Patent-Pending Design Inspired by the Inventions of Thomas Jefferson Burlington, VT, November 6, 2006 -
The new "Jeffersonian Rain Gauge" from Conant Custom Brass of Vermont recalls the genius of Thomas Jefferson, known for his mathematically based inventions combining art and purpose.
Standing 31" tall, the solid brass and glass Jeffersonian employs a float-and lever mechanism to move a dial across an arched gauge, which features cutout numerals and notches at precise intervals along both sides. As rain collects in the glass vial, the float rises and moves the lever, which is attached to an stylish pointer that moves up and down the gauge. The gauge measures rainfall at 1/10" inch intervals, from 0 to 5.5".
"The Jeffersonian makes a beautiful piece of outdoor art while serving a very practical purpose," notes Ken Browne, Conant's director of sales. The innovative design "reflects our company's classical aesthetic and passion for mechanical devices, and it makes a great conversation piece as well," he says.
Like all Conant garden products, the Jeffersonian features solid brass construction and is guaranteed for life. The gauge is 12.5" wide and 31" tall. It is available for $197 from select retailers throughout the U.S. For the location of a retailer near you, visit conantcustombrass.com —
About Conant Custom Brass
Founded in 1979, Conant Custom Brass is recognized nationally as a leading creative force "working wonders with metal and light"™. From its headquarters in Burlington, VT, Conant provides a complete line of top-quality weather instruments in brass, copper and stainless steel as well as new and antique lighting, classic home accessories, specialty architectural products, and custom metalworking and restoration services.
Conant entered the home-and-garden market in 1992 with the original Vermont Outdoor Thermometer, which challenged the notion of weather instruments as cheap plastic trinkets. Today, Conant sells more than 40 home and garden products through retailers in North America, Europe and Japan. It also manufactures exclusive branded products for Smith and Hawken, Gardener's Supply and other leading retailers.
Press Contact:
Ken Browne
ken@conantcustombrass.com;
800-832-4482, ext. 127
EMAIL: store@conantcustombrass.com
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