So DHL delivered the tripod ( will use for the Rabbit Ears trench telescope).
It is a Surveyors tripod, brass top, telescopic beech legs. Made by Fennel in Germany ( Kassel) .
I think 1930's to early 1950's.
The wood was lacquered originally, but that has flaked off in many areas over the years. Should I sand it down, apply oil or lacquer?
The steel bits I will derust and paint black, crinkle finish, and polish the brass. Will need to manufacture a connector between the telescope attachment and tripod, brass.
I am not used to work with old wood, or restoring wood. Any ideas ?
It is a Surveyors tripod, brass top, telescopic beech legs. Made by Fennel in Germany ( Kassel) .
I think 1930's to early 1950's.
The wood was lacquered originally, but that has flaked off in many areas over the years. Should I sand it down, apply oil or lacquer?
The steel bits I will derust and paint black, crinkle finish, and polish the brass. Will need to manufacture a connector between the telescope attachment and tripod, brass.
I am not used to work with old wood, or restoring wood. Any ideas ?
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