Vintage Cavins Model MCL Depthometer - Oil Well Wireline Measuring Tool USA

Item Specifics

• Brand: Cavins Oil Well Tools (Long Beach, CA)
• Model: Model MCL Depthometer
• Serial Number: 6527
• Country of Manufacture: United States
• Tool Type: Wireline / Sand Line Depth Measuring Instrument
• Line Capacity: Typically fits 7/16" to 5/8" lines

Description

Up for sale is a vintage Cavins Model MCL Depthometer oil well wireline measuring tool, proudly manufactured in Long Beach, California. This heavy-duty, industrial-grade mechanical instrument is designed to accurately measure line depth during well services like swabbing, bailing, cleaning, or perforating.
Condition Details:
• Cosmetic: Great physical shape for its age with crisp, perfectly legible stamped lettering and cast details (Serial No. 6527).
• Mechanical: The main aluminum wheel and guide arms pivot smoothly.
• Functional Note: The mechanical counter assembly is completely intact.
This is a highly collectible piece of American oilfield history that is still widely utilized in industrial field operations today. Brand new units retail for over $3,000 through oilfield distributors.