RARE! 18thCentury Lathe Watchmaker Tool

Genuine antique 18th century compound lathe in wood box. Watchmaker tool of solid cast iron and brass, cleaned and lightly polished. In usable condition, however, being nearly 300 years old, no guarantees that it works perfectly or with precision or that it works at all. More of a precious genuine antique relic for display, education, or as a collector's item. Belongs in a museum, and is likely priceless, but if you must condisder comps, rhis incredibly rarely offered item has only one comp, and it is not in this country, is badly in need of restoration being offered at a multiple of the ask here. An incredible opportunity to complete the collection of the avid watchmaker, or maybe start the collection of the beginner/casual watchmaker; or as an investment: be it monetarily or to preserve history for future generations. For the right buyer, it will be an honor to bestow this museum peice with humility, and respect the giants of days goneby that we forget we stand on the shoulders of