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Calling all retro lovers, postal nerds, and vintage decor addicts — this one’s for you.
This is a 1970s Pelouze Countess II mechanical postal scale featuring the original USPS rate charts from March 2, 1974. It's an absolute time capsule from the golden age of snail mail. Model P-2 weighs up to 2 lbs in 1/2 oz increments and includes charts for 3rd Class, 1st Class, Air Mail, Parcel Post, and Priority Mail by zone. (Remember zones? Good times.)
🎯 Key Features:
* Made in the USA 🇺🇸
* Metal body with cream base
* Max capacity: 2 pounds
* Iconic postal rate dial
* Fully mechanical — no batteries, no BS
* NOT LEGAL FOR TRADE — but super legal for vintage display or home shipping
💥 Condition Notes:
* Used but functional — she’s got some scuffs, scratches, and patina from years of loyal service (just like a mailman).
* Surface wear consistent with age, especially on the weighing plate and metal casing.
* Still a great conversation piece or photo prop!
💡 Perfect for:
* Postal history collectors
* Vintage office decor
* Etsy sellers and eBay hustlers
* Steampunk prop makers
* People who love tactile gadgets that don’t beep at them
📏 Approximate Dimensions:
Height: 6.5"
Base: 5.25" x 3.25"
Weighing Plate: 4.5" x 4.25"
🧼 Cleaned and ready to ship. Packed with care.
Vintage 1974 Model P-2 PELOUZE Countess II, 2 lb. Postal Mailing Scale
$8.00
This is a 1970s Pelouze Countess II mechanical postal scale featuring the original USPS rate charts from March 2, 1974. It's an absolute time capsule from the golden age of snail mail. Model P-2 weighs up to 2 lbs in 1/2 oz increments and includes charts for 3rd Class, 1st Class, Air Mail, Parcel Post, and Priority Mail by zone. (Remember zones? Good times.)
🎯 Key Features:
* Made in the USA 🇺🇸
* Metal body with cream base
* Max capacity: 2 pounds
* Iconic postal rate dial
* Fully mechanical — no batteries, no BS
* NOT LEGAL FOR TRADE — but super legal for vintage display or home shipping
💥 Condition Notes:
* Used but functional — she’s got some scuffs, scratches, and patina from years of loyal service (just like a mailman).
* Surface wear consistent with age, especially on the weighing plate and metal casing.
* Still a great conversation piece or photo prop!
💡 Perfect for:
* Postal history collectors
* Vintage office decor
* Etsy sellers and eBay hustlers
* Steampunk prop makers
* People who love tactile gadgets that don’t beep at them
📏 Approximate Dimensions:
Height: 6.5"
Base: 5.25" x 3.25"
Weighing Plate: 4.5" x 4.25"
🧼 Cleaned and ready to ship. Packed with care.