Main lever from 50 ton Howe Scale

By adamvt, 6 December, 2014
Description

I found this in a shed in New Hampshire and am at a loss for valuation. I have figured out what it is and who made it. It is about 4' long and very heavy and it has "Howe M-7" and "PC55441" on one side. Based on what I have found out it's the main lever on a 50 ton railroad track scale, but I don't know when it would have been made or what it might be worth. Any help is greatly appreciated.

This would have been made by the Howe Scale Co. of Rutland, VT.

 

 

Category
Other
Medium
Cast iron, I believe
Distinguishing marks
Howe M-7, PC55441
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
4'x18"x8"
Date Period
late 19th or early 20th century
Weight
200 lbs. +/-
Price Paid (If known)
$50
For Sale?
Yes
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