No. 277083
Master Tufboy Brite Blade Tape Measure 308W 8ft Steel Pocket Ruler USA
Master Tufboy Brite Blade Tape Measure 308W 8ft Steel Pocket Ruler USA. Item No. 277083. Maker: Master Rule Mfg. Co. Inc. (New York, USA). Circa 1940s–1950s. Size: 2.0" Long x 1.75" Wide x 5/8" Thick. Weight: 3.5 ounces. Condition: pre-owned, sold as-is. Available now for $15, in person at Booth #99, Bliss Market, 390 Roseville Square, Roseville CA, or online through Bliss Market.
$15
Available now
Order online and Bliss Market professionally packs and ships it — same day on orders in by 6pm PT, next day after that — or holds it for you to collect at the booth. Message me before you head over and I'll confirm it's still on the shelf.
Vintage Master Tufboy Brite Blade Tape Measure 308W 8ft Steel Pocket Ruler USA
Product Overview
Own a classic piece of mid-century American craftsmanship with this vintage Master Tufboy Brite Blade No. 308W pocket steel tape measure. Manufactured by the Master Rule Mfg. Co. Inc. of New York, this rugged measuring tool features a stylish, heavy chrome-plated zinc case in an iconic Art Deco arched "tombstone" design. The front features the original multi-colored brass Brite Blade badge medallion insert. Designed for precision, the flat housing base is engineered to lay flush, prompting users to add exactly 2 inches for accurate "Inside Measurements". A highly collectible, heavy-duty additions to any vintage workshop, tool chest, or pocket carry.
Specifications
Model: Tufboy Brite Blade No. 308W
Tape Length: 8 Feet (96 inches)
Condition Details
This vintage tool is pre-owned and sold as-is. The steel blade extends and retracts as intended, showing standard vintage wear, patina, and fading along the first few inches from historical use. The chrome case retains a bright, mirror-like finish with minor age-related scuffs, scratches, and light oxidation spots typical for its era. Please review all high-resolution images closely to evaluate the precise mechanical function, cosmetic condition, and blade readability.
- MakerMaster Rule Mfg. Co. Inc. (New York, USA)
- Circa1940s–1950s (Features 1937 Patent No. 2,078,704)
- MaterialSteel blade with heavy chrome-plated metal housing
- Size2.0" Long x 1.75" Wide x 5/8" Thick
- Weight3.5 ounces
See it in person
Booth #99 · Bliss Market
390 Roseville Square, Roseville CA
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm