Manufactured in the 1960s, this is an unused Civil Defense radiation survey meter, designed for measuring dangerous radiation levels after a nuclear event. A unique, and functional, historical object from the cold war era. Manual copy included. Checked using its "Circuit Check" function. I include a note on cleaning the cable contacts, and provide two references for calibration and repair, if you wish to have it accurately calibrated. Shipped with a fresh alkaline battery installed. In discussion with Victoreen, I asked: 1) Are these meters still serviceable? ["They are serviceable."]; 2) Would they be a good home-use instrument in case of a radiological event? ["Yes."]; 3) How delicate are they? ["They're tough. They tend to read within 20% without calibration, which is about the accuracy that is necessary for home use."]. CD (Civil Defense) label on one side. Unused, and clean, but with minor scrapes, rub marks and occasional dings from bulk storage. [May also have early calibration tags.] PLEASE NOTE: This is not a "Geiger Counter" for prospecting. Though designed like a Geiger Counter, it is shielded to detect only high-energy Beta (2 MEV and up), and Gamma radiation, from a nuclear explosion. Meter scale is 0-5 R/Hr. Ranges are: X100, X10, X1, X0.1. The meter separates into three components. The ion chamber in the bottom can extend 25-feet on a cable. This allows the detector to be placed outside, while the meter is read inside. The top separates to install the battery (one "D" cell) and access the circuitry. Shipping weight 9 pounds. I prefer PayPal, but will accept USPS Money Orders. Shipped UPS ground. I pack very securely. Please email questions. Please check my other auctions for vintage electronics and odd items. PLEASE NOTE: USA bidders only. Shipped to USA locations only. Thank you.
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