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has anyone researched the Record vise blue color shade ?

i like walworth because you know they were made between 1892 and 1911. many companies did not keep historical records and nearly impossible to date like athol, starrett, littlestown. they are well made, easy to take apart and very rare. i think these are one of the MOST collectable vise...

haven't seen many of these !!

i bought a blacksmith anvil on craigslist for $125. several in my area but range in price from $100-$1000. just have to be patient just like on ebay and find a good deal. i have 20 brands of vises and don't beat on any of them

have not seen on any parker other than mine but it looks original raised lettering

just picked up but never seen this model before. has "SH" on side - anyone know what this means ? also has number stamped under screw collar - anyone know what this number represents ?

Nice. i have a 954 in excellent condition which i never saw before.

here's a couple websites if anyone interested: tntrustremover.com theruststore.com

Interested in comments/experiences with rust removers: Evapo-Rust, TNT, and others. They are non-toxic, don't seem to bother original paint, but do remove decals. But must be used at temps over 65 degrees.

too many great old vises out there to buy chinese

Athol No. 72

will get some pictures but removing snow today

Are there some vises which are more valuable unrestored ? Found an old Athol #72 which I've never seen before and am questioning restoration or leave as is. Think it might be pre-1905.