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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #180 on: January 17, 2026, 11:31:07 PM
Today's estate sale buy.  Two NOS packages of Craftsman saw blades, Klein, hacksaw and speed.driver,  Craftsman speed driver needle files, ratchet and socket extensions, Stanley pistolgrip saw, Millers Falls 4 way driver, Crescent linemans pliers, Utica adjustable wrench, Powr-Kraft ratchet and Snap-On sockets and speed driver.  My favorite item is the Klein 701-S high tension hacksaw.
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #181 on: January 19, 2026, 05:58:11 AM
Nice haul!
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #182 on: January 20, 2026, 04:25:02 PM
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #183 on: January 25, 2026, 02:34:50 AM
Purchased at an estate sale last weekend, this 1/4 inch drive Craftsman, pear head, quick release ratchet is model No. 43175.  According to Jim C's Craftsman Ratchet type study on the papawswrench.com website, this ratchet is a type 8 manufactured between  1970 and 1971. The makers maker is the single line V.
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #184 on: January 25, 2026, 10:32:42 PM
Craftsman used to be good quality tools that the average working guy could afford, with a good warranty. I miss those days! :tu:
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #185 on: February 16, 2026, 11:02:58 PM
I bought these Mephisto Plumbers Auger Bits at a recent estate sale. 

The catalog screen shot is from the October 1, 1938 Mephisto Price Guide.

The previous owner was a plumber and also did home restorations.


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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #186 on: February 16, 2026, 11:55:55 PM
Interesting, never used one like it, yet that hacksaw you posted a few back is the same one I have,,
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #187 on: February 28, 2026, 06:05:55 AM
A recent addition to my hammer hoard is this Estwing Weight Forward hammer.  Manufactured between 2004 and 2010.  This was a short-lived model.  The ergonomic hammer design wasn't popular.
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Reply #188 on: February 28, 2026, 06:08:47 AM
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I have one that I've meaning to clean up and restore a bit but haven't gotten around to it.
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #189 on: February 28, 2026, 06:10:35 AM
A recent auction buy.  These 3/4 drive sockets are in good condition. A little cleaning and rust removal should make them better.  One has a hairline crack 🙁 and the upturned socket in the lower left corner was made in China.  Makers include Herbrand, Proto, Wright, Duro Chrome, and Walden-Worchester. Sizes range from 2 inches down to 3/4. I'm almost ready for bridge, tank, ship, or crane repairs.
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Reply #190 on: February 28, 2026, 06:11:51 AM
Quote from: AzteCypher on February 28, 2026, 06:08:47 AM
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I have one that I've meaning to clean up and restore a bit but haven't gotten around to it.

They are futuristic and retro. Did you like using it?
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Reply #191 on: March 02, 2026, 07:12:47 AM
I don't use it too often but when I do It feels pretty solid.  I like the heft flying forward towards my target.  :D
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #192 on: March 03, 2026, 04:13:28 AM
Quote from: AzteCypher on March 02, 2026, 07:12:47 AM
I don't use it too often but when I do It feels pretty solid.  I like the heft flying forward towards my target.  :D

I look forward to driving.some nails with it soon.
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Reply #193 on: March 08, 2026, 03:13:17 AM
This is a Disston and Sons D8 ripsaw.  The blade is 28 inches.  The badge, the domed screws, and the extra hole on the handle seem to indicate this saw was manufactured between 1880 and 1886ish, but I could be completely off base in my analysis.  The upper horn is lost to time.  The handles from this era were made from Apple wood.
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Reply #194 on: March 08, 2026, 03:36:51 AM
This Disston  D7 (maybe D4) backsaw was found in the same wall cabinet as the D8 and the Atkins No. 25.  The teeth are almost non-existent.  The badge, handle, screws, and imprint on the back rib seem to indicate it was manufactured between 1876 and 1886ish. However, my analysis may be way off.  I would love to put this one back to work, but recutting rhe teeth may be outside my skill set or price range. 
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This is a Disston and Sons D8 ripsaw.  The blade is 28 inches.  The badge, the domed screws, and the extra hole on the handle seem to indicate this saw was manufactured between 1880 and 1886ish, but I could be completely off base in my analysis.  The upper horn is lost to time.  The handles from this era were made from Apple wood.
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Reply #195 on: March 08, 2026, 06:21:57 AM
I like the look of the handle on the ripsaw.  Maybe you could recreate it by looking at examples online?

It might be a cool project to attempt re-cutting those teeth.

https://paulsellers.com/2012/11/recutting-saw-teeth-an-at-the-bench-method-that-works/
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #196 on: April 11, 2026, 12:02:06 PM
Here are a few old hand tools I got from Evil Bay. They cleaned up nicely! Not sure if some of them classify as "vintage" though?



My first Snap-On... And the oil filter pliers has come in handy on at least 3 different oil changes.

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Reply #197 on: April 11, 2026, 12:43:51 PM
I was quite pleased with this old combination square set from Moore and Wright, made in Sheffield England. The previous owner/craftsman had his name engraved on all the pieces. It was well worn, but still dead nuts square. I could tell that the owner took care of it. All the important reference surfaces were clean and free of dings and marks.



It came in a sad old wooden box, with dirty and broken polystyrene inserts. The box showed significant wear and tear. It was covered in dirt and grime and paint when I got it. It's nailed all around the corners, so no surprise that it eventually started to fall apart after all these years. However, it fixed up nicely with a light sanding, glue and a few coats of wood oil. I cut new foam inserts from those interlocking foam flooring mats.
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Reply #198 on: April 11, 2026, 01:11:53 PM
Finally, a small Stahlwille toolbox. It was likely part of a small ratchet and socket set. It was painted in the signature Stahlwille green once upon a time.

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Reply #199 on: April 11, 2026, 10:35:39 PM
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #200 on: April 11, 2026, 11:26:27 PM
Quote from: Brock O Lee on April 11, 2026, 12:43:51 PM
I was quite pleased with this old combination square set from Moore and Wright, made in Sheffield England. The previous owner/craftsman had his name engraved on all the pieces. It was well worn, but still dead nuts square. I could tell that the owner took care of it. All the important reference surfaces were clean and free of dings and marks.



It came in a sad old wooden box, with dirty and broken polystyrene inserts. The box showed significant wear and tear. It was covered in dirt and grime and paint when I got it. It's nailed all around the corners, so no surprise that it eventually started to fall apart after all these years. However, it fixed up nicely with a light sanding, glue and a few coats of wood oil. I cut new foam inserts from those interlocking foam flooring mats.

Nice find!  Great job on the box and inserts.   "Dead nuts  square"  is that N industry term?  :D
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #201 on: April 12, 2026, 12:46:11 AM
Quote from: AzteCypher on March 08, 2026, 06:21:57 AM
I like the look of the handle on the ripsaw.  Maybe you could recreate it by looking at examples online?

It might be a cool project to attempt re-cutting those teeth.

https://paulsellers.com/2012/11/recutting-saw-teeth-an-at-the-bench-method-that-works/

I definitely want to try repairing it and also replacing it. 
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #202 on: April 12, 2026, 05:25:24 AM
Quote from: Yadda on April 11, 2026, 11:26:27 PM
"Dead nuts  square"  is that N industry term?  :D

Pretty sure it must be, but I'm not sure which industry...  :D
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Re: Vintage hand tool thread.
Reply #203 on: April 18, 2026, 09:20:07 PM
Cleaned tools from a recent estate sale buy.
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