Antique c1920’s “George & Becker” of London Brass & Oak Scientific Vacuum Pump.


This is an antique c1920’s “George & Becker” of London scientific vacuum pump. Or though there are no makers marks this looks exactly like two other George & Becker vacuum pumps I have seen in the past, so I have made that assumption. This is in excellent condition but I have no means of testing it so I am unsure if it is in working order. The brass and cast iron pump sits on a plinth of oak. The oak has a medium brown coloured finish with a darker visible grain and the brass has acquired a nice patina. The sliding of the pump in and out has a nice smooth and tight action. The valve handle below the brass platform turns as it should, as does the valve knob at the base of the pump. All in all, a very interesting collectable piece.

Dimensions:-
Height: 22.5cm (9") handle in.
Width: 36.25cm (14 1/2") handle in.
Depth: 12.5cm (5")
Brass Plate Diameter: 12.5cm (5")
Minimum Handle Length: 3.75cm (1 1/2") between handle & brass ring.
Maximum Handle Length: 19.5cm (7 3/4") between handle & brass ring.

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