I found a clamp much like the bottom one and spent some time cleaning it up. The first time I used it the lever/handle snapped off the shaft upon which it rotates. Upon closer inspection, it looked...
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I found a clamp much like the bottom one and spent some time cleaning it up. The first time I used it the lever/handle snapped off the shaft upon which it rotates. Upon closer inspection, it looked...
I think you will have the best luck finding good older planes if you stick with the more prolific makers. Ohio Tool Company, Sandusky Tool Company, Auburn Tool Co., and Union come to mind. I have...
Gerd Fritsche. At 28" long, it makes my other jointer planes look small.
My wife is nice to me.
Very nice find!
That is awesome.
I have no idea what you are talking about. Plane parts? Never heard of them. Now, if I could clear these paperweights off my table saw, perhaps I could use it.
The publication of the Midwest Tool Collectors called "The Gristmill" provides some interesting articles on antique tools. No projects to speak of, but I find it an interesting read. Some of the...
I found the prices somewhat odd. Prices were very strong on Friday and all over the place on Saturday. I picked up a few plow planes, some rulers, a nice marking gauge and a few other small items. ...
I used A/C plywood for the floor of my previous shop. It held up well over about 11 years. We just moved and I tore up the floor and turned it into other projects (mostly saw horses). It was no...
I've bought a couple of things from Jim, and I find him to be a pleasant enough guy. Like most dealers, he will negotiate a price. He gave me a jump once when I left my lights on and drained my...
If you can post a picture I can search my parts bin for a donor.
Sir, do you dare suggest that I have some affinity for these shiny metal objects? I assure you, I have no need for these common workman's tools. :rolleyes: Here is an Atkins #53 5 PPI rip saw from...
I have a 1940 Van Camp Hardware catalog from Indianapolis. In it, they list a set of Atkins saws that can be purchased for hardware display. The image is not particularly clear, but it looks like...
Good buy. I would have bought it for $20, no doubt about it. Cleaned up nice.
I could see them fitting into the wrench on e-bay to turn different sized nuts. They are about 1/8" thick.
Per my newly invented rules for "what is it?" items, if you want/need these shoot me a...
Whenever I see or buy old English pig stickers, the bevel looks like this:
I found these inside a woodworkers tool chest I recently purchased. The chest had mostly chisels and carving tools. Any idea what they could be for?
Here is one of my favorites. #53 22" 12 PPI cross-cut panel saw.
Being in Indianapolis, I'm also a local fan of Atkins saws.
Following up to this old thread. I took Jim's advice and used a cut nail to make a replacement knicker. It took a little shaping to make the fit good. It performs just fine. This is from a...
Jeff,
I have a half finished rocker just waiting from someone to finish it! Just let me know when you are ready, I'm right down the road! :-)
Just an idea:
Find an old wide skew rabbet plane 2" wide. Like this one on *-bay (not mine, no interest, for reference, etc.)
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Just a piece of information to add to the general discussion, my circa 1904-1907 Vonnegut Hardware catalog contains wood body planes, unlabeled but likely Sandusky or Ohio:
Single Bit Smooth Plane...
The most common area for breaks and cracks on these saws is at the feet. Turn it over and look at the feet and legs for damage. Next, make sure the springs, bearings, rollers, etc. appear to be...