Paragon drafting machine, 1370, made by Keuffel & Esser Co., (Hoboken), n.d., ca. 1955-1965.
Entry/Object ID
2009.006.0112
Description
Paragon drafting machine, 1370, made by Keuffel & Esser Company, (Hoboken), no date, circa 1955-1965. Metal and plastic. Variable dimensions as used; folded closed without scales attached, circa 26" x 9" x 6". Serial number: 342826. No scales (as issued.) With: pencil tray (model 1382) as issued. Lacking: instruction booklet.
No model number appears on the item other than K&E Paragon. The upper arm is 24 inches. No manufacturer's plate on the anchor (clamp).
K&E main offices and factory were in Hoboken during the period when this was manufactured.
Acquisition
Accession
2009.006
Source or Donor
Lukacs, Claire
Acquisition Method
Gift
Credit Line
Museum Collections. Gift of a friend of the Museum.
