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C. Forschner's Improved Circular scale

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    Posted 10 years ago

    SpiritBear
    (813 items)

    C. Forschner's Improved Circular Scale to measure 30 lbs. in ounces. Every 10 lb. marked on a slide that pops out as the hook with an odd loop is dragged down.

    I'm curious about when it was made? It's pretty big.

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    1. Dizzydave Dizzydave, 10 years ago
      1900 or so Found them in a Directory showing making these scales. Also found in another manufactures product shows them in business 1890.
    2. SpiritBear, 10 years ago
      Thank you, Dave. You're always so very helpful.

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