Vintage Wooden Tire Knocker

Vintage hardwood tire knocker (also known as a tire thumper or tire bat) featuring a turned wood handle and original leather wrist strap. Traditionally used by truck drivers, bus operators, and heavy equipment operators to quickly check tire inflation by striking the sidewall and listening for the characteristic sound. Constructed from a single piece of hardwood with a comfortable turned grip and cylindrical striking end. The blue "TIRE KNOCKER" stamp remains visible, adding to its authenticity and industrial appeal.

Today these are popular with trucking memorabilia collectors, transportation enthusiasts, and as rustic industrial décor.

Materials:

• Hardwood
• Leather wrist strap

Dimensions:

• Length: Approximately 19 inches
• Diameter: Approximately 1¾ inches at striking end
• Handle diameter: Approximately 1½ inches

Age:
Likely 1960s–1980s

Condition:
Good vintage condition with expected wear from age and use, including surface scratches, handling marks, and finish wear. Leather wrist strap shows age-related wear but remains attached. Structurally solid.

Brand/Maker:
Unknown

Artist Signed:
No

Country of Manufacture:
Unknown

Use / Type:
Truck Tire Knocker / Tire Thumper / Trucking Tool

Style:
Industrial / Transportation Memorabilia

Production Technique:
Turned hardwood

Color:
Natural wood brown

Theme:
Transportation, Trucking, Garage, Industrial, Automotive Tools