Recent content by F Parda

Look for vintage Proto tool catalogs late 1940's to at least 1960. Some of these old tool catalogs have been downloaded online, good hunting

You picked-up some good gems. Nice selection of pliers and great 16 inch screwdriver.

Kitchen cabinets from Habitat ReStore or big box store damaged returns is a great option; the cost savings is a major benefit. I have installed many kitchen cabinets in garages and basement workshops (both uppers and lower base cabinets). Talk to local remodeling contractors in your area and...

Nice example of well used carpenters framing square. Connecticut during the early 20 th century had hundreds of tool manufacturing company's; Your Winchester square my have been made by Stanley pre-WW II.

Attached photo of 4 inch slotted screwdriver marked Stanley 100 plus (1000 4inch).

Jay, Your custom marked screwdriver looks like a Stanley 100 plus handle. I have one that will dig out and post a picture. (later today)

Welcome John, Australia has a good tool manufacturing history. I have always admired Turner hand Planes to me the real bueaties are the ones with the red cellulose Acetate handles. Although Turner's manufacturing run only lasted from 1935 till 1970, when Stanley purchased them; they built...

Marv, Your Dad's machinist tool chest looks like it may have been made by Union of Gerstner.

Resent Winchester discovery:

The subject of Winchester hand tools and house hold items like meat grinders is very interesting. Living within a 12 mile radius of New Haven CT for over sixty years I just bought a 6 inch slip joint pair of pliers with wire side cutters for two dollars at an indoor second hand market. Over 50...

Yes I agree a garage is a special place where positive things can happen.

Klein screwdrivers feel good in your hands and using them gives me confidence in turning fasteners. I also like vintage Stanley and New Britain Tool screwdrivers.