{"product_id":"vintage-customs-excise-endometer-gauge-english-measuring-tool-breweriana","title":"Vintage Customs \u0026 Excise Endometer Gauge, English, Measuring Tool, Breweriana","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Stock # 25371\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a vintage Customs and Excise Endometer Gauge. An English, cast iron stave measuring tool for taxation purposes, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Associated with the brewing industry, this gauge was used by \u003cem\u003eHer Majesty's Customs and Excise\u003c\/em\u003e to adjudicate alcohol duty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eA fascinating tool, used in period to measure the end stave thickness of a barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAccurate measurement was useful for applying duty to barrels of alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDisplays a desirable aged patina, gently time-worn with official use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCrafted in cast iron, with a tactile pine handle showing caramel hues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eExtends and closes upon a five hole bracket, secured with by pin on chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen closed, the two pins meet, moving apart to aid measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eEngraved to the handle with Customs \u0026amp; Excise beneath a crown mark, and the date of 1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThe reverse with the Dring \u0026amp; Fage of London maker's mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis vintage Customs and Excise Endometer Gauge played a vital part of official duty measuring in period, and remains as a fascinating display item for those with an interest in official instruments or brewing history. Delivered ready to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMax Width: 55cm (21.75'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Depth: 2.5cm (1'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Height: 94cm (37'')\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Fine Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56995990831477,"sku":"25371","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/9077\/files\/25371-1.jpg?v=1774453918","url":"https:\/\/www.londonfine.co.uk\/products\/vintage-customs-excise-endometer-gauge-english-measuring-tool-breweriana","provider":"London Fine Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}