Description from Restoration Hardware
Inspired by instruments that graced fine homes of the past, New England master craftsman Steve Conant handcrafts original rain gauges using the same custom techniques developed in the 19th century. Constructed of solid copper and stainless steel, they bring accuracy and elegance to the garden.
- Handcrafted from solid copper and glass for a lifetime of use
- At over two-feet tall, the metal and glass instrument offers a 12″ scale that keeps track in precise 1/10″ increments; also has metric measurements
- Extra-large numerals, magnified by an innovative curvature in the glass tube, make it easy to check precipitation from a distance
- Empties by valve
- Screen keeps out leaves and bugs
- Natural uncoated finish ages to a warm patina when exposed to the elements
- Mounting hardware included
- Made in China
- In antique copper or stainless steel
- Copper finish will patina over time; stainless steel finish will remain the same
- Catalog and Web only
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