Lot 167

Vintage Dritz "Pin-It" Adjustable Skirt Marker & Hem Gauge on Folding Metal Stand, Made in U.S.A.

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Vintage Dritz "Pin-It" Adjustable Skirt Marker & Hem Gauge on Folding Metal Stand, Made in U.S.A.
Vintage Dritz "Pin-It" Adjustable Skirt Marker & Hem Gauge on Folding Metal Stand, Made in U.S.A.
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Vintage Dritz "Pin-It" Adjustable Skirt Marker & Hem Gauge on Folding Metal Stand, Made in U.S.A.

Current Bid: $5

(1 Bid)
by California Auction Company LLC
August 1, 2026 9:00 AM PDT
Live Auction
1212 E. Harding Way
Stockton, CA, US 95205

A classic vintage Dritz "Pin-It" adjustable skirt marker and hem gauge, an indispensable sewing aid that became a staple in professional tailoring shops, dressmaking studios, and home sewing rooms throughout the mid-20th century. Constructed with a hardwood graduated measuring rule mounted within a durable nickel-plated steel framework, the device features an adjustable sliding marker with locking thumb screw and a folding three-leg metal base for stability during use. Manufactured by Dritz, one of America's most respected suppliers of sewing notions and tailoring equipment, the "Pin-It" Skirt Marker was designed to simplify the process of establishing uniform skirt and dress hems. The adjustable guide allows the user to accurately position pins or chalk at a consistent height while the garment is worn, ensuring precise and professional results. Marked "PIN-IT," "DRITZ," "MADE IN U.S.A.," and "SKIRT MARKER," this example retains its original printed wooden measuring scale and metal components. Its clean industrial design and practical engineering make it equally appealing as a functional sewing implement or as a display piece within collections of vintage sewing tools, textile equipment, or Americana. An authentic example of mid-century American sewing technology, offering both decorative appeal and continued utility for collectors, dressmakers, and enthusiasts of traditional tailoring equipment.

  • Condition: Very good vintage condition. Light surface wear, minor scratches, and age-related patina to the metal components consistent with normal use. The wooden measuring rule remains clearly legible, the adjustable sliding mechanism functions properly, and the folding metal stand is stable. Overall a well-preserved example with expected signs of age and use.

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$0 $49 $5
$50 $199 $10
$200 $499 $25
$500 + $50