George Wale was born in the U.S. in 1840 from
parents who emigrated from England. He initially worked with
partners. There are known instruments signed "Hawkers & Wale" as
well as those signed "Morrison & Wale". By the late 1870's he
was working alone.
The following was extracted from: Practical Hints on the
Selection and Use of the Microscope, by John Phin, 1877
CONTINENTAL MODEL.
As made by Geo Wale, Paterson. N. J.