c.1920s Riefler German Drafting Instrument Set in Original Green Case
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Description A c.1920s–1930s German drafting instrument set attributed to Riefler, presented in its original fitted green case. Designed for precision technical drawing, the set includes a range of ...
Description
A c.1920s–1930s German drafting instrument set attributed to Riefler, presented in its original fitted green case. Designed for precision technical drawing, the set includes a range of instruments such as a beam compass, dividers, ruling pens, and interchangeable attachments, all crafted with the clean, mechanical accuracy typical of early 20th-century German engineering.
Each component reflects a time when drafting was done by hand and accuracy depended entirely on the quality of the instrument. The steel construction, balanced weight, and modular design speak to both durability and refined craftsmanship.
Today, the set functions equally well as a collectible object or as a visually striking piece of industrial decor, carrying the quiet authority of tools built for serious work.
Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Maker | Riefler (attributed) |
| Era | c.1920s–1930s |
| Origin | Germany |
| Materials | Steel, likely nickel-plated components |
| Set Includes | Beam compass, dividers, ruling pens, extension arms, interchangeable tips |
| Case | Original fitted green case |
| Function | Technical drawing, drafting, engineering use |
| Condition | Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear; case shows edge wear and interior aging; instruments show light patina |
| Completeness | Appears mostly complete, may be missing minor original components |
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