Riefler A20 set of drafting instruments

Artifact Number:

2024-003

Description

A vintage set of Riefler A20 drafting compasses and pens. The set contains eight compasses and pens as well as extenders and a set of replacement graphite tips. The instruments were made in Germany by the company founded by Clements Riefler. This set was used at the AECL Design Office at Chalk River and was owned by David Thompson. The date on the set is 1958. The set is in a leathered case that measures 25 cm in length, 12 cm in width and 2.5 cm in height.

Details

Keywords:
drafting tools
Date:
~1950
Associated artifacts:
See 2019-025 and 2019-026 for similar Riefler instruments.
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