Description: Antique Biddle MEGGER Ground Resistance Tester Series 1 ~ 2500V Dovetailed Oak Brass & Iron Rare to see one of these in the higher 2500 Volt version, offered to you in Excellent original condition Made in England in the early 1900s. Featuring beautiful solid Oak, Dovetailed case construction with Brass details & Cast Iron, adjustable base feet. Extremely well made; hand-crafted with the finest attention to detail. Note the leather on spring steel handle has come undone- can be epoxied back on. All functions work as designed- has a built-in spirit level & fine height adjustement. Most lesser versions are in the 500v to 1000v range. It was tested & found to be in WORKING condition. Measures 7 in. by 13 3/4 in. by 8 1/2 in. high As a Prop, this could be considered an Antique "Electrical Shock Torture Machine" Turning the handle (which folds & fits snugly into the Oak wood side) makes a satisfying whirring sound. Great patina on the original Golden Oak finish. One of these is featured in England's Police Black Museum as they were used by gangsters for torturing disloyal members or their enemies...!
Price: 199 USD
Location: Sellersville, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-02T02:03:12.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: James G. Biddle MEGGER
Ohmmeter Type: Megohmmeter
Test Voltage Range: 2500
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Resistance Range: 50,000