Thematic Auction in Geneva:The Evolut...
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Nov 16, 2002
LOT 223
Unsigned, Swiss or French, circa 1840.Fine and rare brass verge escape wheel tapping tool.
CHF 3,000 - 4,000
EUR 2,000 - 2,700
Sold: CHF 6,325
C. Hinged frame with adjustable angle for different inclinations es-cape wheel teeth, whole set on as slide, holding hook for escape wheel on a slotted bracket, the single foot for vice, now on wooden base.Dim. Height 16 cm.Very good condition.
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A very rare tool, very rarely found on the market.