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The Elgin
on: January 24, 2015, 12:19:05 AM
This is another of the old multis out there.  The Elgin was patented in the late 1800's.  There are multiple versions including a hard case set and a leather rolled set.  The sets have dies that fit in the hole in the handle. There are approximately 30 dies available.  The variations of the die sets means almost no one would buy an entire set. My tool does not hold dies.  Jaw replacements were 25 cents.  The price is printed on the jaw!
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #1 on: January 24, 2015, 07:05:23 AM
I've looked at those off and on for years and have yet to buy one. Glad to see you post one up Y.
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #2 on: January 24, 2015, 01:50:12 PM
Now that's an interesting tool. :tu:
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #3 on: January 24, 2015, 02:12:07 PM
What does it do?

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #4 on: January 24, 2015, 02:21:27 PM
Quote from: Cupboard on January 24, 2015, 02:12:07 PM
What does it do?

It's an adjustable wrench.
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #5 on: January 24, 2015, 02:35:17 PM
That is pretty cool.

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #6 on: January 24, 2015, 11:49:13 PM
Quote from: David on January 24, 2015, 07:05:23 AM
I've looked at those off and on for years and have yet to buy one. Glad to see you post one up Y.

Thanks David! I've been wanting one for a while.  This one went cheap so it's mine.  There are at least 4 to 6 handle versions and at least 2 or 3 manufacturers.  Most of the versions with the die handles go for $30 or more.

Quote from: Cupboard on January 24, 2015, 02:12:07 PM
What does it do?

Definitely an adjustable alligator style wrench, but some versions also have threading dies.

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on January 24, 2015, 02:35:17 PM
That is pretty cool.

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Quote from: enki_ck on January 24, 2015, 01:50:12 PM
Now that's an interesting tool. :tu:

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #7 on: January 24, 2015, 11:56:06 PM
Classic

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #8 on: January 25, 2015, 12:23:53 AM
Anything to do with the boat motor company?
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #9 on: January 25, 2015, 01:37:54 AM
Quote from: Higgins617 on January 25, 2015, 12:23:53 AM
Anything to do with the boat motor company?

Possible, but not likely.  The Elgin tool company was located in Illinois.  Elgin boats were sold by Sears Roebuck based in Chicago.  The Elgin tool was patented in 1896.  I believe the boat kits were sold in the 40's and 50's?
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #10 on: January 25, 2015, 01:40:14 AM
Quote from: Yadda on January 25, 2015, 01:37:54 AM
Quote from: Higgins617 on January 25, 2015, 12:23:53 AM
Anything to do with the boat motor company?

Possible, but not likely.  The Elgin tool company was located in Illinois.  Elgin boats were sold by Sears Roebuck based in Chicago.  The Elgin tool was patented in 1896.  I believe the boat kits were sold in the 40's and 50's?

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #11 on: January 25, 2015, 05:45:37 AM
Patent info on the Elgin.
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #12 on: January 28, 2015, 09:58:28 AM
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #13 on: January 29, 2015, 02:22:16 AM
Yes you answered my question earlier. it being made in Elgin. A LOT was made there. Cool, never seen one

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #14 on: January 29, 2015, 03:32:22 AM
Here's mine:   (photo looks like two different tools, but it is actually top and bottom views of the same tool)





Interesting info you posted there Lyndon about there being "at least 4 to 6 handle versions and at least 2 or 3 manufacturers". I did not realize that. Do you have any further details about the different manufacturers? :)
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #15 on: January 29, 2015, 04:24:20 AM
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #16 on: January 29, 2015, 04:28:29 AM
Another thread from papaws telling about the star pattern

http://www.papawswrench.com/vboard/index.php?topic=14545.msg89323#msg89323
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #17 on: January 29, 2015, 04:38:43 AM
Quote from: J-sews on January 29, 2015, 03:32:22 AM
Here's mine:   (photo looks like two different tools, but it is actually top and bottom views of the same tool)


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Interesting info you posted there Lyndon about there being "at least 4 to 6 handle versions and at least 2 or 3 manufacturers". I did not realize that. Do you have any further details about the different manufacturers? :)

Hi Bob!  Good to see you back.

This link has info and photos of many different styles.  http://www.papawswrench.com/vboard/index.php?topic=5369.msg97237#msg97237
In addition, another version called "The Victor" by Kraeuter.
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Re: The Victor
Reply #18 on: January 29, 2015, 04:41:11 AM
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #19 on: February 23, 2015, 07:51:50 PM
Another wonder hath appeared!

An Elgin with the leather tool pouch is up for auction on the popular online auction site. I've seen advertisements with this set, but this is the first set with orginal leather pouch that I have seen in the wild.  Looks like it was put in a box and never used. 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/121577369069?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

For just $235 US this beauty can be yours!

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #20 on: February 23, 2015, 07:59:59 PM
OK, now that's :drool:

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Re: The Elgin
Reply #21 on: March 10, 2015, 04:52:09 PM
What does an alligator wrench have in common with a holder for threading dies ?

What am I missing here?
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #22 on: March 11, 2015, 03:39:51 AM
Quote from: toolguy on March 10, 2015, 04:52:09 PM
What does an alligator wrench have in common with a holder for threading dies ?

What am I missing here?

No, I don't think you are missing anything.  The combination is unusual.  The tool isn't just a die holder. It is used to cut threads.
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Re: The Elgin
Reply #23 on: March 11, 2015, 07:09:36 AM
Quote from: Yadda on March 11, 2015, 03:39:51 AM
Quote from: toolguy on March 10, 2015, 04:52:09 PM
What does an alligator wrench have in common with a holder for threading dies ?

What am I missing here?

No, I don't think you are missing anything.  The combination is unusual.  The tool isn't just a die holder. It is used to cut threads.

What part if this tool is used to cut threads,if it isn't the threading die held at the end of the tool?
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