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    Unusual Knife ID, Please

    Just wondering what the purpose of this knife was for. Ridgely made a lot of painter and wallpapering tools didn't they?
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    ? Sharpening (touch up) linemans pliers, dikes and similar.

    Anybody have any luck with these types of tools in regard to sharpening them up a bit. Not to take out nicks or with heavy damage. Diamond files the best? Are there small enough creatures to accomplish such a task? Suggestions on specific ones?
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    Military Bicycle Wrench ID

    Hey Fellas, Was hoping to ID this 5-1/2" bicycle wrench that is only labeled "<US> and Made In U.S.A. Info like the manufacturer; I suspect Mossberg. And whether it was of designated military issue? Also, which era? Thanks guys
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    Help ID STANLEY Ratchet Driver please.

    Morning fellas, I'd like to know the model # and possibly the time frame/era of this screwdriver. The handle is hollow and holds various hex drive bits.
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    HELP ID: Stanley Plane Parts err what?

    Morning fellas, Purchased at auction in box lot...wondering whether you guys have seen before and if you can help ID these for me.
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    Hand tool ID Please

    I have three items here. Both yellows are marked VULCAN; are Williams items, I know. The all metal is unmarked. I know not what either are for and would very much like to if you please.
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    Lathe or milling machine accessories question.

    Hello Fellas, I'm looking for info or anything helpful to identify the three pieces pictured. They were in a Kennedy machinists' box I purchased. Thanks
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    What's this used for?

    It's 7 " long x 13 oz. No markings whatsoever. I was looking for Bernards, Sargent or Schollhorn...nothing. I came across an old Bernards catalog, but it wasn't listed and so, here I am. Thank you fellas
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    You know what this is used for?

    Is it for measuring thickness? It's tapered and graduated in .005". The clip slides down the shaft. Thanks guys
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    Metal Machinist's chest ID please.

    Wondering whether any of you fellas know who made this one. There are no indicators except on the lock. It reads: "KY63" Think it was a Craftsman? Thanks guys
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    Fellas, what's this Thingamajig?

    Tire chains or something? A nibbler, staple puller?
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    This is insane!

    Guys, How the hell does something like this happen?!! Take a look at the worm screw on this 18" Williams adjustable. What the hell happened? Any thoughts on a remedy because we know what these cost to replace? Do we know how to get in touch with Williams, maybe for parts? Thanks Guys
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    Help with UTICA Pliers

    Hi fellas, Anybody have a clue what these are for? It looks like it reads "5392". Thanks guys
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    Help w/ old pliers ID

    Morning Fellas, Flea market find and I had to have them whether I knew their purpose or not! I rooted around the old tool catalogs for ideas, still I'm unsure. You think they're for glass, sheetmetal, canvas, cloth, fur or what? Notice the vague jaw serrations and that they're unbranded at 6"...
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    Name and briefly describe forging process please.

    ...for these type wrenches when they thicken the working ends. Thank you fellas.
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    Consensus on best tool box drawer glide lube.

    Specifically, the friction type guides. There are no ball bearings. What about paraffin? Or what's gonna' make me happy?
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    Dating a PROTO 12 Drwr. Top Box

    Hi Fellas, I'd like to be able to date this Proto Box I purchased at a tool auction. I've attached a few pics; two of which show the drawer handles. My thinking is they might be the best way of dating the box. The Snap On rep seems to think it's from the seventies but, was unsure. Anyway, I'd...
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    Curving pine boards via saw kerf method

    I need to extend the jambs of a complete semi-circular window. I'll be using 3/4" THK x 2" W clear pine. The internal radius I need to meet is 43-3/4" already taking into account the reveal. I'd very much like to have 3/8" of "meat" left in the extension jamb strips left standing. The...
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    What is a Goodell-Pratt No. 5?

    Hi fellas, Is this a marking knife er what? The backside of the blade does have a slight hollow grind and each edge with a single bevel. It's 5" overall w/ 1-1/2" diameter wooden handle. Thanks
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    Giantgrip 6" adjustable wrench Made in USA

    Hello fellas, Anybody familiar w/ this brand? I can't seem to find any info about this particular one. Maybe Red Devil/Smith Hemenway...? Appreciate any thoughts, comments and suggestions.
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