FREE: almost antique advertising pocket screwdriver

The listing, almost antique advertising pocket screwdriver has ended.

solid usable small tool
AND
for the advertising & vintage tool collector!

embossed metal / on each side:
Auto Spring & Bearing Co. Auto Supplies, Roanoke, VA embossed on one side: Pat. 4-19

dimensions: approx 3 3/4"L, approx ½" W max
 
condition: good, leaving it to next owner's choice to spiff it up with a little naval jelly & wire brush!

promotional giveaway tools were popular for several decades in the first half of the 20th century. this embossed flat metal screwdriver style was adopted by hundreds of businesses across the US for enscription bearing a company name or slogan.

anyone familiar with the Roanake area is likely acquainted with this icon area business, which started up around the time that first automobiles appeared on nearby roads, and which employed several generations in some local families.

transfer to auction winner is final, no remorse-based returns. all Listia rules apply! thanks for stopping by to look and for bidding!