1868 Tape Measure Patent Print, Vintage Tool Blueprint Wall Art, Printable Carpenter Gift

The 1868 spring tape measure patent that added the click lock - the little catch that holds the tape out while you read it. The drawing shows the case with its fancy scrolled cover and the spring inside. A perfect gift for carpenters, builders and anyone who measures twice.

WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 1 restored patent drawing in 2 colorways: classic (black lines on warm parchment) and blueprint (white lines on deep blue)
- 5 ZIP files, one per frame ratio - each holds both colorways as high-res JPG files plus a README
- 10 print files in total

SIZES (all 300 DPI)
- 2:3 ratio (7200 x 10800 px) - prints 4x6, 8x12, 12x18, 16x24, 20x30 and 24x36 in
- 3:4 ratio (5400 x 7200 px) - prints 6x8, 9x12, 12x16 and 18x24 in
- 4:5 ratio (4800 x 6000 px) - prints 4x5, 8x10 and 16x20 in
- 11x14 in (3300 x 4200 px)
- ISO A size (A2 file, 4961 x 7016 px) - prints A5, A4, A3 and A2

FILE FORMAT
JPG images (RGB, 300 DPI) inside ZIP files.

INSTANT DOWNLOAD - NO PHYSICAL ITEM
This is a digital download: nothing will be shipped, and no frame or print is included.Download your files from the link on your order confirmation page or email.

HOW TO PRINT
Unzip the files, pick the ratio that matches your frame, and print at home on matte paper or cardstock, at a local print shop, or with an online photo lab. Colors may vary slightly between screens and printers.

ABOUT THE ART
From U.S. Patent No. 79,965, "Improvement in tape-measures", issued July 14, 1868 to Alvin J. Fellows. The patent has long expired and the drawing is in the public domain. Restored and laid out by 31 Crafts. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand or manufacturer.
Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office, www.uspto.gov
AI disclosure: the original patent drawing was cleaned up and laid out with the help of AI tools.

TERMS OF USE
For personal use only. Print as many copies as you like for your own home or to give as a gift. Please do not resell, share or redistribute the digital files, and do not sell prints or products made from them.

Questions? Send me a message any time - happy to help.