Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2502Location: MarlboroughDate / Time: May 01, 2010 10:00AM
Description:
Six Brass and Steel Turns, England or Switzerland, 18th-early 20th century, for varied uses, from polishing to general turning work, wd. 4-6 1/4 in.
Note: Turns, or lathes, are discussed in Crom #2 on pp. 500-513, where are illustrated many examples of the various types and designs of turns that were made, including references to old trade catalogues where such turns were available.
Estimate $250-350