Vintage Bulgarian Tire Pressure Gauge, Mechanical Automotive Manometer, 0–15 kgf cm, Made in Bulgaria, Retro Car Tool

Vintage Bulgarian Mechanical Tire Pressure Gauge – Made in Bulgaria

An authentic vintage mechanical pressure gauge from Bulgaria, designed for measuring air pressure in vehicle tires.

This compact, pistol-style automotive instrument features a round dial with a pressure scale ranging from 0 to 15 kgf/cm² (approximately 0–213 psi). Its elongated metal handle and traditional mechanical construction reflect the practical design of automotive tools produced during the socialist-era period.

The dial is marked “MADE IN BULGARIA” and features a manufacturer's emblem. The instrument is believed to date from approximately the 1970s–1980s, although the exact production year has not been confirmed.

ITEM DETAILS
Type: Mechanical tire pressure gauge
Country of manufacture: Bulgaria
Estimated period: 1970s–1980s
Scale: 0–15 kgf/cm² (approximately 0–213 psi)
Length: Approximately 20 cm (7.9 inches)
Dial diameter: Approximately 6 cm (2.36 inches)
Construction: Metal housing and elongated measuring handle
Power: Mechanical, no batteries required

HOW IT WAS USED
This type of gauge was designed to measure air pressure in vehicle tires. The measuring tip is pressed against the tire valve, allowing air pressure to move the internal mechanical mechanism and indicate the reading on the dial.

CONDITION
Good vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous use. The black-painted metal housing shows areas of paint loss and surface wear, consistent with its age.
The gauge has not been professionally tested or calibrated. Its measuring accuracy, internal mechanism, and pressure-retention or reset function have not been verified. It is therefore offered as an untested vintage instrument, without a guarantee of measurement accuracy.
A piece of vintage automotive history
A distinctive collectible for enthusiasts of classic cars, Bulgarian industrial design, vintage garage equipment, and traditional mechanical measuring instruments.
It can also make an interesting display piece in a retro workshop, garage, or automotive memorabilia collection.
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Carefully packed for international shipping.
I try to do my best to represent the item's true color in the pictures, but the colors may vary slightly due to differences in monitor calibrations.

***Shipping information***
Order will be shipped within 2 working days after payment is received. I'll provide the tracking number to you when the item is shipped. Please note that I ship from Ukraine and average time of delivery is 2 weeks but there can be delays while Custom process.

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ATTENTION: This is not a toy! The products do not contain hazardous substances, have a smooth surface without sharp edges and do not pose a risk to consumers.
The product design is strong and stable, without the risk of injury to the user.

***Manufacturer information***
This product was handmade by us, a small business, using hand tools and a laser machine.
"Ukrainianwoods" company, our workshop located in Ukraine, Kryvyi Rih

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