Antiques, Silver & Gold (14% Buyers Commission)
A Reuben Heaton 8lb ‘The Ever Ready’ spring balance scale. This circular scale features a metal casing and a silver-toned metal dial face. The dial displays a prominent red pointer, large numbered increments from 1 to 7, and finer subdivisions (0-15) likely indicating pounds and ounces. Central text on the dial identifies the maker as “REUBEN EATON” with an address “33 OLD STREETLY RD, OLDFIELD, WEST M. B74 3JZ,” and states “THE EVER READY SCALE.” Above this, an oval vignette depicts a portrait of a man, flanked by decorative agricultural-themed motifs. The reverse side bears a warning label detailing “PRESET FOR BASKET APPROX: 1/4 lbs. or .5 kilo.” and usage instructions including “DO NOT DROP ON HOOK” and “DO NOT GREASE OR OIL SPRING!”.
Diameter: 22cm
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