of all these similar looking machinist levels.

Good + . . . . . $95.00    SOLD!!

Millers Falls 6" Cast Iron Machinist Level  Little finish remains. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage.

Good . . . . . $35.00    SOLD!!

Warren Knight No. 203 Clinometer / Inclinometer - Cast Iron Level  Nice condition. Both vials are good. The arm locks in at any angle desired.   A nice example of a hard to find tool.  

Fine . . . . . $60.00      SOLD!!

Chapin Stephens Vogel Patent 24" Aluminum Level   An odd ball level dating from the teens / twenties using aluminum before its use making tools had become widespread. Stanley made a version of this level based on Vogel's patents after they bought out Chapin-Stephens.Versions can be found marked just Vogel, Chapin Stevens, and Stanley. All versions are hard to find especially in this nice condition. This one is marked with 4 different dates from the teens / twenties. (see last pic)

Fine . . . . . $65.00         SOLD!!

Cast Iron Mystery Plumb & Level  Obviously manufactured, but by who?  It is just under 10" long and stands 5" tall. Much taller than one would think or expect. Not marked anywhere. You can still see the milling marks on the 1 1/2 wide rails. Both bubbles are good. Very nice and different for sure!! 

Good + . . . . . $295.00     SOLD!!

Bede Patent Mining Level    This is a nice level, noting the bulb is missing. As if it was never there. I have heard that most are found this way without the light hooked up and that they are assembled afterward to make them right.

Good . . . . . $895.00        SOLD

Davis & Cook 12" Cast Iron "Pin Wheel" Level    This is a rare design for a metal level. The came in several sizes and also aluminum I believe.

Good . . . . . $795.00       SOLD

Davis & Cook 24" Aluminum Level  This unusual level is in very nice condition. The rings around the adjustable vials have all the important info giving the Manufacturer as Davis & Cook of Watertown N.Y. and the Patent date of Oct 20th 1903. This was one of the first tools or levels that was produced from Aluminum and is quite unusual for this and it's unique design and decorative finish. Seldom seen and rarely offered for sale, it is a good one!

Good . . . . .$495.00   SOLD

Stratton Brothers 6" Machinist Level This is a rare example of a very hard to find level that Stratton Brothers produced during their heyday in the late 19th century. The bubble is good and appear to be original. There is some nickel loss as can be seen in the Pic, but the design is still sharp and nice. Only the 3rd one I have ever seen.

Good . . . . $395.00         SOLD

Wm. T. Nicholson 1860 Patent #13 Cast Iron Level This level is in nice condition and although it shows considerable wear and loss of finish it is none the less a hard level to find. With a careful cleaning it will be ready to take its place with the rest of your rare Stanley pieces. The main vial may have been replaced and the plumb is good and original. This style level has a peep hole in the base for overhead work.

Good . . . . .$125.00      SOLD

Keen Kutter KK # K624 Cast Iron 24" Level Cast iron levels by Keen Kutter are very difficult to find, and to find one in this condition is even harder. Nearly all the black japanning is present. There is no rust or pitting, and even the nickel on the vials is very nice. There are no casting problems, chips or cracks. It is just a well-made level in super condition from a very collectible maker.

Good . . . .225.00        SOLD

C. E. Jennings 12" Cast Iron Machinist Level  A nice 12" cast iron level that will clean to be even nicer. Good vials. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Note that the plumb vial holders are part of the casting and not separate tubes.

Good + . . . . . $95.00       SOLD!!

Williamsburg Mfg. Co. 24 Inch Cast Iron Level  A nice looking level. Marked with company name Williamsburg Mfg. Co. and Williamsburg Mass. location on main vial.  No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. One section over painted red as an ID I imagine. Nice.

Good + . . . . . $75.00       SOLD!!

Fitchburg - Webb Patent 12" Cast Iron Level   A hard to find level in nice overall condition. Note that there is writing o the cover plate, but it was a weak casting.

Good + . . . . . . $125.00      SOLD!!

"Frictionless" Patented Cast Iron Advertising Level by Starrett   This unusual nickel plated pocket level was most likely an advertising giveaway from the Frictionless Metal Co of Chattanooga TN. or Richmond VA. It is under 3" long and has a good bubble. The overall condition is good with just minor loss to the nickel. It is marked on the top plate Starrett, and the bottom is marked "Frictionless along with Patented on the top left.  Different & Unusual.

Good + . . . . . $75.00      SOLD!!

The Ridgely Springfield Ohio Plumb & Level  Ridgely is best known for their line of wall paper tools. I saw an ad with this style level claiming it could be used with any straight edge.  A hard to find level in nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . . . $40.00    SOLD!!

Sherman Cast Iron Pocket / Square Level  This level is made to attach to a square blade or be used as is. It is in nice condition. The vial is original and the name and location can clearly be seen under the glass.

Good + . . . . . .$35.00         SOLD!

4 Inch Cast Iron Pedestal Machinist Level  No maker marks.  An interesting and unusual design. No cracks, chips, breaks, or damage. Note the milling marks are still visible on the base. Nice.

Good + . . . . . $125.00       SOLD!!

Precision Brass Bodied Machinist Level   A nicely made brass body precision level in its tin case. There is a maker mark / logo on the bottom of a crown with an arrow through it and the letters E - G on the sides.  An interesting instrument.    

Fine  . . . . $65.00       SOLD!!

Brass Pocket Level for Square   This level is all brass. Top has nice decorative touches. Unmarked but probably by Preston.     Very nice!! 

Fine  . . . . . $45.00    SOLD!!

Preston Brass Pocket Level   This level is all brass. Top has nice decorative touches.Marked Preston.     Very nice!!   

Fine  . . . . . $40.00    SOLD!!

Iron & Brass Bench Level   Here is an interesting machinist bench level. Probably shop made. Different & Nice!!

Fine . . . . . $45.00         SOLD!!

Goodell Pratt 12" Cast Iron Nickel Plated Bench Level in Original Box  This is a very well made level and is in super overall condition. Other than some minor corrosion and nickel loss to the upper bar is is very nice. Another level not seen very often, and ready for the job or the shelf. Nice.

Good . . . . . .$150.00        SOLD

Starrett 98 - 18 18" Precision Machinist Level  Lots of original paint remains on this 18" Machinist  level.3 Good bubbles. Grooved bottom. Initials etched into one side. Otherwise very nice!! 

Good + . . . . . $140.00        SOLD!!

Starrett 98 - 12  Precision Machinist Level  Original Box. Chrome finish.3 good bubbles.  Lots of original paint remains on this 12" Machinist  level. Grooved bottom. Very nice!! 

Fine . . . . . $125.00        SOLD!!

Starrett 98 18" Precision Machinists Cast Iron Level     A very nice example in the original box. No apologies.

Fine. . . . $275.00         SOLD!!

Starrett 98 - 12  Precision Machinist Level  Lots of original paint remains on this 12" Machinist level. Minor scuffs. Original wooden box. 3 good bubbles. Grooved bottom. Very nice!! 

Good + . . . . . $125.00     SOLD!!

Starrett # 131 Cast Iron Level Sights in Box  Look like Stanley # 1 Level Sights for metal levels. Marked Starrett on back. You do not see these often.

Fine  . . . . . $50.00        SOLD!!

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Stratton Bros No. 10 Brass Bound Mahogany 6" Machinist Level   Nice overall condition.

Good + . . . . . $150.00         SOLD!!

Stratton Bros No. 10 Brass Bound Mahogany 8" Machinist Level Nice overall condition noting a small repair to the wood on the top right over the end vial. It may be factory given the look. Both bubbles are good. A nice example.

Good  . . . . . $150.00           SOLD!!

Stratton Brothers 10" Rosewood Brass Bound Plumb & Level    Both vials are good. It has the 1870 patent date and name on the top plate.   Nice!! 

Good + . . . . . $150.00      SOLD!!

Roof Framers Patented "Plumb Level"  Patented Oct. 20 1912 by Robert Brooks of Beaukiss, Texas. This is an unusual and hard to find roofers tool / level / inclinometer.

There is a revolving paper chart built into the body to give the user the proper lengths and cuts for given roof rafter pitches. The chart is not in the greatest condition, with parts being hard to read, and some are bug eaten. You get the idea though. The rest of the level is pretty nice.

It also has a built in compass in case your confused about what is up, or where you are at, when up on the roof, and a sighting feature for - - - I am not sure. You are going to have to read the patent for using that.

After holding this level with its adjustable angle finder on the rafter bottom, you would - - - - . Read the patent description. It is long, involved and beyond my pay grade. The patent # is 1035944.

It comes up with a Google search as does a bit more info from an article by Jim Gehring the famous level collector of Brown Tool Auctions, in a Crafts Tool Club of NJ newsletter.

Good  . . . . . $295.00       SOLD!!

Helb Patent American Combined Level & Grade Finder / Inclinometer The Helb Patent Level / Inclinometer is a classic piece of American ingenuity. There are many different versions or types of wood used in different models. This example was stained and there are losses to that finish. It also has a wood strip on the bottom I have never seen on one of these before. I assume that is an after market modification.

Helb packed a lot of features into his unusual patented tool. It has a sighting tube in addition to the standard level vials and gravity inclinometer feature. All of those features are OK. Maker info and more on the brass plate on top. Charts on the dial face. It could easily be refinished as the main features are all OK.

Another odd feature is the lack of a compass which all other examples I have ever had or seen has had. Perhaps the added strip and the missing compass make it an unusual variation.

Good  . . . . . $125.00      SOLD!!

Helb Patent American Combined Level & Grade Finder / Inclinometer  The Helb Patent Level / Inclinometer is a classic piece of American ingenuity. This example is in very nice original condition noting the owner initials in the side, and that the small compass has lost the points or direction. Helb packed a lot of features into his unusual patented tool. It has a sighting tube, compass, in addition to the standard level vials and gravity inclinometer feature. Maker info and more on the brass plate on top. Charts on the dial face. Nice!!

Good + . . . . . 100.00       SOLD!!

Helb Patent American Combined Level & Grade Finder / Inclinometer  This Helb Patent Inclinometer / Grade finder is in nice condition and has a great patina. I believe it is Tiger Maple. The  Helb Patent Level / Inclinometer is a classic piece of American ingenuity.  Helb packed a lot of features into his unusual patented tool. It has a sighting tube, compass, in addition to the standard level vials and gravity inclinometer feature. Maker info and more on the brass plate on top. Charts on the dial face. Nice!!

Good + . . . . . 75.00       SOLD!!

Helb Patent American Combined Level & Grade Finder / Inclinometer   The Helb Patent Level / Inclinometer is a classic piece of American ingenuity. There are many different versions or types of wood used in different models. This example was stained / painted, and there are losses to that finish.

Helb packed a lot of features into his unusual patented tool. It has a sighting tube, compass, in addition to the standard level vials and gravity inclinometer feature. All of those are OK. Maker info and more on the brass plate on top. Charts on the dial face. It could easily be refinished as the main features are all OK.

Good . . . . . $125.00         SOLD!!

Disston & Morss No. 17 26" Inclinometer / Plumb & Level   I could find scant info on this unusual inclinometer level online.  Very nice original condition.  

Good + . . . . . . 225.00            SOLD!!

L. L. Davis 20" Mahogany Level  Info on top plate. March 7 1867 Patent Date. Early mark. This is about as nice as they come.

Good + . . . . . . $75.00        SOLD!!

Disston 24" Brass Bound Mahogany Level Top plate marked with 1912 patent date and name. All the bubbles are good. Typical tool box dings and scrapes. Otherwise a very nice level.

Good + . . . . . $45.00         SOLD!!

28" Davis No. 10  1867 Patent Mahogany Level  Simply marked Davis with the 1867 patent date. I do not see a model # but I believe No. 10 is right. This mahogany level & plumb is in nice original condition. Looks good.  

Good +  . . . . . 45.00       SOLD!!

L. L. Davis 30" Inch No. 14 Wooden Adjustable Spirit Level / Inclinometer Level Marked L. L. Davis Adjustable Spirit Level and patent date on the vial holder. All the bubbles are good. Clear marking on top plate and inclinometer dial. A hard to find Davis inclinometer level.

Good . . . . . $300.00         SOLD!!

Davis & Cook 24" Wooden Level  Based on Cooks Level Patent from 1886. Davis & Cook operated out of Watertown NY.  This wooden, cherry or mahogany, plumb & level is in nice original condition. Looks great.  

Fine  . . . . . 25.00      SOLD!!

Weaver’s Patent Adjustable Plumb & Level   Patented Oct. 27, 1908 by John D. Weaver of Naples, IL. It is unmarked and installed in a thin piece of stained wood. Very nice original condition.  

Fine . . . . . . 75.00       SOLD!!

W. H. Hill - A. V. Shorts 1905 Patent Wooden Level  This unusual level is 26" long. It is stamped with both the patent holders name and date, A. V. Shorts, as well as W. H. Hill the makers name.

It has 4 vials housed in a nickel plated housing where the vials can rotate by turning the worm drive thumbscrew under the lift up door on the right.

This seems to be a manufactured version with the cutouts in the wood stock.  They are most often found as a stand alone level and the buyer was supposed to fit it to a piece of wood stock of his choice.  Looks pretty good..

Good +  . . . . . 45.00       SOLD!!

Helb Patent American Combined Level & Grade Finder / Inclinometer  The classic Helb Patent Level / Inclinometer in very nice original condition. Helb packed a lot of features into his unusual patented tool. It has a sighting tube and compass in addition to the standard level vials and inclinometer feature  Maker info and more on the brass plate. Charts on the dial face. All nice!!

Fine  . . . . . 295.00

Goodell Pratt Brass Bound 20" Level  Info on the top plate.  This is nice, and will be much nicer w/ a light clean and oil or wax. They turned out a quality product. These do not turn up all that often.

Good + . . . . . . $60.00     SOLD!!

Disston 18" Brass Bound Mahogany Level  Very nice!! 

Good + . . . . . $60.00        SOLD!!

Davis & Cook 12" Wooden Level  Based on Cooks Level Patent from 1886.  This cherry or mahogany level is in nice original condition and looks great.  At just 12" it is a very unusual size that rarely turns up. Good vials, and minor finish losses.

Good +  . . . . . 35.00         SOLD!!

Stanley # 49 Iron Framed 18" Walnut Level  No damage. Pretty nice. These iron framed Walnut infill Stanley levels do not turn up very often.   

Good + . . . . . 195.00         SOLD!!

Mystery STANLEY Railroad Track Level   This is a great looking Walnut track level that was obviously a manufactured piece. By who is the question. I have seen or had other track levels that used parts obtained from known level makers, but this one is a bit different. It is very similar to those marked Verona Tool Works.

The adjustable rule at one end makes one think typical track level / grade finder for railroad track. The other end has several different reference points, for different size or style tracks? Not sure why.The parts are made of nickel plated cast brass. The top plate is marked Stanley with a faint sweetheart logo. There is also a patent date of 11 - 11 - 24 on the plate which covers adjustable vial found below the plate. The patent was granted to a Harris J. Cook who held several other tool related patents which were all assigned to Stanley Works. The patent is illustrated and discussed at the site  https://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=12552   The info found there states there are no known examples or that the idea is not known to have been produced. It looks vaguely familiar to me, but I did not find other examples when looking about.  

Good + . . . . . $75.00      SOLD!!

Stanley Sweetheart Era # 98 12" Brass Bound Rosewood Level  This is a great looking brass bound Rosewood level. It has been cleaned and coated with the collectors trademark coating of clear lacquer. It did not need it, but he did it anyway.

Good + . . . . . $195.00      SOLD!!

Stratton Brothers #10 8" Rosewood Brass Bound Plumb & Level  The top bubble looks to have been replaced. It has not been refinished or otherwise fiddled with. Nice!! 

Good + . . . . . $150.00     SOLD!!

Stratton Brothers #1 Brass Bound 26" Mahogany Level   Nice overall condition. Typical & normal tool box dings.

Good +  . . . . . . $55.00     SOLD!!

2 Railroad Track Inclinometer Levels  This style level was used to lay and maintain railroad track. They are approx. 60" long and designed to lay across the track as they were being laid or repaired.

Both levels hail from Shelbyville IL but from different companies. The lighter color and better condition one in front  has a tag that indicates it was made by Oliver. This is the same Oliver that made tractors and other farm equipment. The one in the back has a tag that says Tallman Manufacturing Co. A little Google research turned up the fact that Oliver bought out Tallman so there is a connection. Both operate on the same principle with an adjustable arm to determine pitch on one end.

Front /  Oliver Fine . . . . . $125.00     SOLD!!

Back / Tallman  Good . . . . . $75.00     SOLD!!

Akron Spirit Level Co 12" Eclipse Level   You see larger versions of this make level all the time. It is clearly stamped Baker McMillen Co. Akron, Ohio, Pat. Pend on the top. This style / make level was granted a patent on 12/20/04. We can assume it dates from before that. The body has a stamp that says 06, or 90   I have never had or seen one this small, or this nice.  Unusual & Nice!! 

Fine . . . . . $95.00   SOLD!!

26" Mahogany Adjustable Plumb & Level  This unusual level is unmarked as to maker. It has very distinctive vial covers on the adjustable plumb and level ports. They are an unusual diamond hatch design with beaded edge!  The overall condition is good.

Good . . . . . $165.00     SOLD!!

6" Stratton Brothers #10 Brass Bound Rosewood Level  This is one of the hardest to find of all the levels that Stratton Brothers put out. The bubbles are good and appear to be original. With a simple refinishing this level could be made to look like a million dollars, or leave it as is with its   dents and dings, it will still display very nicely!

Good . . . . .$495.00           SOLD

Stratton Brothers #10 12" Brass Bound Rosewood Level  This is a super nice 12"  level that Stratton Brothers put out. The bubbles are good and appear to be original.  

Good . . . . .$195.00         SOLD

Chapin Stevens / Tower Lyon Level w/ Wood Patent Pop - Up Sights  Some of the info on the top plate is hard to make out. There is the 1887 Wood's patent for the sights, but there is another patent date above that from 1870. Used but OK. These do not turn up all that often.

Good + . . . . . . $75.00    SOLD!!

Stephens & Co. # 36 Architects Inclinometer Rule w/ Bevel This unusual rule predates Stephens involvement with Chapin. The blade doubles as a square or bevel, and with the level in the top leg one can figure things like grades or roof lines and the like. The overall condition is nice!!

Good + . . . . . $145.00     SOLD!!

Chapin Stevens #036 Rule Level Bevel Architects Combination Rule / Tool This rule was designed to perform a host of functions related to the architectural and building fields. It is one of the most complex and graphic rules that was ever produced in America.  This example is in super condition while noting that the previous owner has carefully stamped his initials A H into one side between the 10 and 11 mark. The level bubble is good and the steel bevel arm has just some minor staining. It is in collector condition,  with tight joints,  very clean and ready to be displayed on your shelf.

Good . . . . . $225.00            SOLD

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