{"product_id":"vintage-rolatape-traffic-model-walking-speed-survey-measuring-wheel-tool-retro","title":"Vintage Rolatape Traffic Model Walking Speed Survey Measuring Wheel Tool Retro","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Rolatape Traffic Model walking speed survey measuring wheel, road survey tool, engineering field equipment, municipal traffic study device, collectible industrial instrument, retro measuring wheel display piece. This classic Rolatape Traffic Model was designed for measuring walking speed and distance in traffic and engineering applications, making it an appealing piece for collectors of surveying equipment, industrial tools, and transportation history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is pre-owned and shows visible wear consistent with age and use. Surface scratches, paint wear, discoloration, and signs of field service use are present throughout the metal housing and expandable arm assembly. The wheel, frame, and handle remain intact and retain strong vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed primarily of metal with a black finish and cream-colored wheel housing, this measuring device features the original \"Rolatape Traffic Model For Walking Speed\" label and a collapsible scissor-style extension arm. The design allowed engineers, planners, and surveyors to efficiently record walking-speed and distance measurements in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolatape measuring wheels became widely used by transportation departments, civil engineers, surveyors, and municipal planning agencies during the mid-20th century. Their rugged construction and practical design made them a staple tool for roadway studies and distance measurement tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, examples like this are sought after by collectors of industrial equipment, engineering memorabilia, surveying tools, transportation history artifacts, and mid-century utility objects. It also displays well in offices, workshops, garages, man caves, and transportation-themed collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition has been visually inspected from available photographs. No functional testing has been performed. Buyers should review all photographs carefully to determine overall condition and completeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid You Know? Rolatape measuring wheels were commonly used by civil engineers and transportation planners to quickly measure distances before electronic measuring devices became widespread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: This is an authentic Rolatape item. Rolatape is a trademark of its owner. California Auction Company is not affiliated with or endorsed by Rolatape. This item was sourced legally through secondary markets, estate or yard sales.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROY STOCKTON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655458771143,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/4633\/4407\/files\/20260606_130042.jpg?v=1781456726","url":"https:\/\/209marketplace.myshopify.com\/products\/vintage-rolatape-traffic-model-walking-speed-survey-measuring-wheel-tool-retro","provider":"California Thrift \u0026 Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}