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Vintage American Optics Spencer 860 Sliding Microtome
$50.00 USD
Closes:
3d7h(Mar 13, 2026 12:55 AM UTC)
$2.00 USD
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Iowa City, Iowa, USASubject to an auto-extension of the auction end time.
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Description
| Manufacturer | American Optical |
| Model | Spencer 860 |
| Serial Number | 13159 |
| Condition | Used/See Description |
| Odometer/Hours | Miles (Unknown) |
| Title Restriction | Clean Title |
| Lot Number | 7484-41581 |
| Inventory ID | 17182 |
North American Bidders Only.
For Auction is an American Optics Spencer 860 Sliding Microtome. The American Optical (AO) Spencer Model 860 is a heavy-duty sliding microtome designed for precision sectioning of large or difficult specimens in hospital and research laboratories. Originally designed before 1938 and widely manufactured during the 1940s and 1950s, it remains highly regarded for its robust construction and versatility in cutting materials like bone, wood, and paraffin-embedded tissues.The Model 860 is known for its horizontal sliding track and precise automatic feed mechanism.
Specifications and Features
Section Thickness: Features an automatic advance mechanism adjustable from 1 to 40 microns.
Total Feed Excursion: Provides a total vertical travel of 42mm.
Specimen Orientation: Includes a universal specimen holder with X-Y orientation, allowing precise angle adjustments via three set screws.
Knife Holder: The knife block slides on a horizontal surface, and the holder supports various tilt and clearance angles.
The Microtome slides, adjusts, and moves properly from what we can tell. The Microtome has not been fully tested. We assume that the Microtome will need some level of maintenance to make it function properly. The Microtome appears to be in good condition. The American Optics Case opens, holds the Microtome, and latches closed properly. The Microtome may show signs of cosmetic wear such as scuffs and dust. The Microtome comes with what is documented in the included photos and nothing more. Please reference the included photos and Microtome model number for more information. The American Optics Sliding Microtome is being sold AS IS.
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Note:
1. Payment is due within 5 (five) business days of auction closure.
2. Any invoice $5,000 or above requires payment via wire transfer.
3. Depending on your history with GovDeals, you may be limited to the number of auctions/transactions that you can participate in simultaneously AND/OR the dollar amount that you can pay via credit card, debit card or PayPal. For additional insight, please visit the Probation FAQ.
SALES TAX
When applicable, sales tax is calculated based upon the auction’s advertised location.
If you are seeking sales tax exemption, you must complete Liquidity Services’ tax exemption form(s). We recommend doing this prior to the auction’s closure or before making payment. To do so, please visit Liquidity Services' Tax Exemption Submission Tool.
Removal
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Items will not be released if buyer fails to make an appointment.
All items must be removed within ten (10) business days from the time and date of issuance of the Buyer's Certificate.
The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Pallets or containers that items are on or in are not included. No Assistance will be provided. Any item left after the 10 day limit will be relisted, buyers will be subject to GovDeals policies.
Purchaser is solely responsible for the loading and transportation.
The University disclaims all liability for injury or property damage associated with this purchase.
The University of Iowa Surplus Department does not provide or prepare items for shipping (except for certain clothing items) however there are local companies that will prepare and ship items from our location.
If items are shipped at your request by paying for the shipping you are agreeing that assets are sold as is, where is and without warranty. Once the asset is removed from the seller's premises there is no refund of monies previously paid.
If you are contracting with a freight company,
DO NOT LIST UI SURPLUS AS THE SHIPPER.
You must list yourself (the buyer) as the shipper (we would be considered the destination).
Any bill of ladings with The University of Iowa or our staff members as the shipper will be denied. ALL T-FORCE SHIPMENTS WILL HAVE TO BE BE SCHDULED THROUGH THE LOCAL UPS STORE OR WILL BE DENIED
I have included a few local shippers that have done pickups for other customers in the past. Please feel free to call if you have any questions and again thanks for your business.
UPS Store – 319-359-1773 store6597@theupsstore.com
AG PACK AND SHIP for any type of shiping 319-855-9911 AGPACKANDSHIP@GMAIL.COM
Mailboxes of Iowa City – 319-354-2113Move it, for packaging and freight 866-576-0030
Freight pack 319-471-7009
Items will not be released if buyer fails to make an appointment.
All items must be removed within ten (10) business days from the time and date of issuance of the Buyer's Certificate.
The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Pallets or containers that items are on or in are not included. No Assistance will be provided. Any item left after the 10 day limit will be relisted, buyers will be subject to GovDeals policies.
Purchaser is solely responsible for the loading and transportation.
The University disclaims all liability for injury or property damage associated with this purchase.
The University of Iowa Surplus Department does not provide or prepare items for shipping (except for certain clothing items) however there are local companies that will prepare and ship items from our location.
If items are shipped at your request by paying for the shipping you are agreeing that assets are sold as is, where is and without warranty. Once the asset is removed from the seller's premises there is no refund of monies previously paid.
If you are contracting with a freight company,
DO NOT LIST UI SURPLUS AS THE SHIPPER.
You must list yourself (the buyer) as the shipper (we would be considered the destination).
Any bill of ladings with The University of Iowa or our staff members as the shipper will be denied. ALL T-FORCE SHIPMENTS WILL HAVE TO BE BE SCHDULED THROUGH THE LOCAL UPS STORE OR WILL BE DENIED
I have included a few local shippers that have done pickups for other customers in the past. Please feel free to call if you have any questions and again thanks for your business.
UPS Store – 319-359-1773 store6597@theupsstore.com
AG PACK AND SHIP for any type of shiping 319-855-9911 AGPACKANDSHIP@GMAIL.COM
Mailboxes of Iowa City – 319-354-2113Move it, for packaging and freight 866-576-0030
Freight pack 319-471-7009
Special Instructions
NOTICE: If you are the winning bidder and default by failing to adhere to this sellers terms and conditions your account with Liquidity Services WILL BE LOCKED.
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Description Warranty. Seller warrants to the Buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to its description. Any claim for misdescription must be made prior to removal of the property. If Seller confirms that the property does not conform to the description, Seller will keep the property and refund any money paid. The liability of the seller shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the property.
Guaranty Waiver. All property is offered for sale 'AS IS, WHERE IS.' University of Iowa makes no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. Please note that upon removal of the property, all sales are final.
Description Warranty. Seller warrants to the Buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to its description. Any claim for misdescription must be made prior to removal of the property. If Seller confirms that the property does not conform to the description, Seller will keep the property and refund any money paid. The liability of the seller shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the property.
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