Posted 7 years ago
tickytacky
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found at a flea market. looks handmade, wheel is 3mm thick, no tapering or sharpness, but rotates. any ideas?
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Antique wheel measuring tool.
https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=vintage+blacksmiths+measuring+wheel&tbm=shop&spd=4960453199218546367
My guess is that it was probably used for measuring barrels for the bands/hoops.
you guys are awesome! thanx for solving the mystery.
Seems some hear can solve any mystery, Welcome to CW ticky, This can measure near anything however I've seen them used most on wagon wheels as the difference between the wood wheel and the metal ring has to be very close to exact (1/8" for a more standard size)
i love this information, and humans with willingness to share! time to find a new mystery treasure.
Yes it is a "Traveler " my dad used one when he made a wagon wheel for a neighbor !great memory maker make me long for yesterday !!