Antique Frary's Improved Spring Balance Brass Hanging Scale

Antique Frary's Improved Spring Balance Brass Hanging Scale | Pre-1862 Hanging Kitchen Scale | Primitive Industrial Weight Market Scale. Discover a piece of American industrial history with this rare pre-1862 Frary's Improved Spring Balance Scale. This antique brass hanging scale predates the merger of James D. Frary's company with Landers, making it a significant piece of early American manufacturing history. Details: Manufacturer: Frary's (pre-Landers, Frary & Clark merger) Era: Pre-1862 Material: Brass with original black paint Capacity: Measures up to 25 pounds Increments: 4-pound measurements Features: Ring hanger and decorative swirled hook Measurements: 11 inches long x 1 inch x 1.75 inches wide Condition: Excellent working antique condition. The scale remains accurate and functional. Some chipping to the original black paint adds character but doesn't affect performance. Solid and sturdy construction, may benefit from gentle cleaning. Perfect for: Antique kitchen collections Primitive farm displays General store reenactments Industrial decor Early American tool collections More information here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landers,_Frary_%26_Clark Step into our antique shop of pre-1920s vintage finds: www.etsy.com/shop/TheOldPittsHomestead?search_query=antique Peruse our great selection of shabby-chic vintage decor: www.etsy.com/shop/TheOldPittsHomestead?search_query=shabby+chic Free Domestic Shipping Leave your calling card for monthly correspondence of all things vintage: --> https://fromtheoph.beehiiv.com/subscribe Let's get social Instagram: @oldpittshomestead Facebook: @theoldpittshomestead Pinterest: TheOldPittsHomestead