Jump to content

Strange Tool for Measuring Pressure of ???


Jolly_John

Recommended Posts

Sure would like to find out what this nifty old tool did. It appears to measure some kind of pressure. When the little forked end is pushed on, it moves a spring-loaded indicator on the barrel of the tool, where the scale reads from 1/2 to 5 (something). The tool manufacturer is Pelouze Mfg. Co., Chicago. This item measures 11-1/2" overall, with the fork protruding 3-1/2" from the barrel.

I thought it might be a windshield wiper arm tension gauge....but that's only my "guess". What do you folks think? I appreciate the help. And, thanks for looking. John

post-31491-143142991253_thumb.jpg

post-31491-143142991256_thumb.jpg

post-31491-143142991258_thumb.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Good guess, Roy. Thanks for weighing in. I just Googled "Pelouze Mfg. Co. Chicago", since their name seemed very familiar to me. Now I know why....they have been making measuring devices (especially weight-measuring scales) since the mid-1850's. I'm seen their name on the face of lots of old dial scales.

Any other input on the purpose of this tool from other viewers? Thanks. John

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...