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Salter's Improved Dynamometer, by Herbert & Son, London, Later 19th Century

Inventory Number 62409


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.62409

Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
"SALTER'S / IMPROVED / DYNAMOMETER" and "HERBERT & SON / 6&7 WEST SMITHFIELD / LONDON" on dial
Physical material
mahogany
Iron
copper alloy
Dimensions
Height: 67mm Width: 167mm Depth: 596mm Weight: 1952g
Inventory No
62409

Description

Mahogany frame with large spring undercover and copper alloy dial. used for measuring grip strength.