February Work in Progress
Aneroid, Barographs, Barometers, Barometers in Action, Compasses, Conservation, History of Aneroid Barometers, How do I repair an aneroid barometer, Is my barometer working, Pressure, Restoration, Testing Barometers, Vavasseur Antiques - Antique & Vintage Aneroid Barometers, Barographs & Other Scientific Instruments, Weather | February 16, 2023
February Work in Progress
Many might wonder what might be next on Vavasseur Antiques. “Work in progress” is a constant state, since almost all the items we offer are comprehensively re-built, serviced, and/or benefit from conservation. Consequently through-put is sometimes slow. This does mean though that the things we offer are ‘proper,’ as described, and as original as possible, not the product of the...
Vavasseur Antiques' New Laboratory In Action
Barometers in Action, Technology, Testing Barometers, Vavasseur Antiques - Antique & Vintage Aneroid Barometers, Barographs & Other Scientific Instruments | March 20, 2021
Vavasseur Antiques’ New Laboratory In Action
I remember a client came to me, a number of years ago, and with great excitement explained that he had bought a barometer and that "it works!" His great surprise and feelings of good fortune were very evident. Quite apart from being very happy for him, it was clear to me in that moment just how low the expectations of...
Selling Your Barometer, Barograph or Other Scientific Instrument
Barographs, Barometers, Compasses, Vavasseur Antiques - Antique & Vintage Aneroid Barometers, Barographs & Other Scientific Instruments | October 13, 2020
Selling Your Barometer, Barograph or Other Scientific Instrument
Thinking of selling a barometer or barograph? • We are the strongest and most active buyers of good quality antique and vintage aneroid barometers, barographs and related scientific instruments worldwide. We would be very pleased to talk to you if you are considering selling such items. • It is important that you achieve a fair price for the items you...
The Wonderful Conclusion to the Story of John Campbell's Exceptional Model Steam Engine
Featured, Media Mentions, Technology | February 18, 2020
The Wonderful Conclusion to the Story of John Campbell’s Exceptional Model Steam Engine
We’re delighted that the amazing Campbell model steam engine has been featured in the Antiques Trade Gazette special publication “Sixty Objects, Sixty Stories”, a review of 2019 highlights from the magazine.