Automatic adjustable fulcrum patented by E. P. Finigan. | Infringements will be prosecuted under the law. i Note Simplicity of Operation. Diver steps with one foot on the corrugated hardwood treadle. This automatically raises the board off the fulcrum. With the other foot— or with the hand—diver easily revolves wheel, which moves fulcrum bar forward or backward. Adjustment area is 27 inches, amply sufficient to give the lightest or heaviest diver the desired spring. When weighing in before a meet is made compulsory, as is now planned, the auto- matic adjustable fulcrum will be an im- perative requirement. Close-up of Automatic Adjustable Fulcrum Unit Simple, sturdy; readily adaptable to either the high or low stands, as will be noted by glancing at top picture and at University of California pools, opposite page. The Most Revolutionary Improvement in Diving Apparatus in Years — The E. P. Finigan paenes AUTOMATIC ADJUSTABLE FULCRUM! cApproved by the Intercollegiate Swimming Association See comment on the automatic adjustable fulcrum in the rules, page 98, 1933 A. G. Spalding Bros. Swimming Guide. Enthusi- astically endorsed by many other swimming and athletic organizations, and noted amateur and professional divers. Fool-proof. Nothing to get out of order. Easy to operate. The ideal swimming pool equipment for beginners as well as expert divers. Mechanism under control of pool operator at all times. Locked or released at option of attendant. Special Patented Feature Fulcrum bar travels on brass pipes set at same incline as the board, thus automatically providing the correct pitch and the official height at any adjustment. Long-Life Construction For instance: the fulcrum bar is a 2%” outside diameter extra heavy steel tube, hot galvanized. On it a heavy, live rubber pad is scientifically mounted to cushion the shocks at point of severest strain, which greatly pro- longs life of board. All the other specially designed fittings are either brass, manganese bronze, hot galvan- ized or Parkerized steel, to provide the utmost in massive strength and resistance to rust. Get All the Facts The tremendous popularity of this marvel- ous aid to perfection of diving, is a broad hint to every pool owner to get ALL the facts, without obligation. APPROVED BY MEMBERS OF INTERNATIONAL AMATEUR SWIMMING FEDERATION. OFFICIAL FOR ALL DIVING COMPETITION ¢ @ Here at last is the scientifically perfected device that pro- vides each diver with the exact board adjustment which enables him to attain a spring to his own weight and liking. The automatic adjustable fulcrum furnishes the aver- age diver with a new and keener pleasure in an exhila- rating pastime. It permits the expert to be consistent in his routine of diving, and assures him of an adjustment adaptable to his own individuality. In competitive meets it offers officials and contestants a positive means of insuring fair play. For with this in- genious mechanism the individual diver quickly and eas- ily adjusts the board to the identical spring to which he is accustomed in his home plunge. In addition, it gives the lightest or heaviest contestant the maximum of assist- ance in maintaining the proper rhythm and co-ordination essential to championship performance. Owners of Estates You will be surprised how much greater enjoyment you and your guests will derive from your swimming pool when you equip your l-meter or 3-meter standards with the Automatic Adjust- able Fulcrum. Pool Operators All up-to-date pools will eventually be fitted with the Auto- matic Adjustable Fulcrum. It enhances the prestige and repu- tation of a pool—and attracts throngs of “knowing” swimmers. Physical Directors of universities, schools and athletic clubs . . . Your swimming pool will become a greater magnet than ever when you increase its appeal with Automatic Adjustable-Fulcrum-equipt spring boards. Write for further particulars. If possible, send sketch, with measurements, of your present frames and anchor- ages. Or check your requirements on the enclosed reply card. The beautiful open air pools at the University of California. Completed about January 1, 1933. Equipped throughout by E. P. Finigan with eight 1-meter low boards and two 3-meter high boards. All have the Automatic Adjustable Fulcrum. A partial view of these outfits appears in this picture.