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Here a few items of interest which help make a tennis display a little more interesting. First is a USA made three ball container called EDGEROY. It says it meets Official United States Lawn Tennis Association bounce tests. c 1950 They come in a few colours and in two sections, the screw device is threaded and when tightened creates the seal. Prices $ 10-30
On pleasant weekends, taking the bike down to the courts was a great way to warm up. Being a little clunky to carry the answer is a tennis racquet clip that fits to the bike to hold your racquet. This UK made TERRY’S clip is new in box. Prices from $10-$30 if you can find one.
Lawn tennis measuring tapes were required originally for line marking on grass. The tapes had the tennis court measurements printed on the casing (so did some racquet presses). Some are made from brass and are quite stunning. Others were made from leather. The one below top is a US made Rabone and is not a pristine example through wear and tear. Prices $40-$200
 This tape measure was made by G.G.Bussey & Co. UK. (GGB) Bussey were a very reputable firm that supplied a complete range of tennis equipment. It is very old and made in brass. It arrived quite dirty, however with a polish the end result is really pleasant.  
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