#886 Taylor Vintage Pocket Compensated 16,000 Ft Altimeter Barometer Extreemly Rare

Rare Vintage Taylor Rochester NY Pocket Barometer Altimeter Gauge Instrument – 1951 – Serviced & Calibrated – Excellent Condition

Item Description:

Up for grabs is a rare, vintage 1951 Taylor Pocket Barometer/Altimeter manufactured by Taylor Instruments of Rochester, NY. This instrument is a highly sought-after collector’s piece and a stunning example of mid-20th century American precision engineering.

This pocket barometer/altimeter is in gorgeous, excellent condition, and has been professionally serviced and calibrated in February 2023 to ensure accurate readings.

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Key Features:

• Manufacturer: Taylor Instruments, Rochester, NY

• Model Year: May 1951 (74 years old)

• Instrument Type: Pocket Barometer & Altimeter

• Barometer Type: Aneroid (mechanical, no mercury)

• Pressure Range: 20–31 inHg

• Altitude Range: 0–16,000 ft

• Dial Diameter: 3 inches

• Finish: Nickel-coated

• Dial Markings: “Compensated for Temperature” / “Refinery Supply Co., Tulsa Houston” / “Taylor, Rochester, NY”

• Case: Original lined leather carrying case (shows minor wear consistent with age; could use some TLC)

• Condition: Excellent, fully functional, well-maintained

• Rarity: Extremely rare collector’s item; highly collectible for aviation, surveying, and scientific instrument enthusiasts

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Historical Context:

Taylor Instruments of Rochester, NY, was a leading manufacturer of precision instruments for aviation, surveying, and industrial applications. This 1951 pocket altimeter was designed for both civilian and potential military applications, reflecting American craftsmanship and innovation in the post-WWII era.

The rotating exterior bezel allows quick altimeter readings, while the aneroid barometer provides accurate atmospheric pressure measurements. Instruments like this were essential tools for pilots, surveyors, and engineers before the widespread use of electronic instruments.

Owning this piece is like holding a tangible slice of mid-20th century scientific history—perfect for collectors, enthusiasts, or display.

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Condition Notes:

• Instrument is in excellent working condition.

• Fully serviced and calibrated in February 2023.

• Original lined leather case included (minor wear).

• Minor cosmetic aging consistent with a 74-year-old instrument.

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Shipping & Handling:

• Will be carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.

• Shipped via USPS with tracking.

• Fast handling and shipping within 1 business day of purchase.

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Additional Notes:

• Please review all photographs carefully before purchase.

• Feel free to ask any questions; we respond promptly.

• This is an extremely rare collector’s item—don’t miss your chance to own a piece of American precision instrument history.

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Keywords:

• Category: Collectibles → Science & Medicine → Scientific Instruments → Other Scientific Instruments

• Keywords: Taylor Instruments, Pocket Barometer, Altimeter, Vintage, Rochester NY, 1951, Aviation Instrument, Surveying, Aneroid Barometer, Rare Collectible, Antique, Precision Instrument