English surveyors Measuring Tape housed in leather with brass winder.
The end is frayed to one inch but can be restored with metal tab, otherwise enjoy as it is meant to be , a decorative piece of history. Winder held with old nail, stamps 3F which means "fine, flat, flexible" linen material, a common feature of these historical tools.
Measures over 30Ft
This is a lovely smaller one, with beautiful patina
