Vintage German Beam Compass Cartography Architect Drafting Instrument

Description

Vintage German precision drafting instrument set - beam compass drawing tools.

A beam compass is a specialized tool used to draw large circles, where a beam (usually a wooden or metal rod) has sliding sockets or "trammel points" that hold a pencil or needle point, allowing you to create circles with much larger diameters than a standard compass can manage; essentially, it's a compass designed for drawing very large circles by utilizing a long, movable beam to extend the radius significantly.

Condition

Good Overall - Gentle wear commensurate with use/age

Dimensions

5.5" x 3" x 1" (Width x Depth x Height)