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| Toledo 30lb Scale | 8/28/2008 |
Q: I would appreciate information about this Toledo scale. Style number 1603F, Serial 300686. It has a ...
A: Many companies repair Toledo Scales. You may be able to find a qualified person in your area by ...
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| FLOOR SCALE | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A SCALE FROM AMERICAN SCALE MFG CO, BUT DO NOT KNOW TO MUCH OF IT. CAN YOU HELP ME FIND OUT ...
A: Most of these American scales were made in the 1940's and 1950's. I have never seen one in Spanish. ...
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| HOWE SCALE | 8/17/2008 |
Q: I have a Howe Scale manufactured by Schaper Scale Co. of St. Louis, MO. The patent # is 1703406, ...
A: Your Howe scale with patent number 1703406 is of the type called an under/over scale. Patent number ...
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| Toledo candy scale | 8/15/2008 |
Q: Could you date a Toledo candy scale, Model#405, Serial#8689? Thanks
A: These scales date from the 1910s to the 1950s. We do not have any information to allow us to date ...
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| Antique Upright Scale | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I have a patented 1900 upright scale from "Kansas City Scale and Supply Company" Kansas City USA. It ...
A: Your vertical barrel computing counter scale is extremely rare and very desirable to both restorers ...
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| Toledo Public Health Scale | 8/14/2008 |
Q: A friend gave me an old scale he picked up at a bowling alley a few years ago. The design is art ...
A: Samuel Hurt of Toledo, Ohio, applied for a patent on 5/4/1932 and was later granted patent number ...
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| osgood hanging butcher scale | 8/8/2008 |
Q: i have this antique hanging butcher scale made by osgood scale co. binghamtom, n.y. the #on the ...
A: Your Osgood scale was most likely manufactured in the early 1900s as patents indicate that the ...
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| Henry Troemner Balance No. 20 | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I have a Henry Troemner Balance No. 20, 254. Can you tell me when it was made and how much it might ...
A: We believe that you have a Druggists' Counter Scale. It is described as follows in the Troemner ...
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| Howe 10T scale head | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I purchased a 10T Howe scale head at a flea market, and am interested in finding out it's age and ...
A: We are unsure what a 10T is but a T designation usually means it was for trade. If you can send a ...
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| Dayton Ohio Cumputing scale | 8/4/2008 |
Q: A friend of mine gave me a scale that did not sell at his garage sale ($25.00). I thought it was ...
A: Joseph Hopkinson of Dayton, Ohio was issued patent 1065808 on June 24, 1913 for a horizontal barrel ...
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| old scales | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I purchased a Mu Van Berkel scale - numbered 1790 and wonder if you have any info about it or the ...
A: You can find early history of Berkel at the following website: ...
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| David Bradley American Scale 00 | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you can give me any information regarding this scale. It is marked American Scale ...
A: Information on David Bradley and Sears Roebuck may be found at the following website: ...
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| Howe scale | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I purchased an old platform scale from a friend of mine today, had told him a while back if he ever ...
A: We are sorry to have taken so long to respond but our power was out. Howe manufactured many ...
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| possible 1950's-1960's scale | 7/31/2008 |
Q: This scale was given to me by the area school district. The scale was used for baking bread. All ...
A: If you send a picture of the scale to us at i-weigh-u@comcast.net we can probably help you identify ...
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| Mason Davis Scale | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I have had in my family a scale made my the Chicago scale company. it is also marked mason davis. ...
A: The Chicago Scale Company was in business in the late 1860s to around 1910. Since we do not have any ...
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| Lollipop Peerless Antique scale | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I live in the Houston area and my antique Peerless scale needs work. Is there anyone in this areal ...
A: I do not know where to get the scale repaired in Houston. A non working, complete scale in good ...
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| H.L. Becker Diamond scale | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have this H.L. Becker diamond scale in my possession. it weights in carats. Any estimation on how ...
A: Henry Louis Becker was born in 1848 to Christopher Becker and his wife Louisa. After the Civil War, ...
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| IBM scale (Dayton) evaluation | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I own an antique IBM scale as shown on the picture. Made in CANADA The numbers written on the ...
A: Moneyweight Scale Co. was founded in Chicago in 1899 as a marketing arm of the Computing Scale Co. ...
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| coin watling scale | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I came into possession of a coin operated Watling Scale taken out of the lobby of the Lowes Poli ...
A: We have most parts for many Watling penny scales, so it can be rebuilt. If you send us the serial ...
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| Steelyard Scale Information please | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have an old steelyard scale that I would love to know more about. From what I understand it is ...
A: Your early hand forged, marked steelyard is quite uncommon due to the fact that it is signed. ...
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| Penny Scale | 7/21/2008 |
Q: A friend of mine purchased a large (lollipop-type) penny scale and would like to know if it can be ...
A: If you lay it down the oil will leak out of the dash pot. If you send your mailing address to us at ...
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| American Part | 7/20/2008 |
Q: a friend has an old american scale it is cream colored red top you put a penney init falls on a ...
A: Please send your name and mailing address, along with the scale serial number to us at ...
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| Value and resortration of Dayton scale | 7/19/2008 |
Q: We have a Dayton scale model number 344, circa 1903, serial# 456257, gold medals, seems to be a ...
A: The booklet, The Bigness of Little Things by IG Kennedy, Copyright 1922 by Dayton Moneyweight Scale ...
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| H. Troemner, Phila. scale | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I have an unusal Troemner scale. I have no idea what it was used for or how old it is. I also have ...
A: Unfortunately from your picture, we cannot tell what type of a Troemner scale you have. Please send ...
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| Troemner Antique Scale Balance | 7/19/2008 |
Q: We have owned this scale for some time now. We obtained it from a garage sale and are now ...
A: These 5 pound capacity, box counter scales were manufactured by Troemner in the 1930s and 1940s. ...
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| Jacobs Bros. Scale | 7/19/2008 |
Q: Our family used this scale in the 50's and 60's to weigh whole cleaned chickens. Would you be able ...
A: Your Jacobs even-balance trip scale was shown in the 1937 Jacobs Brothers catalog and described as ...
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| Winslow truck scale | 7/17/2008 |
Q: We bought a old store built in 1937, it had a old Winslow truck scale on the inside of building. ...
A: History for the Winslow Scale Co. may be found here: http://www.emerywinslow.com/history.html . ...
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| computing scale | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I have a scale, and I'm having a hard time finding information on it; I would like to know its ...
A: The Computing Scale Company started business in Dayton,in Ohio in 1891. Later renamed the Dayton ...
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| Watling Scale Lock/Keys | 7/16/2008 |
Q: Do You still have Keys Available? I Have an old scale with lock #s 2368 and 2433. Thank you. Fred
A: We do have keys available but are unsure which keys you need exactly. Please send photos off the ...
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| balance scale | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I have a balance scale-cast iron with (I believe) aluminum or pewter bucket. It is approx. 10" wide ...
A: We can't really tell clearly by your picture if your scale is antique or not. Many scales similar ...
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| Howe Scale | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have an old Howe platform scale with the "Rutland Vt. USA" on the platform. It is 16x 24 and has ...
A: Howe scale Co. was in Rutland, VT from 1877 until they went out of business there in the 1980s. ...
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| I have a scale... | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I found a scale at the salvation army and i bought it cause i noticed it had fenton glass in it. I ...
A: Due to the fact that your scale was made for decorative purposes and not for actual weighing; we ...
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| Becker scale | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Can you give me the approximate date and value of my becker and sons scale?Thank you
A: According to the Shannon's book "The Assay Balance Its Evolution and the Histories of the Companies ...
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| Detroit candy scale | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I am hoping you can give me some kind of information on a scale we have - Detroit Automatic Scale. ...
A: Detroit Automatic Scale Company produced many different candy scales during the years from 1912 to ...
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| Pelouze Scale- 1898 | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I have a scale that I am missing a part to-- it's the little part that the "bowl" (forgive my ...
A: You can call Bob Depenbrok at the Vintage Cash Register and Scale Company in Arleta, California. He ...
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| National Counting & Weighing Machine | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I am in the possession of an old scale that my father purchased 30 years ago or more. I would love ...
A: The National Scale Company started business in Chicopee Falls in 1900 but filed for Bankrupcy on ...
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| Sanitary Scale | 7/10/2008 |
Q: My scale looks very similar to the picture in the Diane Brown picture. It has a weights and ...
A: We do not have a Sanitary scale like yours in our collection but we are relatively sure that the ...
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| antique doctors scale | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I have a "Continental Scale Works" doctors scale. I don't know what year it was made,just ...
A: Continental Scale Works was founded in 1919 in Chicago, Illinois. more information may be found ...
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| Premier Dial Scale | 7/9/2008 |
Q: We would like info on this No.1334 scale,patented March 8th 1921, Mfg by O.D. Jennings and Co, ...
A: Patent number 1370724 was issued to Henry W. Barson on March 8, 1921 for a coin operated lollipop or ...
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| old gold scale | 7/9/2008 |
Q: i have an old gold scale. it's in a wood box that measures 6 1/2x2 1/2x1 1/2". And the box is in a ...
A: Due to the fact that so many scales similar to what you describe were manufactured, over many ...
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| Markings on scale weights | 7/9/2008 |
Q: Some have the marking D.B. and some have V.H. Are the D.B. and V.H. government markings or ...
A: We suspect that you incorrectly read the marks on your weights. We believe that the DB is actually ...
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| Toledo Plaskon 3055 | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I just purchased this scale. It lights up and the dials work properly but I am unable to weigh ...
A: The Toledo sentinel 70 duplex per produce department model 3055 was produced around 1954 and made of ...
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| Food Scale | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I have a food scale that I believe is 100+ years old. It is a Jones Scale Works in Binghamton, New ...
A: Jones Scale Works was founded in Binghamton, NY by Edward F. Jones. The following info and more ...
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| Upright Floor Scaale | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I have a upright floor scale whic states on it "character readings, your wate and fate. Mfg by ...
A: American scales often sell in the $100-400 range. If you send your name and address to us at ...
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| Fairbanks balance scales | 6/15/2008 |
Q: Could you identify this set of scales for me? The pan appears to be copper and the beam is brass. It ...
A: We have been unable to find a scale like this in any of our Fairbanks catalogs. It is very rare ...
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| Howe Scale | 6/14/2008 |
Q: I have a brown wood and cast iron?? the metal is brown as well scale that says "Howe Scale ...
A: William W. Reynolds of Brandon, Vermont was issued patent number 67908 for a platform scale on ...
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| Watling Tom thumb Penny Scale 1933 | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I have this scale and am looking for parts...any chance you might be able to help with that search? ...
A: We carry all parts for your Watling Tom Thumb Penny scale. if you send your name, and mailing ...
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| Stock scale | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I found this old stock scale for sale (owner asking for best offer). I was wondering if you had any ...
A: Judging from the picture, this scale is rather large and most large scales like this are not ...
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| old howe scales | 6/9/2008 |
Q: My father owned a gold mine in nevada until 2002. I inherited two howe scales he used to weigh gold ...
A: The smaller of your two scales was shown in both the 1896 and 1902 Howe Scale catalogs. They are ...
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| 1934 Hanson Brothers postal scale | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I found this scale in my fathers basement. It says Hanson AIRMAIL in the center of dial patented ...
A: Your Hanson number 1508 Air Mail scale was shown in the 1930s Hanson catalogs.it was described as ...
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| 1903 Dayton Scale Style 150 | 6/8/2008 |
Q: My Father just finally gave me my Grandmother's old chicken scale. I am writing for a few reasons. I ...
A: We found our catalogs and the large fan shaped spring scale number 150 is listed on page 29 of the ...
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| Scale info sought | 6/8/2008 |
Q: My dad was a professional scale mechanic all his life. He is retired now but asked me to see what i ...
A: Toledo made several different models of clock face scales of 30 pound capacity and they were made ...
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| looking for info about scale | 6/5/2008 |
Q: shed some light on it. I am looking forward to hearing back from you! THANKS!
A: Noland K. Rhoades of Beloit, Wisconsin was issued patent number 197533 on February 18,1964 for a ...
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| brass made in india | 6/5/2008 |
Q: Are brass items that say made in India have any antique value to them?
A: Most of the items that you see these days especially scales that have made in India on them have ...
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| IBM scale | 6/2/2008 |
Q: im looking for info on an IBM scale. i believe the style is 174 (can get serial if required), it ...
A: The history of the IBM company and IBM scales may be found here: ...
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| henry troemner beam balance | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have a Henry Troemner beam balance and wish to know its approximate age and value and use. It is ...
A: Your number 2 analytical balance was shown in the 1906 Troemner catalog. It is described as ...
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| Packing House Scale | 6/1/2008 |
Q: My husband and I live in Central California. It is considered the bread basket of America and most ...
A: Patent number 1992262 was issued on February 26, 1935 to Ada R Upp of Woodlake, California who ...
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| Hanson Scale | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have a hanson floor scale that is quite heavy. It reads Hanson Petite - Chicago and gives the ...
A: The 1935 Hanson scale condensed catalog includes your model number 766 Petite. It is described as ...
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| Dekalb Egg Scales | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I am interested in collecting antique egg scales, but am new to this, and was wondering if you can ...
A: Most egg scales that you see are either antiques or collectible. Most that are being made now are ...
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| Hanson 700 | 5/29/2008 |
Q: We have a Hanson 700 floor scale which has been in the family for years. Is there anyway I can find ...
A: Your bathroom scale is described as follows in the Hanson Scales catalog of 1935: "Apartment model ...
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| scales | 5/28/2008 |
Q: i have scales gold medals international may 19 1903 dayton ohio style 120 serial 1012643. they are ...
A: We are unsure, what a Dayton style number 120 looks like. The patent date you supplied refers to ...
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| hanson scale | 5/28/2008 |
Q: i would like to know how much my scale is worth it's hanson model 2000 utility scale capacity 25 ...
A: Your scale is described as follows in the 1935 Hanson scale catalog: Hanson Utility or Re-checking ...
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| Landers Frary Clark scales | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I am asking a question on behalf of my dad. he has a Landers Frary Clark hanging scale. He would ...
A: Your dad's Landers, Frary, and Clark hanging spring scale might retail for $50-150 or more depending ...
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| "Weigh" Your Fate - Penny Scale | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a penny scale from a bar I used to work at that just closed down. The scale is ...
A: American scales were manufactured in Washington, DC in the 1940s and 1950s. We carry most parts for ...
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| Hanson Scale | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I have an old Hanson scale. I'm not even sure what to tell you about it - It has a glass face; ...
A: A photo would certainly help us to date your scale. Hanson made many models of glass faced scales ...
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| Scale | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I'm attaching photos of this scale. It's been in the family since the 1940's. At one time I had some ...
A: Your horizontal barrel computing scale would have been used in a meat or grocery store to weigh ...
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| Troemner 3 Ball Scale | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have Troemner 3 Ball Scale 16lb cap. with a brass pan. I was in the process of moving from Fl to ...
A: The 1921 Troemner catalog has a full page devoted to the ease and accuracy of Troemner's ball ...
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| Watling Scale 70" tall | 5/22/2008 |
Q: I would like some information on my scale. I need keys for the back and coin box. What do you ...
A: You have a Watling lollipop scale made in the 1920's. I repair them and sell most parts for Watling ...
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| Watling Model 400 | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a Watling Model 400 Penny Scale. At least I believe that it is a penny scale. ...
A: There were several models of Watling scales made and they are similar to each other in some ways but ...
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| Fairbanks platform scales | 5/4/2008 |
Q: Bill/Jan, I have an old Fairbanks platform scales. For most part it now works well since I have ...
A: We have never serviced a scale like yours and they are much too big for most collectors. You might ...
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| Osgood Platform scale | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I have an antique Osgood platform scale, Binghamton NY, shop no., 72205. It can weigh items up to ...
A: Your Osgood scale was most likely manufactured in the early 1900s as patents indicate that the ...
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| troemner scales | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Trying to determine approx. age of scales. On front of lid is Henry Troemner No. 12 Philadelphia. ...
A: According to the Shannon's book "The Assay Balance Its Evolution and the Histories of the Companies ...
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| troemner scales | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Trying to determine approx. age of scales. On front of lid is Henry Troemner No. 12 Philadelphia. ...
A: Your number 12 prescription balance was manufactured by Troemner for many years. Your scale most ...
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| Howe Antique Scales | 5/1/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for information on a scale I saw at a flea market. I offered $1000 and he wants $1500. ...
A: According to "Equilibrium", the Journal of the International Society of Antique Scale Collectors ...
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| old Howe Company scale | 4/29/2008 |
Q: My Howe Company scale is painted the original white with a red and gold decal near the top. The ...
A: According to "Equilibrium", the Journal of the International Society of Antique Scale Collectors ...
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| Hansen bros farm scale | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I have a hansen brothers farm scale. On the back are 3 patent pending dates and on the front it has ...
A: Patent number 528326 was issued to Marius Hansen of Chicago on October 30, 1894 and patent number ...
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| Howe Antique Scales | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for information on a scale I saw at a flea market. I offered $1000 and he wants $1500. ...
A: Is the scale you are referring to a platform scale or is it a beam scale. How wide is it? Do you ...
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| exact weight scale? | 4/25/2008 |
Q: My husband picked this up at a sale years ago. We're wondering if you have and information on it, ...
A: The Smith Scale Co., manufacturer of the Exact Weight Scales, was "organized in 1916, for the ...
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| Brantford scales | 4/23/2008 |
Q: i am in possession of an antique scale and the only information i can find is just the the company ...
A: In the 2001 issue number four of "Equilibrium", The Journal of the International Society of Antique ...
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| Woolworth store scales | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have two counter scales that were originally used in a Woolworth store in Chicago. They were last ...
A: Both of your scales were made by the same company. The history of Detecto scales on their website ...
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| Toledo scale | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have a Toledo scale Style 757 No R11252, my husband actually found it a few years ago. I would ...
A: Almost all Toledo scales had no springs, honest weight written on them and we're unfamiliar with the ...
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| Candy scales | 4/21/2008 |
Q: My mom is retiring from her homemade chocolate business. She has 3 Toledo brand scales. Two are ...
A: Your Mom's Toledo scales are probably manufactured in the 1950s, 1960s, or 1970s. Without a photo ...
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| old Fairbanks Platform scale | 4/20/2008 |
Q: My name is Phil Kaminski, and I am interested in an old industrial scale like the person asked you ...
A: We have contacted Chris and asked for an Email address so that the two of you can get together. ...
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| Antique Stand Up Scale | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I have a stand up scale from the Chicaco Scale Company/Mason Davis & Co. It says "D3No2173". It's ...
A: Mason Davis and Company was most likely the distributor for your Chicago Scale Company scale. ...
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| Antique Scale | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I have an antique scale that I was told belonged to my Grandfather from when he operated a general ...
A: Patent number 25473 was issued to Andrew Turnbull on September 13, 1859 and was re-issued as patent ...
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| Brass Scale pans | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for a 17 1/2" Long x 10" wide brass scale pan for my Fairbanks Number 3 Scale. Do you or ...
A: We have a brass scoop that is 17" by 10" on Ebay now. Link is: ...
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| Chicago scale | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a Chicago scale made by Mason & Davis Co.(see attaqched photo) at a swap meet. ...
A: Unfortunately the only patents we can find assigned to Mason and Davis Company are not for this ...
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| Fairbanks postal scale | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 pound capacity US postal scale that appears to be made of cast iron and brass. The ...
A: According to the Fairbanks catalogs, in our collection, model 605 postal scale with this base was ...
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| detroit automatic scale | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I have a detroit automatic scale. The most recent patent date is 1915. The serial # is 736676 and ...
A: Detroit Automatic Scale Company made many different scales all with a similar patent dates. If you ...
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| Watling 400 Fortune Scale Mirror | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired a Watling 400 fortune scale that I had used as a child and wanted for some time ...
A: The marquee mirror on your scale is from a Watling small guesser. This scale would have had two ...
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| Watling 400 Fortune Scale Mirror | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired a Watling 400 fortune scale that I had used as a child and wanted for some time ...
A: We carry most parts for these scales. In addition we also have the old Watling company records. If ...
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| Jacob Brothers Detecto-Gram Scale | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I purchased this scale several years ago but I know nothing about it. The original pan was missing. ...
A: Your Detecto scale was manufactured by Jacob's Brothers Scale Company in the 1930s or 40s. We ...
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| 1898 American Family Scale | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I have a American Family Scale made by American Cutlery from Chicago. The date on it is Oct. 25 ...
A: Patent number 612968 was issued to Marius Hansen on October 25, 1898. Marius was the president and ...
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| Double slide scale | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have an 8000 gram scale from the smith scale company but it has a doulbe slide for the weight and ...
A: We have very little information on the Smith Scale Company in our files. We can learn from patent ...
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| Coin Operated Antique Scales | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I would like to buy some antique, stand on, coin operated scales with a round dial/face. I don't ...
A: We currently have a Peerless Aristocrat Jr. for sale and we will soon have a blue Peerless ...
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| mills modern scales | 3/29/2008 |
Q: Is a set of mills modern scales worth messing with they seem to be complete they are blue in color. ...
A: The retail price for a Mills Modern scale is in the $200 - $500 range. If the scale is working you ...
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| Landers Frary Clark Clock face hanging scale | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I have a clock face scale that weighs up to 20 pounds. It says Type 33 Series E 1 but has no other ...
A: Without a photo we really can't tell you when your scale was made. Landers, Frary, and Clark were in ...
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| scale | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased an old Standard Computing Scale Company of Detroit, Mich. It has multiple ...
A: Patent number 994926 was issued on June 13, 1911 to Louis Jaenichen of Detroit, Michigan and ...
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| Becker. Griffin & Sons | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I have recently inherited some scales. One is by Becker and one is by Griffin and sons I am sorry ...
A: Both of these companies had extensive line of scales. If you can send a picture, in JPEG format ...
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| Fairbanks & Co. Postal Coin Scale | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I am interested in purchasing a Fairbanks & Co. Postal Coin Scale - dated 1883 (?). Could you help ...
A: These scales, while quite rare, sometimes turn up on eBay. At the moment we don't know of anyone who ...
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| fairbank platform scale | 3/26/2008 |
Q: n#11218 some parts are missing underside is there any parts available is there a drawing for the ...
A: Some of the older Fairbanks scale catalogs do have parts listed. If you can send us photos of your ...
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| Detecto Lette Junior Baby Scale | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have been wondering for years! My scale weighs up to 11 lbs - one pound can be weighed by the ...
A: Your number 230 Detecto baby scale was made by Jacobs Brothers Co. Inc. of Brooklyn, New York. It ...
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| Fairbanks Scale | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I bought this scale 15yrs ago and need the space in my garage. I was wondering: 1) what it might be ...
A: Most collectors are not that interested in something so large for their collections. You might be ...
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| gold medal scales | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a Gold Medal Scale "The Computing Scale Co." Dayton patent number 524561, Apr 24, ...
A: Dayton computing scale style number 167 are very desirable to collectors, restorers and decorators ...
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| detecto scales | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I hope you might be able to help. At Grandpa's house we found an old detecto scale. The front ...
A: Many Detecto Scale models were called "Detecto Gram." Without a photo or specific information as to ...
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| toledo scale | 3/18/2008 |
Q: Hi I need a band set for a black line toledo scale can you help?
A: We do not carry still parts for Toledo scales. Contact Bob Depenbrok At the Vintage Cash Register ...
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| Guess Your Weight Scale | 3/18/2008 |
Q: Any idea where I could find a scale similar to the attached image? Thanks for your help. Diane
A: The scale in your picture is a Toledo free weight scale. Most of these scales were located in banks ...
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| weight scale | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 60lb railway express scale manufactured by Jacob brothers of Brooklyn N.Y. for the Howe ...
A: We are unsure what type of scale, you have from your description. If you can send us a picture to ...
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| 1836 Brass Scale | 3/17/2008 |
Q: A friend would like to know about a scale he purchased. It is a hanging scale, brass, approx. 2 feet ...
A: If you can send a photo of the scale to us at i-weigh-u@comcast.net we will be able to better assist ...
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| computing scale company scale | 3/17/2008 |
Q: My husband found an old computing scale company scale in a garage. It has a 1905 date, style #344, ...
A: The Computing Scale Company made many different models of computing scales. From your description it ...
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| Scales Portugal | 3/16/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me anything about this, the only marking was Portugal
A: These scales were made in the last 30 to 40 years for the tourist trade in Spain and Portugal. Some ...
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| Dayton Scale | 3/16/2008 |
Q: Today I put a Dayton Scale on lay a way at one of my local Antique stores. I was hoping you could ...
A: Dayton was a very large scale Company and made many different computing scale models. We are not ...
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| detecto #4 cast iron balance | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I would like to know when this scale was made. It has an altered balance system to favor the ...
A: Detecto manufactured many different cast iron scales. . It is impossible for us to know all the ...
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| hanson scale | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I have a Hanson model 1371, it is in very good condition. Is there a market for this scale, or ...
A: Your scale was available in the Hanson Scale Company, 1935 catalog. It was called the Silver ...
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| brass scale (iron frame, hardwood base) | 3/12/2008 |
Q: We know from our science training that we have a fulcrum and equal-arm lever scale approx 12“ high ...
A: First, we would like to compliment you on your description of the mechanics and the workings of this ...
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| Antique Dayton Scale | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I have a Dayton 30# scale, Style 170. Capacity 30lbs. , No. 144A. 4 to 60. The patent dates read ...
A: The number on the window bezel may be a design number or a serial number of the scale. The patent ...
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| Toledo Scale model 4505 | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I found this old scale, manufactured by the Toledo Scale company, that also has the name Reliant on ...
A: Your scale was probably manufactured in the 1950s, 1960s or 1970s. Newer scales like yours are not ...
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| Jacob Brother Scale | 3/11/2008 |
Q: Bill/Jan, Can you give me an estimate how much my Jacob Brothers Scale is and what year it's from. ...
A: Your Jacobs Brothers scale dates from the late 1800s or early 1900s. These small, ornate candy or ...
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| 4 sets of antique scales | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Just to give you a little information. There is an old feed and seed business that has been in ...
A: The Smith Scale Co., manufacturer of the Exact Weight Scales, was "organized in 1916, for the ...
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| toledo scale | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I opened the back and saw a 1/4' approc wire was not attached. I broke this wire while trying to ...
A: The wire that is broken may be a weight strap without which the scale is in operable. It made me ...
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| 1947 Ohaus harvard trip scale | 3/9/2008 |
Q: My husband and I came accross a 1947 Ohaus Harvard Trip scale. It's in great condition and has all ...
A: Harvard trip balances were originally designed for Harvard University to use in physics and ...
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| Exact Weight Scale Co. Columbus. OH | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I have a type 8000 gram measurement scale from the Exact Weight Scale Company, in very good ...
A: The Smith Scale Co., manufacturer of the Exact Weight Scales, was "organized in 1916, for the ...
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| toledo scale | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I have a Toledo scale candy? From 1906 Toledo ,Ohio style #381c model #84356 . it's about 100 lbs. ...
A: These large barrel top computing scales were made from the late 1800s to the early 1900s by Toledo, ...
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| Hanson scale | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I have a Hanson 60 lb scale, model 2060, utility scale, Shubuta,Mississippi 39360, graduated by 2 ...
A: Hanson Scale Company was established in Chicago in 1886 by Marius Hansen. it was later run by his ...
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| Landers Frary Clark hanging scale | 3/6/2008 |
Q: I have seen a set of Landers Frary Clark scales that I would love to buy but am not sure if the ...
A: Patent number 1041208 was issued to George Walker of New Britain Connecticut on October 15, 1912 and ...
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| Mills Novelty Co. "Modern" scale | 3/5/2008 |
Q: We purchased a Mills Novelty Co. "Modern" scale about two years ago, light green and cream with the ...
A: I sell the back door and other parts for the Mills Modern scale. I have used originals and ...
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| the computing scale co | 3/5/2008 |
Q: own set of scales looking to sale need resale value if they are rare. dated june 24 918 style no 144 ...
A: While we can't seem to locate a patent for a style number 144 or any scale, dated June 24, 1918, we ...
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| pelouze scale | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I have a small back scale made by pelouze mfg. co. chicago Ill. usa. it has no date that i can find. ...
A: Pelouze manufacturing company operated in Chicago, Illinois beginning in the late 1800s. in early ...
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| butcher's scale | 3/4/2008 |
Q: My father-in-law bought a scale years ago when he had a grocery. I am trying to find a buyer and ...
A: Sanitary Scale Company began business in the early 1920s in Chicago, Illinois. Sometimes in the ...
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| Scale dated 1912 | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I found this old scale in my parents home. It says Scale 20Lbs by ounces. Patented Oct 29, 1912 not ...
A: Harley A. Ogle of Chicago, Illinois was issued patent number 1042718 on October 29, 1912. The ...
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| Toledo Cylinder scale 3655fb | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a 3655fb Toledo Plaskon scale. Are any parts lists and/or blow up drawings ...
A: Our service bulletin of 1954 from the Toledo Scale Company reads as follows: adjustments on the box ...
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| Question | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I would like to know where to sale and how much will be the price of this ancient scale (style 221- ...
A: It is impossible from your description for us to determine what type of scale you have. If you can, ...
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| Dayton Money Weight Scale | 2/28/2008 |
Q: My name is Stu, and I have acquired a Dayton Money Weight Scale in excellent condition. The ...
A: Moneyweight Scale Co. was founded in Chicago in 1899 as a marketing arm of the Computing Scale Co. ...
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| dating scales | 2/27/2008 |
Q: Toledo , fairbanks , dayton , avery , weis etc. I have your book , and vist it frequently .My ...
A: There is no way that we know of to get exact dates by serial number. The closest we can come is to ...
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| Hanson Scales and Sunbeam products | 2/27/2008 |
Q: The first thing is Hanson scale sell sheet or catalog that depicts a picture of an old full person ...
A: We have a copy of a 1935 Hanson catalog that pictures both coin operated and free weight versions of ...
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| HOWE platform scale #7397 | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I bought this scale at an estate sale. When I got home I discovered 2 weights were missing: the ...
A: Your scale was listed in the 1896 Howe Scale catalog as follows: Vermont Counter Scale. Finished in ...
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| 1 penny scale | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 1 penny scale it is made of cast brushed aluminum. The name on it is J.F. Frantz Mfg. Co. ...
A: Frantz took over the Pace Company in the 1950's or 1960's, we don't know the exact date. You might ...
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| re: Hanson Scale | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I just found a Hanson Brothers scale that is labeled "Blue Bird Model" and is white/ cream/ peach ...
A: Unfortunately, we are not familiar with the Blue Bird model Hanson scale and it is not listed in a ...
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| Aristo penny scale | 2/9/2008 |
Q: We have a standing penny scale that is red in color. The platform you stand on says Pace Mfg. Co. ...
A: Two styles of Pace scales were made in the 1930s and 1940s in Chicago, Illinois. Pace Manufacturing ...
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| Detecto Baby Scale | 2/9/2008 |
Q: We found an old baby scale (see attached) in our attic when we bought our house. It's rusty, beige ...
A: Your number 330 Detecto baby scale was made by Jacobs Brothers Co. Inc. of Brooklyn, New York. It ...
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| antique scales | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I have a number of different scales I sorta got handed down from my grandfather, who was a small ...
A: In general 30 pound capacity computing skills are not very collectible or marketable as they tend to ...
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| stimpson candy fan scaleI'm | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to figure out what year the scale was made and what might be a reasonable asking price. ...
A: You didn't mention what company made your scale; so we're giving you what we believe to be the ...
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| THE EXACT WEIGHT SCALE COMPANY | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I FOUND THIS CUTE POCKET SCALE - IT'S IN A BLACK TUBE AND THE END SCREWS OFF TO REVEAL A HOOK. THERE ...
A: Patent number 2009363 for a "Pocket Letter Scale" was patented by William A. Scheurer of Columbus, ...
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| Toledo Scale -- calibration | 2/1/2008 |
Q: (I am so glad to meet scale experts--old scales are neat!) I have had a rusty "project" toledo ...
A: If the weight strap is not the correct size and thickness the scale will never work properly. While ...
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| National Scale Co | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I have a bench scale made by National Scale Co of Springfield Mass.. It is model #97 and serial ...
A: The National Scale Co of Cleveland, Ohio, Chicopee Falls & Springfield, Mass. built these scales in ...
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| Hanson Model 842 scale | 1/21/2008 |
Q: can you tell me what year this scale was made ?
A: The Hanson Brothers Model number 842 is a two revolution spring scale with an 8" diameter dial with ...
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| National Scale | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have a Lollipop Scale that has 12 sides for the top piece. The base plate appears to be brass and ...
A: We do not have any keys for your National scale. Do not drill out the lock. It is an odd size lock ...
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| laboratory scales by W A Webb, London | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have recently bought some scales in a glass case which are marked as being manufactured by W A ...
A: William A Webb was in business from 1895-1905 and was succeeded by W. A. Webb Ltd. from 1914-1933, ...
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| German Coin Scale | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a box that held a coin balance (missing the balance). What are the chances of ...
A: These German balances sometimes turn up on Ebay. Without measurements we can't be sure if your box ...
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| Dayton Scale | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I recently aquired a Dayton Scale that has the IBM moniker on it, it actualy says, "International ...
A: The original color was the gold and this scale has never been repainted. Parts may be obtained from ...
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| sinel scale 1927 patent skyscraper model | 12/30/2007 |
Q: Do you have any technical info on this scale by international scale co ny.
A: This is a very rare scale and no diagrams or technical info is available as far as we know. Design ...
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| The Computing Scale Company, Money Weight Scale | 12/30/2007 |
Q: Greetings, We recently purchased this scale and learned (we think)that it was originally patented ...
A: We believe your scale to be based on patents 548421 of Oct. 22, 1895, 626520 of June 6, 1899 and ...
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| spare old scale parts source | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have an old Barrel top grocery scale of "The Computing Scale Company Dayton Ohio" Pat'd 1904. One ...
A: Sometimes these parts can be found on Ebay. Decals and other replacement parts for many computing ...
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| Fairbanks Domestic Scales | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have a set of old balance scales, they have 'FAIRBANKS DOMESTIC' on the bar and I think they say ...
A: Your scale is a "Vibrating Counter" scale made by Fairbanks for their British or Canadian markets. ...
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| henry westwood scale | 12/26/2007 |
Q: I have a wrought iron,off center balance scale15 3 quarter inch length.spade shape at end w/50 ...
A: There is some information on a Henry Westwood located on the web here: ...
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| american cutlery 4lb beam scale | 12/26/2007 |
Q: any information,date,use,worth?it has a brass pan and is cast brass base.thank you for any ...
A: Your American Cutlery Company "Sunbeam" scale has a 4 pound capacity. These scales have a diamond ...
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| H. Troemner's Ball Scale #252A | 12/25/2007 |
Q: Is anyone out there successful at making this scale work to full capacity? Is there a picture of an ...
A: The 1921 Troemner catalog has a full page devoted to the ease and accuracy of Troemner's ball ...
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| antique scale | 12/22/2007 |
Q: My father bought a scale(approx. 30"L X 11"H X 11"W). He was told it was used by the U.S. mint for ...
A: Your father's scale is a Béranger. It is defined in Crawforth's Handbook of Old Weighing ...
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| Bayonne Knife Co. counter scale | 12/22/2007 |
Q: Value, history, age, black tin body, brass name plate with Bayonne Knife Co. porcelain top and a ...
A: This family scale, like many others was most likely manufactured by Hanson Scale Company in Chicago. ...
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| SCALES | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A TALL SCALE FOR BUGGYS.IT IS MARKED US STANDARD SCALE CO CHICAGO ILLINOIS.IT WILL WEIGH UP ...
A: Your scale was manufactured by Chicago Scale Co. and was manufactured to comply with the US Standard ...
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| PENNY SCALES | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A PENNY SCALE MADE BY THE COLOMBIA WEIGHING MACHINE ITS ALL WHITE ABOUT 6FT TALL,120LBS SEEMS ...
A: Columbia Weighing Machine Co. started business in 1902 in Pittsburgh, PA and relocated to the Bronx, ...
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| shadograph Exact Weight Scale | 12/14/2007 |
Q: I have an Exact Weight Scale. It states that it is a Shadograph. It states its from The Exact Weight ...
A: The Smith Scale Co., manufacturer of the Exact Weight Scales, was "organized in 1916, for the ...
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| Penny scale | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I'm assuming the answer you gave another person re: this same style scale pertains to this one ...
A: These ticket scales were manufactured in the 1920s by Caille of Detroit, MI. You can read more info ...
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| Gifillan Scale & Hardware Company | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I recently received a hammer with the Gilfillan Scale & Hardware Co. stamped on it. I haven't been ...
A: If you go here http://www.alternatiff.com/ you can download a reader that will enable you to view ...
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| Gifillan Scale & Hardware Company | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I recently received a hammer with the Gilfillan Scale & Hardware Co. stamped on it. I haven't been ...
A: Essington Newell Gilfillan was born in Pennsylvania and moved to Chicago around 1886. He was awarded ...
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| spare parts | 12/5/2007 |
Q: Is there a "parts store" for antique assay scales? My needs include a small plumb bob (for leveling ...
A: There is no "parts store" for assay scales. The parts you need are often missing from these scales. ...
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| Fairbanks scale and measures | 12/3/2007 |
Q: i have a wooden box marked Fairbanks on the outside and inside is a balance scale with small brass ...
A: Sets of U.S. Standard liquid, Dry Measures and the Standard Yard Measures were offered by Fairbanks ...
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| penny scale | 12/1/2007 |
Q: I would like information on an - Your Weight One Cent - The Adams Weighing Machine Co. Inc. U.S.A. ...
A: The only information we can locate in our files seems to indicate that Adams Weighing Machine ...
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| Columbia Family Scale | 12/1/2007 |
Q: I've recently picked up a few kitchen scales for decorative purposes and I'd like to add a Columbia ...
A: Landers, Frary & Clark were in business from about 1855 til 1965 when General Electric Housewares ...
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| Union Scale | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I have a Union Postal Scale, pat. June 2, 1896. pat. March 29, 1898. pat. Jan.31, 1899. Could you ...
A: W. N. Pelouze had several patents before he started his Pelouze Scale and Manufacturing Company in ...
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| Brass Balance Scale | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I have recently purchased a beautiful vintage brass balancing scale. It is approx. 24 inches high ...
A: The scale you have was made strictly for decorative purposes and we really don't have any ...
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| Columbia Family Scale | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I've recently picked up a few kitchen scales for decorative purposes and I'd like to add a Columbia ...
A: Columbia family scales were manufactured for many years. The early ones were probably black as were ...
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| Old Hanson Scale | 11/11/2007 |
Q: Was rummaging through a 25 cent box of mostly kitchen gadgets at an estate sale an ran across a ...
A: Hanson Brother's Scale Co. was founded in the 1890's by Marius and William Hansen in Chicago. It had ...
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| Penny Weight Scale | 11/10/2007 |
Q: Have another Scale, no Name or Model # on it. Found a plate inside reads Rhodes Hochriem Mfg.Co. The ...
A: Your ticket scale was manufactured in the 1920's. It was made by the Caille Brothers of Detroit, ...
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| old scale | 11/8/2007 |
Q: We have come across this scale and would like to know more about it. There is no name that we can ...
A: Your scale was manufactured by the Computing Scale Company of Dayton, OH and dates from the early ...
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| LARGE UNUSUAL SCALES | 11/7/2007 |
Q: Can you help please! I have a large pair of scales with a large brass bowl/trough, they sit on an ...
A: Scales like your Roberval "Counter" or "Domestic" scale were manufactured and sold by several ...
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| Antique Balance Scale | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a scale. It has a brass beam (solid, not plated) and it is attached to a ...
A: Your scale dates from the late 1800s and is most likely English or from the United Kingdom. It is a ...
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| Antique Grocers Scale | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I have a grocers scale that is marked Hunt & Co., 248 Longlane, Borose. The overall construction of ...
A: William Hunt began manufacturing scales in England in 1830, was succeeded in business by Hunt & ...
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| 1898 Pelouze Postal Scale | 11/1/2007 |
Q: I have a small postal scale with a round dial marked U.S. Postal Scale" on the face and Pelouze ...
A: W. N. Pelouze had several patents before he started his Pelouze Scale and Manufacturing Company in ...
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| PELOUZE Mail scale | 10/30/2007 |
Q: The scale is in good condition,it was made by PELOUZE MFG. Co. in the 1920's. Plese tell me ...
A: W. N. Pelouze had several patents before he started his Pelouze Scale and Manufacturing Company in ...
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| Toledo Lollipop Scale | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I have a Toledo Lollipop Scale model 8300T and wanted to find out information on it also where I can ...
A: These scales were manufactured by Toledo starting in the 1920's but we are unsure as to how long ...
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| Becker analytical balance | 10/18/2007 |
Q: I found an old Becker scale and it has no ID plates. Do you have a catalogue of photos? It is in a ...
A: In the book "The Assay Balance: Its Evolution and the Histories of the Companies That Made Them", ...
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| Dayton Computing Scale | 10/16/2007 |
Q: I have a Dayton Gold Medals Computing Scale, Style No.167, that my wife bought at an auction many ...
A: These decorative and useful scales were manufactured in the early 1900's and most likely through the ...
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| antique scale | 10/15/2007 |
Q: i have a scale that has the name j.w.calver ltd. england. i was wondering if you tell me anything ...
A: We are checking with a friend in England as we are unfamiliar with the maker of your scale. We will ...
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| old baby scale | 10/11/2007 |
Q: I have old pink baby scale. It is one of those where you lay the baby in. Tag on the bottom says ...
A: The Brearley Company started manufacturing scales and other bathroom equipment including hampers ...
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| Simpson Computing scales | 10/11/2007 |
Q: I have a Simpson Computing Scale that I am refurbishing and I cannot find The Simpsom Computing ...
A: Walter F. Stimpson was born in 1870 in Saline Township, MI and was granted his first patent on July ...
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| gold medal dayton scale ! | 10/10/2007 |
Q: Have and old scale from The Computing Scale Co. Dayton Oh. the only number i can find are 339591, ...
A: Numerous US Patents were assigned to the Computing Scale Company from 1892-1923. The patent dates ...
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| Fairbanks Invincible Scale | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I am trying to find out the value of a scale I have - it is from the 1800's Fairbanks Invincible ...
A: Fairbanks started manufacturing scales in 1830 in St. Johnsbury, VT. More information on the company ...
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| stimpson computing scale | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I`m having difficulty finding much information on this particular scale,in fact i have found only ...
A: A fair price might be from $20-$50. Shipping such a scale might cost more than its worth. Basically ...
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| stimpson computing scale | 9/29/2007 |
Q: I`m having difficulty finding much information on this particular scale,in fact i have found only ...
A: According to research done on Stimpson by our friend Utz Schmidt and published in Equilibrium, the ...
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| reuben sutcliffe brass scales | 9/29/2007 |
Q: .I have some brass balance (i think)scales.The makers are Reuben Sutcliffe Manchester they also have ...
A: Ruben Sutcliffe was at 57 Thomas St., Manchester, England in 1883 and set up another address at Lyon ...
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| postal scale | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I have an old postal scale that I can find no date on. It is brass, and is has the trademark ...
A: W. N. Pelouze had several patents before he started his Pelouze Scale and Manufacturing Company in ...
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| old scale weights | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I am a scrap metal dealer, with a Howe truck scale appx. 70 - 80 years old, which is operational and ...
A: We really are not familiar with many truck scales but you might be able to find replacement weights ...
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| Hanson hanging scale | 9/16/2007 |
Q: we have a hanson hanging scaryrle model 842 that works and everything looks to be in good shape ...
A: Hanson Brother's Scale Co. was founded in the 1890's by Marius and William Hansen in Chicago. It had ...
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| arcade machines | 9/13/2007 |
Q: do you know where to find an arcade machine called bowlerama?
A: Your best bet is to attend the Chicagoland Show in St. Charles, IL. The next show is November 9th, ...
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| #2 detecto scale | 9/11/2007 |
Q: I have a #2 detecto scale. It is in a wooden box with a removable lid. Can you tell me anything ...
A: It most likely never had the brass 16 ounce beam and poise (sliding weight). This model scale came ...
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| #2 detecto scale | 9/11/2007 |
Q: I have a #2 detecto scale. It is in a wooden box with a removable lid. Can you tell me anything ...
A: The history of Detecto scales on their website at http://www.detectoscale.com/about.htm reads in ...
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| Scales | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I have a Troemner Ball Scale (c. 1900). Where might I purchase balls for it?
A: Henry Troemner started manufacturing scales in 1840. It is believed that ball scales were ...
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| Dayton Computing Scale | 9/5/2007 |
Q: We just attended our small town's centennial celebration. While there we were fortunate enough to ...
A: You are most welcome. These barrel top computing scales are quite heavy but yours is very decorative ...
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| Penny Scale | 8/27/2007 |
Q: My In-Laws have a National Weighing Machine Penny Scale with a Patent #659910, Oct 6, 1900 or 1903. ...
A: Patentee Leroy W. Baldwin was issued design patents D32683 and D32684 on May 22, 1900 for dial ...
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| Mills Modern Scale | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I emailed your website twice ... perhaps this is a better connection: I am in need of some parts ...
A: We have sent you by snail mail, diagrams, adjustment instructions and a parts list for your scale. ...
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| pelouze 24 lb antique family scale 1903 pat | 8/23/2007 |
Q: chicago. it is in rather mint condition. could you tell me anything about its origins and what its ...
A: W. N. Pelouze had several patents before he started his Pelouze Scale and Manufacturing Company in ...
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| The Anderson Tool Company Scale | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I recently rescued a rather large antique brass computing scale by THE ANDERSON TOOL COMPANY of ...
A: Typically your fan top computing scale would have been for use by shopkeepers in a grocery, produce ...
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| The Anderson Tool Company Scale | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I recently rescued a rather large antique brass computing scale by THE ANDERSON TOOL COMPANY of ...
A: Based on patents assigned to the company The Anderson Tool Co. was in business from 1902 to 1909, in ...
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| scale | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I have a scale from 1932. I am not sure what kind it is. It says on it i think something in words ...
A: It is difficult to give you an exact price for your scale but it might retail from $100-450. The ...
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| scale | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I have a scale from 1932. I am not sure what kind it is. It says on it i think something in words ...
A: The scale you have is a horizontal barrel top computing scale. It was made so that a shop-keeper ...
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| Fairbanks and Hutchenson Scale | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I have pictures of this scale I could send you. I have no idea of the the year but the condition is ...
A: It is not clear wheather you are wanting to sell the scale or have it restored for your own use. We ...
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| REXO scale | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I have recently took possesion of a Rexo Laboratory scale.It measures 6-1/2"by4"s at the base.It's a ...
A: Pelouze Scale and Manufacturing started business in 1894 in Chicago, IL, and is today owned by ...
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| Assay vrs. analytical scales | 7/24/2007 |
Q: Antique assay and analytical scales look very similar. How can one tell the difference?
A: We are sorry that we did not answer sooner. We recommend a book, "The Assay Balance, Its Evolution & ...
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| Hanson and Columbia Scale | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I have 2 scales, (1) is a Hanson Model 1509 Air Mail Scale in great condition with the glass or ...
A: 1. Hanson Brothers Scale Company was founded in Chicago in 1898 by Marius and William Hansen. They ...
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| Hanson Scale | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I found a Hanson hanging scale in my Aunts house and am wondering if it is worth anything. It is a ...
A: Hanson Brothers Scale Company was founded in Chicago in 1898 by Marius and William Hansen. They ...
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| Wanamaker Infant Basket Scale | 7/17/2007 |
Q: Well I am sure glad I came across this site. I have been having a very difficult time finding any ...
A: Patent number 1,042,718 was issued to H. A. Ogle on October 29, 1912 for a "coiled spring attaching ...
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| Repairing old scales and balances | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I've finally taken on the project of decorating my home office. I've worked for years as a chemist, ...
A: We recommend a book, "The Assay Balance, Its Evolution & the Histories of the Companies that made ...
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