The vintage Lufkin "Atlas" chrome clad steel tape measures are a rare find for collectors of tools and hardware. These tape measures feature a hand crank mechanism for easy and precise measurements, making them both functional and practical for woodworking and carpentry projects. The Lufkin brand is known for quality and durability, ensuring that these tape measures will stand the test of time in any workshop or collection. This is an antique or earlyu 20th century steel surveyor or oil gauging tape measure manufactured by the Lufkin Rule Co. out of Saginow, Michigan.  Little research says it's a vintage steel tape measure used primarily for engineering or deep-tank measurements.  Found at an estate sale where the guy loved old tools.  Could use a good cleaning.