Vintage Mark Twain Plastic Novelty Tape Measure Retractable Mustache STILL WORKS For Sale

Description:
Up for sale is a rare and highly collectible vintage figural hard plastic Mark Twain novelty sewing tape measure.Design: A whimsical mid-century anthropomorphic design from the 1950s/1960s depicting the famous American author, Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain). Features a detailed furrowed brow, realistic hand-painted facial details, and his signature thick white hair and prominent bushy mustache. It is crafted from a durable, early-period molded plastic composition.Function & Condition: Outstanding vintage condition with NO cracks, splits, or structural damage to the plastic face. This piece is fully operational and works like new—the original cloth measuring tape is completely intact, clean, with only minor fraying. The spring mechanism is incredibly strong, smoothly zipping the tape back inside the head automatically when released. The paint detailing remains remarkably clean and true.