Rules, Tapes
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Antique Stanley No. 39 Rule COMPLETE Original Extension Tight Nice Example
This example retains its original extension and displays clear, legible markings throughout. All joints and hinges remain tight and firm, opening smoothly while holding position properly when extended.

Very Fine Sweetheart Era Stanley № 36 Pocket Boxwood & Brass Caliper Rule
Crafted from premium boxwood and heavy brass hardware.

Chesterman Sheffield #501 Brass Blacksmith Rule 24"
England made Tool. Great shape. Good user condition. Solid brass.

Vintage Rabone No 1206 Wood & Brass Rope/Cable Caliper Gauge. Glover Brothers

Rare Vintage Victor No. 808 8-Foot Mason’s Brick Spacing Folding Zig-Zag Ruler
Side 2 (Mason's Spacing Scale) Features the specialized architectural layout starting at 17" and running up to 96" for planning vertical brick and mortar courses without manual math. The brass spring joints still snap firmly into place and hold the rule straight.

Antique Cleveland Rule Co. Logging Scale Board Tally Measuring Stick Ruler
This is a very nice loggers scale made by the Cleveland rule company Cleveland, Ohio. It’s exactly 36 inches long. Please look at pictures.

Antique L Chaplin No. 56 1857-1901 ONE FOOT FOLDING RULE GERMAN SILVER & BONE
Great shape for age, made of bone not wood. A great piece. See photos for details

Stanley 35 Inch Aluminum Ruler Made In USA
Stanley 35 Inch Aluminum Ruler Made In USA

Vintage STANLEY No.62 Rule Ruler Sweetheart Era 1920-35 EXCELLENT
Beautiful shape . Excellent example . This one is as good as it gets !

Vintage Antique Stanley No 62 Folding Ruler New Britain Conn Brass Boxwood 24"
Pre-owned condition. Has some discoloration on the brass & woos. See all photos for more description.

Phoenix Portland Cement Co. Celluloid Tape Measure Advertisement Nazareth PA USA
This piece is in very very good condition. The cloth tape pulls out smoothly and retracts quickly. Small thread pull on tape. The graphics are vibrant, bright, and show very little of the typical "yellowing" or "crazing" (fine cracking) common to early 20th-century celluloid.

Antique Stanley Sweetheart No 62 Folding Rule Wood Brass Bound 2 Foot USA
Antique Stanley Sweetheart folding rule marked No. 62. Made in USA. Circa 1920-1935. Features wood construction with brass bindings and a two-foot folding design. The rule retains the Stanley Sweetheart trademark and is graduated on both sides. Condition Good antique condition with wear from age and use. Finish wear, scratches, discoloration, and darkening are present throughout. The brass bindings show age-related patina. The joints move properly and the rule folds as intended. Please review photos carefully for overall condition.
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Rare Stepens & Co #39 Grooved 2' 4 Qr Boxwood Rule Riverton Conn 1820-1901
Estate sale find. I believe this is a rare one. I could not find another. It is a little rough, but is solid. It may clean up some. I don't know why it is grooved ? Thanks for looking. If you have any questions, just message me.

Vintage (pre 1920) Stanley No. 36 Boxwood & Brass 6" Folding Rule W Caliper.

Vintage Antique STANLEY No. 66 1/2 Rule Ruler Sweetheart Era 1920-35
Has a little wear but still a great piece. User or keeper tool.

Vintage Antique STANLEY No 62 Rule Ruler Sweetheart Era 1920-35
Beautiful shape. Excellent example. Has seen very little use.

TRUE VALUE MASTER MECHANIC 50’ MEASURING TAPE
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Rare The C-S CO. Number NO. 36 Caliper Ruler Brass and Wood Vintage Antique
The product is a rare vintage antique caliper ruler from The C-S CO., a United States-based company. Made of brass and wood, this unique tool is a valuable collectible for woodworking enthusiasts. Its antique originality adds to its charm and makes it a sought-after item for those interested in traditional carpentry tools. The brand's history and the craftsmanship of this ruler make it a special piece for collectors of vintage hardware and tools.

Globe Master SOFT White Tape Measure Vintage No.60340 Has Wear Some Rust Works
Globe Master SOFT White Tape Measure Vintage No.60340 Has Wear Some Rust Works Well

NICE Vintage Craftsman 100' Heavy Duty Measuring Tape Crank Rewind 39002 USA
Great, lightly used condition. Tape looks nearly new. Clip could use a wipe down. Made in USA and ready to work with no issues. Not Happy?. What you see is what you get.

Vintage 1920-35 STANLEY Sweetheart SW No. 62 Brass Bound Boxwood Ruler
Good condition as shown - Brass Centering / Aligning pin is intact.

Pistol Shaped Tape Measure Gun from 1970s
The Pistol Shaped Tape Measure Gun from the 1970s is a vintage original tool made in Hong Kong. This unique and collectible item functions as a tape measure, making it both practical and a conversation piece for woodworking enthusiasts or collectors of vintage tools. Its distinctive design adds a touch of nostalgia to any collection, making it a rare find for those interested in carpentry and woodworking tools from the past. Plastic, Chrome paint wearing on back side, Tape metal number wearing, Pulls out & last 1 1/2 have to self push in. (See Pictures)

Vintage Lufkin & K&E Measuring Tape Lot – Chrome Clad, Leather Case, 3 Total
• Lufkin Brown Leather-Clad Steel Tape – approx. 50 FT (made in USA). Manufacturer: The Lufkin Rule Co. & Keuffel & Esser Co. All show wear from age and use including scuffs, surface rust, and worn leather.

Antique Stanley Loggers Ruler Walking Cane No. 48 Measuring Tool
Marked Stanley Rule and Level Company No. 48. No cracks in the wood. Some of the numbers are slightly faded and it is slightly crooked oddly enough! Neat piece overall Buyer to pay $14.00 shipping

VINTAGE BRASS GOLF BALL MEASURING TAPE
Vintage collectible brass golf ball measuring tape. Great used shape and measures 40 inches long. Works good.

Vintage Fairmount Creamery Co Advertising Ruler Wood 6" USA
It is in good used condition with marks and wear. The wood on one end has darkened. I may use recycled boxes in order to be more eco-friendly.

Vintage Montgomery Wards POWR KRAFT 84-4065 Unexcelled 72” Folding Wooden Ruler

Vintage Stanley Powerlock Tape Measure 33-212 PL 12 Left Handed Made In USA
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Vintage Lufkin No 386 4 Fold 1’ Boxwood And Brass Rule W/ Caliper

Vintage Lufkin 6 Inch Machinist's Hook Rule, Stainless Steel, V. Good Condition

Vintage Lot Metal Tape Measures Enamel Chicopee Mason Supplies Willer Tool Corp

VINTAGE STANLEY NO. 32 FOLDING RULER 12" WOOD / BRASS W/ CALIPER
VINTAGE STANLEY NO. 32 FOLDING RULER 12" WOOD / BRASS WITH CALIPER

Vintage LUFKIN No. 372 (36 1/2) Boxwood Folding Rule Caliper Ruler Exc.
Nice vintage No 372 boxwood rule by Lufkin

Vintage Antique STANLEY No. 32 Rule Ruler Boxwood Brass w/Caliper Pre 1920 EXC.
Beautiful shape ! Excellent example ! Aprox 1915 - 1920 . This one is as good as it gets ..

Vintage J.R. Watkins 6" Ruler Advertising
Vintage J.R. Watkins 6" Ruler Advertising. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.

Beautiful Antique Folding Ruler Wood and Brass Signed Great Patina Small Pocket
Beautiful Antique Folding Ruler Wood and Brass Signed Great Patina Small Pocket. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.

VTG Spencer's Logger's Tape Model 950 Automatic 50 foot Nice Engraving Works
I will try to accommodate any special requests. The Small Print. This is in nice condition!

Vintage Antique STANLEY No 18 Brass Rule Ruler Sweetheart Era 1920-35 Near Mint
Beautiful very clean No. 18 Sweetheart Stanley Boxwood rule

Vintage Antique STANLEY No. 36 1/2 Rule Caliper Ruler Pre 1920 Excellent
Beautiful shape. Excellent example. Pre 1920.
