How old is this shot/powder measure?

[Ken Morrison]

I bought this powder and shot measure from Dixon's last spring, they had several in the case. The measure has a shot scale on the left side and a powder scale in drams on the right side of the step adjustments.
How old is the measure?

Thanks for your help, hunt safely.

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

I've got a couple of those. I bought them new a couple of years ago. They are handy little items.

 

[bingo1952]

Did they say it was an antique? You can still get them as reproductions from lots of places. TOW is one that comes to mind.

 

[Ken Morrison]

It looks old, body is made from brass plated with something that could be nickle but it's wearing off.
I'll post the name on the measure tomorrow.
Thanks for your help.

 

[pichou]

Looks like a

No. 8521 Ideal Powder and Shot Measure combined. Nickel plated cap, wood handle. Each 9c; postage, extra 2c.

Sears, 1897. :grin:

 

[Ken Morrison]

As a follow up the measure is made by U H Co, Torrington, Conn.
E-bay has a mesaure for auction that is indicated as being made in the 1890.
Shoot safely.

 

[paulvallandigham]

Actually that measure was made well into the 20th century- probably up until the Great Depression. They are very common to find at auctions, and antique sales.

 

[shmrck1]

Ken,
Might want to try www.antiquereloadingtools.org
snake-eyes :hmm:

 

[Ken Morrison]

Snake eyes, Thank you for the recommendation. Great site, I've never seen it before.
There goes another few hours on the web.

 

[brubincam]

-----probably rare and worth $1,000-----

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

Mine look pretty old now, too. The nickle is mostly gone and the brass is tarnished from handling and there are dings from being carried in my shooting bag. The rose wood handle has held up well though. Mine are of English make.

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

Heck, Barry, I'll take $500.00 for mine and I'll pay the shipping! :rotf:

 

[Ken Morrison]

I paid $12 for mine so I got a pretty good deal.
Thanks for your help.

 

[Ken Morrison]

Lots of measures here. Great site too. http://www.antiquereloadingtools.org/chargecupsframes.html