Vintage Rabone number 1167, 36 inch folding wooden box wood ruler measure. A lovely item being a bit rarer at 36 inch, rather than the more common 24 inch ruler. Some age related wear/ lovely patina years and years of being handled. Double sided with a lovely brass hinge and end caps.
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Size 91 cm long 2 cm tall
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The Rabone ruler with the model number 1167 is a vintage, folding boxwood ruler produced by John Rabone & Sons of Birmingham, England. These rulers, popular in the early to mid-20th century, were typically marked with imperial measurements (inches) and often featured "Blindman" style large numerals with graduations to 1/8th and 1/16th of an inch. The 1167 model was available in both 24-inch (2-foot) and 36-inch (3-foot) lengths.
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Key aspects of the Rabone 1167 ruler:
Material: Made of boxwood, a durable hardwood, with brass hinges and end caps.
Folding Design: Typically a 4-fold design, allowing for compact storage.
Markings: Imperial measurements (inches) with fine graduations.
"Blindman" Numerals: A large, clear font style used for the inch markings.
Historical Context: Produced by a well-known tool manufacturer, Rabone, which later merged with Chesterman & Co in 1963.
Popularity: The No. 1167 was a popular model, with 24-inch versions being more common than the 36-inch versions.
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