Vintage Lufkin Tape Measure IDC International Design Corporation Promotional Pocket Tape

Vintage Lufkin pocket tape measure for International Design Corporation in Troy, Michigan. Compact corporate gift in box with light wear and scratches.

Details

∙ Vintage promotional pocket tape measure in presentation box
∙ Brand: Lufkin
∙ Company name shown: International Design Corporation (IDC)
∙ Location printed on front: 2901 John R, Troy, Michigan 48083
∙ Format: compact square pocket tape / desk accessory
∙ Size: approximately 2 x 2 inches, as provided
∙ Materials: metal case with printed cream front panel; fitted cardboard gift box with red flocked insert
∙ Colors: silver-tone, black, cream, and bright red interior
∙ Style notes: clean late-20th-century corporate gift look with a compact executive desk-accessory feel
∙ Suggested uses: engineering memorabilia display, Detroit-area business collectible,  

Condition Grade: Very Good

Positives
∙ Front company panel is clean and easy to read
∙ Metal edging still has a bright reflective finish
∙ Original fitted gift box is present
∙ Red interior insert presents well and holds the tape measure neatly
∙ Compact size makes it display-friendly and easy to store

Issues / Wear
∙ Light scratches and handling wear visible on the metal surfaces
∙ Back side shows noticeable surface scratching from use
∙ Front cream panel has a small area of surface wear or indentation near the upper right edge
∙ Minor wear is visible along the metal trim, especially at corners and edges
∙ Box has edge wear, corner rubs, and small scuffs from storage
∙ Tape blade is not shown extended in the provided photos, so full working condition is not confirmed from photos alone

Collector’s Notes

This is a nice crossover piece for collectors of measuring tools, corporate giveaways, and Detroit-area business memorabilia. The original box helps it feel more complete, and the International Design Corporation imprint gives it a more specific office-history angle than a standard Lufkin tape.

A neat little desk-size collectible with just the right mix of utility and old corporate charm.

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