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E.r. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level
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E.r. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level

1920 - 1940
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E.R. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level

In Original Fitted Case – No. 60715

A mid-20th century surveyor’s level by E.R. Watts & Son Ltd, London, engraved and numbered No. 60715.

Modelled as the “Watts ‘Highway’ General Utility Level”, this example retains its original wooden carrying case with internal green baize supports and maker’s instruction label to the inside lid. The instrument carries the E.R. Watts & Son trade mark and is marked Made in England.

The black crackle finish remains good and the engraved plate is clear and legible. Set in original case with leather shoulder strap and accessories as pictured.

General wear and marking to the wooden case exterior. Instrument untested and sold as seen. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

Declaration

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this Vintage Brass Surveyor Level to the 1940s.

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Description
E.R. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level

In Original Fitted Case – No. 60715

A mid-20th century surveyor’s level by E.R. Watts & Son Ltd, London, engraved and numbered No. 60715.

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Modelled as the “Watts ‘Highway’ General Utility Level”, this example retains its original wooden carrying case with internal green baize supports and maker’s instruction label to the inside lid.
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

The instrument carries the E.R. Watts & Son trade mark and is marked Made in England.

fig 1. A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label.
fig 1. E.r. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level

The black crackle finish remains good and the engraved plate is clear and legible. Set in original case with leather shoulder strap and accessories as pictured.

General wear and marking to the wooden case exterior. Instrument untested and sold as seen. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this Vintage Brass Surveyor Level to the 1940s.

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SA1237420
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Specialists in fine antique furniture, decorative arts & collectables

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Archive I A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label.

E.r. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level

Archive II A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label. View II
Archive III A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label. View III
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Archive IX A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label. View IX
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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Telephone 01905 799928
Location
50 Barbourne Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2025
Items For Sale 75
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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label.
E.R. Watts & Son Ltd “Highway” General Utility Level
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A vintage black metal surveyor level set inside its original fitted wooden transport box with a leather strap and manufacturer label.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleIndustrial Scientific
  • MaterialBrass, Steel, Wood, Leather, Glass
  • ColourBlack and Brown
  • MotifsCrackle finish, fitted timber box, brass adjustment screws, original maker label

FAQs

A utility level is an optical surveying instrument designed for measuring height differences and establishing horizontal lines of sight in civil engineering, road building, and construction.

These scientific instruments were typically manufactured using cast brass, steel, and glass optics, finished with dark protective enamel coatings and housed inside fitted timber carrying boxes with leather straps.

Authentic pieces feature maker identification plaques or engraved trade marks, distinct serial numbers, spirit level bubble vials, calibrated focus knobs, and original lined wooden transit cases.

Displayed open inside its original timber case, the instrument adds historical texture when placed on an office desk, library bookshelf, or console table alongside other technical collectables.

Optical lenses should be dusted with a soft camel-hair brush, while metal housings require gentle wiping with a dry cloth; leather straps benefit from application of neutral leather balm.
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