Weston Model 785 Industrial Circuit Tester in Oak Carrying Case

Description :
This vintage Weston Model 785 industrial circuit tester is a portable analog electrical testing device housed in a dovetailed oak case with a leather handle and steel clasp. Designed for field and lab use, this tester includes a large analog meter, multiple rotary dial selectors, and banana plug inputs for a range of measurements—DC volts, AC volts, ohms, and current up to 10 amps. The inner lid features original printed operation instructions for Types 3 & 4. The box and device show signs of age and patina but appear complete, making this a prized item for collectors of vintage electrical instruments or for repurposing in industrial-themed interiors.
Era: Mid-20th Century (circa 1940s–1950s)

Style: Industrial – Utility Equipment

Technique: Factory-assembled precision analog instrumentation with hand-applied dials and labeling

Tools Used: Industrial lathe, drill press, precision gauges, and wiring tools

History: Weston Electrical Instrument Corp., founded in 1888, was a pioneer in precision electrical metering; models like this were used in factories and power plants during the mid-1900s.

Manufacturer / Maker: Weston Electrical Instrument Corporation, Newark, N.J., U.S.A.

Measurements: 12 ¾" W x 12 ⅜" D x 5 ⅜" T

Suggested Weight: ~12–15 lbs

Item Number : P13843

Category : Misc Tools

Brand : Weston Electrical Instrument Corporation, Newark, N.J., U.S.A.