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V.I.W. industrial platform scale from circa 1968, made of wood and wrought iron, with a 200 kg capacity, dimensions approx. 100 × 60 × 50 cm, weight about 20 kg, in reasonable used condition and decorative object, not tested for precise operation.
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Industrial platform scale – V.I.W. – 200 kg – ca. 1968 – wood & wrought iron
Description:
Beautiful, authentic industrial platform scale from the V.I.W. (Verenigde Instrumenten Werken) brand, manufactured in 1968 (see original plaque). This heavy-duty model has a weighing capacity of 200 kg and is made entirely of wood and wrought iron.
The mechanism, weight lever, and construction are all present. The machine still bears the original Weights and Measures plates and a 1977 inspection sticker, confirming its professional origins.
The scale has that typical, rugged industrial look: thick black factory paint, worn edges, and a beautifully robust wooden platform. An impressive decorative piece for a loft, shop, restaurant, workshop, or man cave.
Condition:
Good, used condition. Wear and tear and paint damage consistent with age. Not tested for accurate functioning – offered as a decorative item.
Material: wood, wrought iron
Brand: V.I.W.
Dating: 1968
Weighing capacity: 200 kg
Size: approx. 100*60*50 (
Weight: heavy 20 kilos
Please note: from December 18th to 31st, 2025, this item cannot be shipped due to holidays!
Industrial platform scale – V.I.W. – 200 kg – ca. 1968 – wood & wrought iron
Description:
Beautiful, authentic industrial platform scale from the V.I.W. (Verenigde Instrumenten Werken) brand, manufactured in 1968 (see original plaque). This heavy-duty model has a weighing capacity of 200 kg and is made entirely of wood and wrought iron.
The mechanism, weight lever, and construction are all present. The machine still bears the original Weights and Measures plates and a 1977 inspection sticker, confirming its professional origins.
The scale has that typical, rugged industrial look: thick black factory paint, worn edges, and a beautifully robust wooden platform. An impressive decorative piece for a loft, shop, restaurant, workshop, or man cave.
Condition:
Good, used condition. Wear and tear and paint damage consistent with age. Not tested for accurate functioning – offered as a decorative item.
Material: wood, wrought iron
Brand: V.I.W.
Dating: 1968
Weighing capacity: 200 kg
Size: approx. 100*60*50 (
Weight: heavy 20 kilos
Please note: from December 18th to 31st, 2025, this item cannot be shipped due to holidays!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
20 kg
Iron type
Wrought iron
Title additional information
Decorative scale
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Iron, Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
60 cm
Width
100 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated Period
1960-1970
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