{"product_id":"soviet-drafting-set-gotovalnya-moscow-drawing-instruments","title":"Soviet Drafting Set Gotovalnya Moscow –Professional Drawing Instruments in Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet drafting set is a large professional set of drawing instruments made at the Gotovalnya factory in Moscow, USSR. Designed for engineers and architects, it comes in its original, durable case with the factory logo on the lid and an intact velvet lining. A comprehensive set that includes various compasses, rulers, straightedges and extensions; please see the photos for the exact number of pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drafting \/ drawing instruments set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gotovalnya factory, Moscow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various compasses, rulers, straightedges and extensions (see photos for full contents)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel instruments with brass fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original case with velvet lining and factory logo on the lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2.3 kg (5.1 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in excellent vintage condition. The instruments are well preserved. The case shows minor signs of age and storage, and the velvet lining is intact. Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition and completeness of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore computer-aided design, every bridge, building and machine in the Soviet Union started on a drawing board, and a quality set of instruments was an essential, often lifelong tool for engineers, architects and students. The Russian word gotovalnya itself refers to such a case of drawing instruments. Large professional sets like this one, made of solid steel and brass and weighing over 2 kg, reflect the care that went into Soviet technical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday these sets appeal to collectors of Soviet industrial history, to architects and designers who appreciate classic tools, and to anyone looking for a distinctive desk decor piece for a home office. This Soviet drafting set is both a usable kit and an elegant reminder of the era of hand-drawn blueprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678833246357,"sku":"EBAY-407112047600","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-drafting-set-gotovalnya-moscow-drawing-instruments-1.jpg?v=1791647286","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-drafting-set-gotovalnya-moscow-drawing-instruments","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}