Rare Vintage Schrader Brass Tire Air Pressure Gauge

Founded by German immigrant August Schrader, the company’s humble roots began in a small workshop in Manhattan, New York. A mechanic by trade and an innovator by nature, Schrader saved enough money to purchase the necessary machinery and open his own shop in the spring of 1844. Initially, Schrader developed supply fittings and valves for rubber products like air pillows and life preservers. His inventive nature and a strong interest in diving eventually led him to design and manufacture improved diving helmets and air pumps, catapulting the young company into more than 50 years of success in the dive equipment business. more info at

• https://www.schradertpms.com/en/company/schrader-history
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/August_Schrader
• https://www.schradertpms.com/en/company/schrader-history/historical-timeline
• https://patentpending.blogs.com/patent_pending_blog/2005/04/the_schrader_va.html