Slide rule

Description

Hinged slide rule for use in the cotton mill industry, used to calculate yarn counts, measure cotton and draughts of mules, instructions for use are stamped on the reverse, made of wood with a sliding brass inlaid measure, designed by William Slater, Bolton mid 19th century

Museum reference

T.1985.57

Collection

History of Science

Object name

Slide rule

Production information

Slater, William, Designer
Bolton, Lancashire, England, Northern Europe

Date

Mid 19th century or later

Materials

Wood, Brass

Associations

Designer: Slater, William