Craftsman Sears, Roebuck Farm Transit Telescope Level Vintage Model 789.46210

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Craftsman By Sears Roebuck and Co. Farm Transit LevelModel No. 789.46210Instrument No. 1S-23956Packaged DimensionsHeight: 7.75 InchesWidth: 8.75 InchesLength: 15.5 InchesWeight: 7 pounds 7.5 ouncesDescription"What are the Uses of a Transit Level?*A transit level is an optical instrument, or a telescope, complete with a built-in spirit level that is mounted on a tripod. Transit levels are used mainly for surveying and building, but they can be used to determine the relative position of lines and objects as well. Transit levels are very precise. They are used to establish a reference line, but they are also used to provide readings of angles in precise measurements.Transit Level vs Builder's Level*Transit levels are very similar to builder's levels. When the telescope of a transit level is locked into place, it works almost exactly like a builder's level. There is one main difference between a transit level and a builder's level. A transit level, when not locked into place, can tilt only vertically and has a very limited range of mobility. This differs from the builder's level which can move horizontally in a complete circle.Transit levels, with their vertical movement mechanism, are great tools for measuring vertical angles. Transit levels are also preferred over other leveling tools for establishing straight lines as well as turning read more

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