Tape Measure Advertising Promo FABRICMASTER, INC. Porcelain Enamel 78" Vintage

Description: For your consideration is this pocket size vintage porcelain enamel FABRICMASTER, INC. advertising promotional 78" retractable tape measure. I believe this tape measure dates back to the late 1960's to early 1970's. The tape measure is a compact pocket model that measures approximately 1-7/8" across, 1-5/8" tall and 7/16" thick across the middle. The measuring tape is metal and automatically retracts back into the case. The tape is identified as being "78 in" in length as is clearly depicted in description photos # 8 and # 9. The tape measure features a multi-colored porcelain enamel (green, black and white) front side and a smooth silver colored metallic back side. The tape measure contains the below advertising information and reads as follows. "FABRICMASTER""STORE PLANNING DIVISION""FABRICMASTER, INC.""4245 FOREST PARK BLVD""SAINT LOUIS MISSOURI 63108""SUBSIDIARY OF MEASUREGRAPGH" The bottom of the tape measure indicates it was manufactured in "JAPAN" as can be seen in description photo # 7. Please refer to the description photos to confirm the condition of the tape measure and for more details about what I have described. Overall, the vintage tape measure remains in good looking condition given it is 50+ years old. There is minimal surface blemishes on the smooth metal back side. The front porcelain has two very tiny chips to the white enamel located beneath the word "DIVISION" and one minute chip below the letter "A" in the word "SUBSIDIARY". Other than the aforementioned noted issues the tape measure has normal use and wear with minor surface blemishes as can be verified in the description photos. The metal tape measure automatically retracts easily as it was designed to do. Please refer to the description photos to confirm the condition of the stein and for more details about what I have described. This vintage advertising pocket tape measure will make for either a stunning display piece and/or for daily use once again. I am certain any vintage advertising collector would appreciate acquiring this nice looking piece for their collection. Please look at the photos closely as they accurately depict the pocket tape measure I describe and show exactly what you will receive if you purchase this piece. If you have any questions or concerns about the tape measure please email me and I will respond ASAP. The tape measure will ship from Texas zip code 77362 via USPS Ground Advantage safely secured between two pieces of protective cardboard inside a 9.0" x 7.0" x 1.0" shipping envelope between approximately 8.0 and 12.0 ounces after packaging. Buyer pays true shipping cost, if you would like to estimate shipping to your home zip code you can enter the aforementioned shipping information into either the USPS or eBay postal calculator program. PLEASE LOOK AT THE OTHER ITEMS I CURRENTLY HAVE LISTED, AND CONTINUE TO LIST, ON EBAY. THANKS!

Price: 2.99 USD

Location: Pinehurst, Texas

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