Vintage Soviet MS-13 Cup Anemometer, Mechanical Wind Speed Meter, Bakelite Case, Scientific Instrument, USSR Industrial Collectible

Vintage Soviet MS-13 Cup Anemometer with Original Bakelite Case
Condition: Excellent vintage condition visually; operation has not been verified.

A fascinating piece of vintage scientific instrumentation, this Soviet-era MS-13 cup anemometer was designed to measure average wind speed and moving air velocity. With its distinctive rotating cup assembly, analog dial, dark housing, and original protective Bakelite case, it is an unusual collectible for enthusiasts of meteorological equipment, industrial design, and vintage scientific instruments.

The instrument features four black rotating cups held within a curved protective metal frame. The cream-colored dial has a finely graduated scale, two smaller subsidiary dials, and original Cyrillic inscriptions, including “Анемометр чашечный” (cup anemometer), “ГОСТ 6376-74,” and “Сделано в СССР” (Made in the USSR).

The MS-13 model was designed for measuring average air-flow speed in industrial environments and average wind speed at meteorological stations. Its specified measuring range is 1–20 metres per second. The rotating cups respond to moving air, transmitting movement to the mechanical measuring mechanism and dial.

Details
Model: MS-13 cup anemometer
Type: Mechanical wind-speed measuring instrument
Markings: GOST 6376-74; Made in the USSR
Measuring range specified for this model: 1–20 m/s
Materials: Metal components, dark housing, glass dial cover, and Bakelite protective case
Included: Anemometer, original protective case, and a clean paper measurement record sheet
Era: Soviet-era vintage; exact manufacturing year has not been confirmed
Origin: USSR, as marked on the instrument

Condition
The instrument is in excellent visual vintage condition, with its dial, rotating cups, protective frame, and distinctive original appearance preserved. The original Bakelite case is included, along with a clean paper sheet intended for recording measurements.

The mechanism has not been professionally tested, and its measuring accuracy and operational status are unknown. The paper sheet is blank. Please review all photographs carefully to assess the item's exact condition and included components.

A distinctive collectible
This instrument would make an interesting addition to a collection of vintage meteorological equipment, Soviet industrial instruments, scientific antiques, or mechanical measuring devices. Its sculptural metal frame and aged dial also suit industrial, steampunk-inspired, or science-themed displays.

Whether displayed in a study, workshop, office, or curated collection of historical instruments, the MS-13 offers a glimpse into the practical engineering and measuring technology of the Soviet era.

Please note: This is an original vintage instrument, not a modern reproduction. No claim is made that it is currently suitable for professional measurements. The exact manufacturer and manufacturing date have not been independently confirmed.

I try to do my best to represent the item's true color in the pictures, but the colors may vary slightly due to differences in monitor calibrations.

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ATTENTION: This is not a toy! The products do not contain hazardous substances, have a smooth surface without sharp edges and do not pose a risk to consumers.
The product design is strong and stable, without the risk of injury to the user.

***Manufacturer information***
This product was handmade by us, a small business, using hand tools and a laser machine.
"Ukrainianwoods" company, our workshop located in Ukraine, Kryvyi Rih

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