Vintage 1928 Keystone Solid Copper Adjustable Parallel Rule Bevel Protractor
Vintage 1928 Keystone Solid Copper Adjustable Parallel Rule & Bevel Protractor
Up for sale is a rare vintage 1928 Keystone adjustable folding parallel rule and protractor layout gauge, crafted from solid copper.
Markings & Details:
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Patent: Stamped "U.S. PAT. 1690882" (Patented Nov. 1928)
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Origin Stamps: Stamped "ST. PAUL, MINN. MADE IN U.S.A." on the protractor dial disc and "KEYSTONE ADJ. CORP. / PITTSBURGH, PA." on the reverse hub.
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Features: Features $0^\circ–360^\circ$ angle graduations around the center pivot wheel, ruler graduations along the arms, and precision pinholes for drafting arcs or scribing parallel lines.
Condition:
Solid vintage working condition. Center pivot joint turns and holds angle positions properly. Displays a rich, authentic natural copper age patina with light shop wear as pictured. Measures ~4.5" long when folded.
Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition. Ships securely packaged. Selling as pictured 090526 gp