Great Western Railway tape measure

maker:: John Rabone and Sons

Great Western Railways tape measure (100ft), in circular leather casing with brass trim. Made by John Rabone and Sons, Birmingham. Stamped "GWR". 15mm diam. x 30mm

Details

Category:: Tools of the Trade & Personal Accessories

Object Number:: 1989-7193

Materials:: leather and brass (copper, zinc alloy)

Measurements:: overall: 100 ft x 30 mm 15 mm,

type:: tape measure

credit:: British Rail, Records Office

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