2016 Garage Sale Thread

[joe.striper]

JOE: nice finds and i can't say i've found a good anvil to buy in a while now. do you use a belt sander for the tops and spiff your anvils up as nice as your vises? or do you just flip them as is?

ALL: anybody else buy and sell anvils want to share how they spiff them up either on this thread or a PM please do. i know i'll find another one or two and i'll probably keep them this time because i'm currently ANVILESS in SEATTLE.

cheers

I just flip them. I get some really nice ones and why mess with them right? I really, really, really want to do one but I'm concerned I'll screw them up.

I've got a line on a couple of small ones so we shall see.

 

[drivesitfar]

Joe: from what i've seen of your skills spiffing up vises i really doubt you can screw up an anvil restoration. about the only thing i can think of that you can screw up an anvil is with TOO MUCH HEAT and i'm talking 1000's of degrees, but there might be another way so ask in the anvil thread or start a thread on Anvil restoration. yes they are nice, but so have some of the vises you've spiffed up that i would have left as is.

good luck

EDIT: remember the conversations we had on the main vise thread about clean edges? yes that is also important and even more so on a real anvil so don't round them off on the top.

 

[bmwrd0]

Outlaw, Drives Here is a picture of it open:

 

[bmwrd0]

So, nothing to do today, went and hit an estate sale on first day, got there about 2 hours after opening, which is fine with me as I don't feel like fighting. Here is the pickup:

Armstrong clamp, MAC ignition pliers and scraper, Indestro 1/4 socket spinner, Chainsaw file, 1' drill bit USA, SK metric socket tray, outlet tester, tire/break spoon, Craftsman dowl jig, unused bore brushes and misc. SK and Proto sockets. $5

$10 for the Jorgensen clamp, and $5 for the little vise. Might scrap it though, its so small I don't know what to do with it...

 

[jakemac]

.................. and $5 for the little vise. Might scrap it though, its so small I don't know what to do with it...

I think I just heard the distinctive popping sound of brains exploding all over the Internet.

 

[wingnut_1]

....... and $5 for the little vise. Might scrap it though, its so small I don't know what to do with it...

$5 seems a tad bit high. You should have offered $3 seeing as its so small. But, its your money BMW

 

[topop101]

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$10 for the Jorgensen clamp, and $5 for the little vise. Might scrap it though, its so small I don't know what to do with it...[/QUOTE]

... Only in California ...

 

[topop101]

Picked up these giant Crosby shackles at the local flea market. The big ones are 25 ton, they were marked at $20 a piece, very fair. I asked the flea market to call the booth owner to make an offer on all of them, he said he had more at home. Ended up meeting up down the road and bought all he had. Ended up with 18 shackles total, all Crosby. 8 of the 25 ton shackles. Paid $150 for all of them. They are huge, dollar bill for reference.

WOW! Those Crosby's 25 Ton sell new for about 800 EACH for that style with the nut !

 

[Waggoner72]

WOW! Those Crosby's 25 Ton sell new for about 800 EACH for that style with the nut !

I'm not sure about $800 each, I wish. Think they go for about $200. Not sure what makes the one with the nut special. Be glad to sell them to you for a wonderful price if they are $800 each

 

[topop101]

Joe: from what i've seen of your skills spiffing up vises i really doubt you can screw up an anvil restoration. about the only thing i can think of that you can screw up an anvil is with TOO MUCH HEAT and i'm talking 1000's of degrees, but there might be another way so ask in the anvil thread or start a thread on Anvil restoration. yes they are nice, but so have some of the vises you've spiffed up that i would have left as is.

good luck

EDIT: remember the conversations we had on the main vise thread about clean edges? yes that is also important and even more so on a real anvil so don't round them off on the top.

Drives I've restored some really rough anvils over the years steel and iron. I've used a belt sander to knock down the big stuff or I take them to a machine shop buddy of mine and he mills them or surface grinds them. The last 6 or 7 I done I used the belt sander then trued them up with a diamond file. Some smiths are very particular about the trueness of the face so pay close attention to that when restoring one. Oh and it goes with out saying the horn gets some TOP polish!

 

[topop101]

I'm not sure about $800 each, I wish. Think they go for about $200. Not sure what makes the one with the nut special. Be glad to sell them to you for a wonderful price if they are $800 each

The ones with the ID plug in them are !. The ones with the nut and pin hole are used for long term or permanent use. Or any time personnel are involved. There are counterfeit Crosby's out there and that's why the ID plug. There are ways to identify counterfeit ones .

 

[Waggoner72]

The ones with the ID plug in them are !. The ones with the nut and pin hole are used for long term or permanent use. Or any time personnel are involved. There are counterfeit Crosby's out there and that's why the ID plug. There are ways to identify counterfeit ones .

Any advice on best place to try and generate the most profit out of them? There is a local Crosby plant that I may run them by and see what they have to say.

 

[topop101]

Any advice on best place to try and generate the most profit out of them? There is a local Crosby plant that I may run them by and see what they have to say.

Contact local crane companies. American riggers, You can't buy direct from Crosby only through dealers like American riggers. Maybe you can on line . That I'm not sure of. We always deal with suppliers that buy direct from Crosby. Back in the mid 2000's china unloaded a **** load of junk on the market with Crosby's name on them ... I know that's hard to believe ... after a slue of accidents it came to light why. If any of yours turn out to be counterfeit please scrap them. Lives are at stake. I lift 10's of 1000's of pounds daily with our rigging and every pick has the potential to kill if not done correct. I would hate to see a 25 ton shackle being used near capacity and have it fail on someone. A company like American riggers should be able to check them out for you or a local crane company should be able to as well . You can go to Crosby's web site and see the way their name is pictured... paying attention to every detail. The name on the shackle will be or should be identical . Also there will be no foundry marks remaining on the pin. It will be machined.

 

[bmwrd0]

I think I just heard the distinctive popping sound of brains exploding all over the Internet.

As I am sure you know, I was joking, Baby Bullet is too cool and valuable.

 

[rmalkow2]

As I am sure you know, I was joking, Baby Bullet is too cool and valuable.

Ok then, I'll process that after I stuff the brains back in my skull and close it up with some duct tape.

 

[jakemac]

As I am sure you know, I was joking, Baby Bullet is too cool and valuable.

Yes, I read it as intended. I was playing along.
If I had thought you were serious, my comment would have included more four-letter words.

 

[jakemac]

Well, I went out to my first estate sale in a month this morning. The sale showed pictures of blacksmithing tools, a river forge, Cman Commercial Crowntop horizontal bandsaw, 36" Pexto shear and a 36" roller, and a number of bead rollers.

I expected a large crowd, but when I got there an hour early I was #2 in line. There were only 12 of us when the door opened. Someone else wanted the blacksmith tools, so I helped him gather them up. I was after the bandsaw, but when I found it in the basement they had a $275 price tag on it. It was missing the base and the motor had starting issues.

The Pexto's were tagged at $1000 each and the beading rollers were $100 each. Even if they could find someone willing to lump the big tools out of the basement bulkhead, they'll be lucky to get anything close to those prices. They may have to sell them with the house.

Needless to say, I left disappointed and empty handed.

 

[bmwrd0]

Well, I went out to my first estate sale in a month this morning. The sale showed pictures of blacksmithing tools, a river forge, Cman Commercial Crowntop horizontal bandsaw, 36" Pexto shear and a 36" roller, and a number of bead rollers.

I expected a large crowd, but when I got there an hour early I was #2 in line. There were only 12 of us when the door opened. Someone else wanted the blacksmith tools, so I helped him gather them up. I was after the bandsaw, but when I found it in the basement they had a $275 price tag on it. It was missing the base and the motor had starting issues.

The Pexto's were tagged at $1000 each and the beading rollers were $100 each. Even if they could find someone willing to lump the big tools out of the basement bulkhead, they'll be lucky to get anything close to those prices. They may have to sell them with the house.

Needless to say, I left disappointed and empty handed.

Is it one of those companies that lower prices week by week? I would make a lowball and leave a number.

 

[jakemac]

No. I think the prices were set by the owner. One of the other buyers had said that he had tried to buy from the estate owner last week and he was firm on his prices. The only reason he had a company doing the sale is because he lives out of state.

 

[topop101]

It was raining like a son of a gun this morning and the boss hesitated just long enough for me to bolt out the door and I was gone!!! I hit 8 sales but only 3 hit back... I spent a total of 64 bucks 40 of which was on 2 buck knives. 1 NOS 505 and a slightly used 110 with brass bolsters. These are keepers for my collection. Here's the rest of the stuff.

8" Harrolds adjustable wrench
6" Crescent adjustable
5" Diamond slip joint
Small wooden handle screw driver
Diamond Edge adjustable alligator wrench- Pat. May 26 1903
Townley 8" draw knife
Jorgensen 6" wing nut "C" clamp
4 Ford adhesive back emblems
True Temper Jet Rocket hatchet/roofing hammer
An old cast steel cross peen hammer
Pasco plumbers hand saw with aluminum handle
An old automotive screw jack- I've no idea what car this came off of but for 2 bucks it wasn't staying behind.. It has great lines

 

[Outlawmws]

Nice scores Top! I've had two Bucks surface this summer, both needed new blades which Buck will replace for $10. I'm awaiting the 112 Ranger's return.

 

[topop101]

Nice scores Top! I've had two Bucks surface this summer, both needed new blades which Buck will replace for $10. I'm awaiting the 112 Ranger's return.

Yeah right on! I've sent a couple in also. These won't need to go though.

 

[Blue Frog]

I hit one estate sale today - three hours after it opened, so many of the choice tools were taken. I did manage to snag a nice small craftsman BP hammer, some type of cutting pliers that oozes with gizmosity (maybe for electricians - just couldn't leave it there), a vintage set of small wrenches in an old pouch (most are marked Dunlap), and a Starret divider.








The maker of the cutting pliers:





Edit - Added: A similar item to the pliers shown above is listed on the auction site as: Antique Rochus Heinisch Shoe Boot Purse Harness Leather Button Hole Cutter Plier


Blue Frog

 

[mike_paxton]

Blue Frog:

You got me there on the R. Heinisch of Newark NJ, as they were in cutlery business but what that tool specifically did, no clue.

Hopefiully someone will jump in who knows.

Did some yard sales on Friday and picked up what looks like a military fold away table. Originally when got it, someone had attached a Masonite top and framed that with some popular trim. Took that off and underneath was contact paper, so removed that as well.

Last pic is markings found on table, so if anyone can share info on it, would appreciate it.

Mike

 

[mike_paxton]

Continued from Previous Post

Saw at another sale what looks like a homemade gun case. No gun inside, but thought it was made well enough to pick it up.

Also picked up small plane with no markings, couple of hand plane parts with one blade being a 2-1/4" Stanley Sweetheart marked. 3 pen knives with one marked Barlow and an oak trim piece off a piece of furniture that was orphaned.

Nothing big or expensive, but at least interesting.

Mike

 

[Outlawmws]

BF, that BP hammer has me scratching my head. It looks almost NOS, yet the markings and blue color scream 1930's?

I think the "pliers" are for leather working? Cutting to a specified depth? I'd swear I've see that type in use...

 

[Outlawmws]

Mike, Cool table! I'd also guess military, and the markings may be for the unit?

The gun case is VERY cool. What size shell fits the holes? 12 Ga.?

 

[Blue Frog]

BF, that BP hammer has me scratching my head. It looks almost NOS, yet the markings and blue color scream 1930's?

I think the "pliers" are for leather working? Cutting to a specified depth? I'd swear I've see that type in use...

Outlaw,

Both the BP hammer and the pliers are in superb condition, and yes, they both appear to be NOS.

Blue Frog

 

[mike_paxton]

Mike, Cool table! I'd also guess military, and the markings may be for the unit?

The gun case is VERY cool. What size shell fits the holes? 12 Ga.?

Outlaw:

Good eye, as 12 Ga shells fits the holes on the gun case.

Mike

 

[Outlawmws]

So its likely a case for (i'm guessing) a side by side double, based on the width (depth) of the inlet for the reciever.

 

[topop101]

Blue Frog:

You got me there on the R. Heinisch of Newark NJ, as they were in cutlery business but what that tool specifically did, no clue.

Hopefiully someone will jump in who knows.

Did some yard sales on Friday and picked up what looks like a military fold away table. Originally when got it, someone had attached a Masonite top and framed that with some popular trim. Took that off and underneath was contact paper, so removed that as well.

Last pic is markings found on table, so if anyone can share info on it, would appreciate it.

Mike

I remember when I was first in the Army the pay officers sat behind a table exactly like that and handed out your pay in basic. Thanks for the memory!

 

[garthg]

Hit an estate sale today. Apparently the gentleman was a retired mechanic as all the tools (and there were quite a few) were mostly top quality, Snap On, S-K, and Wright. I also snagged a really heavy six-drawer Cornwall top box that I was told was the gentleman's first mechanic's box. He must have had bigger boxes, but I think family members probably got those. I ended up with the following:

Two Snap On speeders, 1/2" and 3/8";
Kastar USA bent feeler gauges;
S-K bent needle nose pliers;
MAC 1/2" impact extension;
Challenger by Proto 12" extension;
Wright USA round head ratchet (like new);
Wright USA 6" extension;
Long parts grabber

The Fuller USA Phillips head and Snap On pin punch were bonuses in the back of the Cornwell box. The pin punch was bent and ground to a point, but I straightened and re-ground it back to usefulness.

I spent the day refurbishing the drop-front Cornwell box. (It was quite rusty). I'll post some pics when I'm done. I still have to fix the lock and replacing the missing lock rods and a missing top stay.

I paid $55 including $20 for the Cornwell box.

 

[bluebolt]

Bluefrog that is a sweet Craftsman hammer! I too think it is 1930's.

 

[Outlawmws]

Garthg, Pics of the box?

 

[why worry]

So stopped at the local Habitat for Humanity store and found these large Craftsman wrenches. Most are V with one VV. I couldn't pass them up as they appear to be brand new.
Dave

 

[bluebolt]

Hit a sale that was so big this is the third weekend. I was out of town for the other two, wish I had seen it when it was totally full! Over 70 vises!
The vises left mostly had issues and were way overpriced in my opinion. They had them all in the house.. The lady running it had looked up vise prices on Ebay.........

Out back a different guy was pricing stuff and was much more reasonable. I found a few goodies.

Pic 1 and 2: On the left is a XY table off of some kind of machine. My plan is to disassemble it, cut off the excess, reassemble and use it for a drill press XY table. Anyone recognise it? Or recognize the cross slide table on the bottom right? More stuff for a lathe, what appears to be a nicely home-made steady rest, some lathe dogs and what is the piece on the upper middle with the point?

Pic 3: A vintage Craftsman dogbone wrench in rough shape, a parts Craftsman grinder blade sharpener that will repair anoher one I have, SK 3/8 fine tooth ratchet, Williams 3/8 fine tooth ratchet, Easco 1/2 long handle RHFT, a Japanese made pocket telescope/microscope, some kind of long handle pistol grip forceps, bench grinder ool rest arms and one tool rest, Greenfield half full number drill bit set, never opened Texaco home lubricant, Lubriplate, 3 funky tools that I found out later are probably for a plumbing snake and nice little USA metal brush.

Pic 4: Craftsman Commercial block grinder that wont spin up properly and makes bad noise. Picked it up for parts since it has the cool grinder wheel shields with exhaust ports.

Pic 5: Kent Moore J-1287 Harmonic Balancer Puller for 1939-46 Passenger Cars and Trucks, stuck cable cutter, Snap On ST 747 B engine turning tool for Cummins diesel, K-D 245 flathead Ford V8 valve spring compressor, a 55 gallon drum top cutting tool and a 1979-1985 Mustang battery tray for my buddy.

Pic 6, two Proto wench pouches, a small house jack in nice shape and the dynamic jaw, main screw and vise nut for a Morgan Star 4" vise.

 

[bulletpruf]

Mike_Paxton -

HHC 561 ST is a partial unit designation. Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 561st Battalion. The missing part of the unit name would be the type of battalion (IN - infantry, EN - engineer, etc). If there are some reserve or national guard units nearby, it might be from one of them. Otherwise, if it's from a regular Army unit there could be quite a few 561st battalions. A Google search would be a good start.

Scott

 

[mike_paxton]

I remember when I was first in the Army the pay officers sat behind a table exactly like that and handed out your pay in basic. Thanks for the memory!

Top:

That's a good memory to have!!!

Mike

 

[mike_paxton]

So its likely a case for (i'm guessing) a side by side double, based on the width (depth) of the inlet for the reciever.

Outlaw:

Did just measure the gun case and dimensions were 31"L x 9-1/2"W x 3" D.

Wish I could have at least seen the Side by Side double 12ga which box contained, but given care on the making of the box, it must have been special.

Thks for all the info!

Mike

 

[mike_paxton]

Mike_Paxton -

HHC 561 ST is a partial unit designation. Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 561st Battalion. The missing part of the unit name would be the type of battalion (IN - infantry, EN - engineer, etc). If there are some reserve or national guard units nearby, it might be from one of them. Otherwise, if it's from a regular Army unit there could be quite a few 561st battalions. A Google search would be a good start.

Scott

Bulletpruf:

We do have an Ohio National Guard unit so looked it up and it is The 371st Sustainment Brigade out of Springfield and Newark, Ohio.

Re-looked at all the markings on table and looks like type of battalion (IN - infantry, EN - engineer, etc) isn't marked on the table.

For now, guess it will remain a mystery, but appreciate all the info you gave on it.

Mike