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Wed, Feb 25, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 28

Japanese THS Theodolite

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000
Japanese THS Theodolite, 20th Century
Cast aluminum and demagnetized steel surveying theodolite with case and plumb bob. Model 7100, serial number 58787. 2 degrees 7 drift in compass from magnetic north as of 1/14/26.

H: 18 W: 10 D: 10 in.

Condition

Without a tripod. Components work. Dents and scratches commensurate with use. Record of several repairs in Columbus, GA, in the 1970s and 1980s.
Overall Dimensions
Height: 18.00
Width: 10.00

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