Observers German Barograph

This barograph was designed and manufactured in the German Democratic Republic, circa 1976 by Fischer. A metal plate fitted to black crackle finish base indicates Type 207M 94322418 W serial number 1012. This instrument was made for professional/official use and is typical of that era where form, function and accuracy were more important than aesthetic design. The interesting movement arrangement is extremely accurate, easy to calibrate and responsive to even minor pressure movements and would be an ideal and economical barograph for a serious weather observer. Set in a two-glass hardwood case with a hinged lid there is a neat slide-out drawer to left side of the base and the original key is held in a neat clip. Six months supply of week charts supplied together with a reprinted copy of a pamphlet by Negretti & Zambra showing interpretation of various chart recordings.