A few examples of appraisal values for
GURLEY LEVEL

• Gurley wye level, 17-1/2 in. telescope,
  Gurley wye level, 17-1/2 in. telescope, black finish, Gurley mark with serial number GN0841, four-screw leveling base, dovetailed mahogany case with matching serial number, green-painted tripod, sun shade. Transit and case in good condition, strap torn The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley drainage level, red-painted
  Gurley drainage level, red-painted brass, marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", patented October 16, 1883, marked "22", length 8-3/4 in., dovetailed mahogany case with original label and operational lock, three mounting accessories. Instrument and case in good condition, normal wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley drainage level, green-painted
  Gurley drainage level, green-painted brass, compass with 3 in. needle and silvered face, length 8-1/2 in., dovetailed mahogany case, brass plumb bob, screwdriver, adapter, brass leveling base with adjustors. Instrument and case in good condition, lacking strap. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley Exploration level, marked
  Gurley Exploration level, marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", serial number 221867, 1922, 7 in. telescope, height 5-3/8 in., leather-covered fitted case, 6 x 8 x 4-1/2 in., brass plumb bob, two adjusting pins, sun shade, aluminum compass with 2-1/2 in. needle. Excellent condition; leather case with minor scuffs and normal wear, lacking strap. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley drainage level, green-painted
  Gurley drainage level, green-painted brass, marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy N.Y.", patented 1883, length 8-5/8 in., fitted dovetailed mahogany case, two adapters, with tripod marked "U.W.T.E." (University of Wisconsin), with extra adapter, Good condition, normal wear, possibly lacking accessory. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley engineer's transit,
  Gurley engineer's transit, face marked in script "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", bottom of leveling base marked with "E" and "38", circa 1873, 10-3/4 in. telescope, 5 in. needle, height 12 in., in dovetailed mahogany case with original Gurley label, tripod. Instrument in good condtiion, lacking accessories; case with oil stains, losses to label, separations, lacking latches and strap. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley alidade, two fluid levels
  Gurley alidade, two fluid levels (one bulls-eye), 8 in. telescope including right-angle eyepiece, mounted with Beaman stadia arc No. 890, patented 1906-1913, trough compass, 10 in. calibrated base marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y. 171178", height 4-1/4 in. Excellent condition, lacking case. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• GURLEY BRASS RAILROAD - SURVEYOR
  GURLEY BRASS RAILROAD - SURVEYOR LEVEL, WITH CASEA large antique brass railroad or wye surveyors 19" level, stamped with maker's marks for W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy NY., together with stamped marks for Ledder & Probst, Boston Mass. Retaining its original fitted mahogany case with brass plaque numbered 4790, the interior retaining it original paper makers label, overall wear to case, losses to leather carrying strap, remnants of adhesive tape to scope. Case dimensions, 9.75" high x 21" wide x 5.75" deep.
• Gurley transit, black-finished
  Gurley transit, black-finished aluminum with brass mounts, marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New York", serial number 452410, 10-1/8 in. telescope, 3-1/4 in. needle, height 13-3/4 in., in dovetailed mahogany case, 16-1/2 x 10 x 10 in., sun shield, extended leg tripod, marked "Gurley Constant Level". Good condition, lacking some accessories; case with wear, replaced strap. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley plane table alidade, 8-1/4
  Gurley plane table alidade, 8-1/4 in. telescope with 11 in. base marked "W. & L.E. Gurley Troy, N.Y. USA. 181587", 1918, Beaman stadia arc number 8193, patented 1906, two spirit levels, cased compass needle, leather case and strap. Good condition. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley pocket railroad compass,
  Gurley pocket railroad compass, two spirit levels, folding 4-1/2 in.sights, face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", 6-1/2 x 7-1/4 in., in fitted wooden case,with 55 in. tripod; with original label and tripod adapter. Compass in good condition, case with scuffs and normal wear, lacking strap, possibly lacking plumb bob. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley Light Mountain solar transit,
  Gurley Light Mountain solar transit, with Burt solar attachment, marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New York", 8-1/2 in. telescope, 4 in. needle, height 13-1/2 in., leather-covered mahogany case with impressed marks, screwdriver, sun shield, plumb bob, spare level, adjusting pins, Gurley tripod. Good condition, leather lid with separated seams; tripod with normal wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley single vernier compass,
  Gurley single vernier compass, silvered face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley Troy, N.Y.", two spirit levels, 7-3/4 in. sights, 6 in. needle, length 15-1/2 in., with stiff-leg tripod and ball-and-socket adapter, old protractor (probably horn), dovetailed mahogany case with Gurley label. Compass in good condition, normal wear and abrasions, protractor with damage, case with normal scuffs and abrasions and possibly not original, replaced leather strap. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley transit, silvered surface
  Gurley transit, silvered surface with Gurley mark, serial number 221296, 1922, four-screw leveling base, 8-1/2 in. telescope, 4 in. needle, three fluid levels, height 10-1/2 in., Gurley dovetailed mahogany case, serial number 401089, 14-3/4 x 9 x 9 in. Transit and case in good condition, lacking accessories. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• GURLEY SURVEYOR'S LEVEL WITH TRIPOD
  GURLEY SURVEYOR'S LEVEL WITH TRIPOD The top brass flats marked W. & L.E. GURLEY. TROY N.Y. and PATENTED OCT.16 1883, painted iron and brass construction with spirit level; includes tripod and wooden case with working key.
• A W. and L.E. Gurley Surveyor's
  A W. and L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Transit Level Troy, New York, Late 19th/Early 20th Century Height 9 1/8 x length 24 inches.
• Gurley vernier compass, silvered
  Gurley vernier compass, silvered face marked "W. & L.W. Gurley Troy, N.Y.", two fluid levels, 7-3/4 in. sights, 6 in. needle, length 15-1/2 in., and stenciled "91", ball-and-socket adapter, and dovetailed mahogany case. Old unpolished surface, normal wear, silvered face with minor corrosion, lacking plumb bob and possibly other implements, label with extensive damage, adapter with minor tool marks, replaced leather strap, case with chips, losses, later refinishing. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley 1937 balloon theodolite,
  Gurley 1937 balloon theodolite, dark green finish, serial number 371617, 8-1/2 in. tapered telescope with folding 2-3/4 in. sight, height 11-1/4 in., equipped with battery powered lighting system, flexible eyepiece, in dovetailed mahogany case with original Gurley plate and matching serial number, 13 x 12-1/2 x 12-1/4 in., sun shield. Excellent condition; case with normal wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley brass compass, folding 4-1/2
  Gurley brass compass, folding 4-1/2 in. sights, two fluid levels, 5-1/4 x 5-5/8 in., 4-1/2 in. needle, in leather case and strap,marked "W&E Gurley, Troy NY", with ball-and-socket adapter. Good condition, minor corrosion, adhesive residue on back; case lacking pointed element on back, scuffs and wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley surveyor's plain compass,
  Gurley surveyor's plain compass, silvered face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy.N.Y.", two spirit levels, 3-7/8 in. needle, 6-3/8 in. sights, length 12-1/2 in. with 54 in. K&E Jacob's staff #5350. Compass in good condition, lacking case. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley transit, marked in block
  Gurley transit, marked in block letters "W. & L.E. Gurley Troy, N.Y. USA", brass and aluminum with black finish, serial number 39493, 1939, 8 in. telescope, 3-1/4 in. needle, height 12-1/2 in., in fitted mahogany case with brass plate, 15-1/2 x 9 x 9 in., sun shield, extended-leg oak tripod marked "X-6-L-2". Good condition, normal wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley transit, brass with dark
  Gurley transit, brass with dark green finish, face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", serial number 222126, 1922, 7 in. telescope, 4-1/2 in. needle, height 10-1/2 in., in dovetailed mahogany case with original Gurley brass plate, screwdriver, sun shield, adjusting pins, wrench, with Gurley expanded-leg tripod. Good condition; case with minor scuffs and wear, lacking plumb bob. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley single vernier transit,
  Gurley single vernier transit, silver face marked in script "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New York", serial number 13124, 1913, 8-3/4 in. telescope, 3-1/2 in. needle, height 10-3/4 in., dovetailed mahogany case with original brass plate, Gurley label, 12 x 10 x 6-1/2 in., sun shade, plumb bob, expanding leg Gurley tripod with brass mounts. Good condition, case and tripod with normal wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley transit, aluminum with brass
  Gurley transit, aluminum with brass mounts, black finish, marked in block letters "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y. USA", serial number 462769, 10 in. telescope, 3-1/4 in. needle, height 14 in., dovetailed mahogany case with Gurley plate, plumb bob, with Dietzgen tripod, 60 in. Scope lacking attachment at top; case possibly older, interior in poor condition with added carpet. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley transit, silvered face marked
  Gurley transit, silvered face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", 8 in. telescope, 4 in. needle, height 11-1/2 in., dovetailed mahogany case with original label and tooled leather cover, 13-1/2 x 10 x 8-3/4 in., with expandable Gurley oak tripod marked on top "Patent 16416, 1892". Interior of compass with some discoloration, vertical circle worn, otherwise good condition; case with wear and extensive separations. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley railroad compass, metal
  Gurley railroad compass, metal label "Built by Mechanician's Dept. College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin, Serial Number UW11282", silvered face marked "W. & L.W. Gurley Troy, N.Y.", two spirit levels, 7-1/2 in. sights, 5 in. needle, length 15-1/2 in., original dovetailed mahogany case with marks for University of Wisconsin and Gurley label, mounting adapter; attached information indicates five signatures inside bottom plate: A. Mueller 1915-1916, F.W. Keeler 1890, J.R. Young 1889, E.T.E. 1890 (compass not disassembled to confirm signatures). Good condition, base of compass with blackened surface, silvered face with corrosion, case with normal wear, scuffs and separations, replaced leather strap, lacking plumb bob. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley railroad compass, silvered
  Gurley railroad compass, silvered face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", 7-3/4 in. calibrated sights, length 15-3/4 in., fitted mahogany case with original label, plumb bob, and adjusting pin. Compass in good condition, face with minor discoloration, case and strap in excellent condition, lacking tripod and several small accessories. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley Light Mountain transit,
  Gurley Light Mountain transit, with Burt solar attachment, silvered dial marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New York", marked on side "University of Dakota", Jones latitude arc marked "RM Jones Patent Jan. 16th 1883 No. 16", 8-1/8 in. telescope, 4 in. needle, height 13 in., in dovetailed mahogany case with Gurley paper label and sun shield, 12-3/4 x 9-1/4 x 7-1/2 in., with extentable tripod, brass clips marked "Gurley", 35 in. closed. Good condition, normal wear, case with stains and losses. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley explorer transit, face marked
  Gurley explorer transit, face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", serial number 9588, 1909, 7 in. telescope, height 9-3/4 in., in leather-covered mahogany fitted case, exterior with brass Gurley label, 11 x 8-1/2 x 6 in., plumb bob, sun shield, screwdriver, two adjusting pins, expandable Gurley tripod, Excellent condition; case with repaired base with metal band, large stain, lacking portable magnifier. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley transit, silvered face marked
  Gurley transit, silvered face marked in print "W. & L.E. Gurley Troy, N.Y.", serial number 2287, 1922, 7 in. telescope, 4-1/2 in. needle, height 10-1/4 in., in fitted and dovetailed mahogany case with Gurley brass label, 11-5/8 x 8-3/8 x 7-1/4 in., with screwdriver, extended-leg tripod. Good condition, tripod and case with normal wear. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• W & LE GURLEY BRASS SURVEY LEVEL
  W & LE GURLEY BRASS SURVEY LEVEL TRIPOD STAND BOXW.& L.E. Gurley Brass Survey Level Tripod Stand Box. The scientific survey instrument all brass surveyor’s level is in good condition and fully operational. It includes the original fitted box. Mounted on the stand measures 64 inches high. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• Gurley transit, silvered compass
  Gurley transit, silvered compass face marked "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", serial number 12637, 1912, 8-1/2 in. telescope, 3-3/8 in. needle, height 11 in., in dovetailed mahogany case with Gurley label, 12-1/2 x 10 x 6-1/2 in., with 57 in. tripod. Tripod and case with normal wear, wear to vertical circle, otherwise good condition, lacking plumb bob. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• CASED W. & L.E. GURLEY SURVEYOR'S
  CASED W. & L.E. GURLEY SURVEYOR'S WYE LEVEL W/ TRIPOD Finely Crafted 19th c. Brass Telescoping Surveyor's Instrument by W. & L.E. Gurley of Troy, NY, in original fitted wooden case with affixed Gurley label and B.L. Makepeace (Boston) service label from 1912 and 1914, case: 5" high, 16 1/2" x 9 1/2"; and original tripod, 56" high folded.
• Gurley Light Mountain transit,
  Gurley Light Mountain transit, 7-7/8 in. telescope, 4 in. needle (no serial number found), 10 in., in tooled leather-covered mahogany case with Gurley label, 12 x 9-1/2 x 9-1/2 in., screwdriver, sun shield. Transit in good condition, leather case with tears and separations. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Gurley engineer's transit, double
  Gurley engineer's transit, double vernier, silvered face marked in script "W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y.", serial number 11342, 1911, 11-3/4 in. telescope, 5 in. needle, height 13-3/4 in., Gurley tripod. Good condition, tripod and transit with normal wear and abrasions, lacking case, The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina
• Queen wye level, marked "Jas
  Queen wye level, marked "Jas W. Queen & Co. Agents Philadelphia", 20 in. telescope above 7-1/2 in. spirit level, height 8 in., in Gurley mahogany dovetailed case, 9-3/4 x 22-1/2 x 6 in., with 58 in. Gurley stiff-leg tripod, sun shield. Good condition, case with normal scuffs and wear, replaced leather strap, lacking plumb bob. The Collection of the Late Ronald Kiser, Mars Hill, North Carolina