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    Wood plane ID ???

    Hello All, Trying to identify the maker and/or model of this plane. It is in rough shape and may be missing some parts. I can see no obvious identifiers but haven't cleaned it up much aside from brushing the surface crud off with an old paint brush. Any help appreciated. Thanks
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    SK socket marking ???

    Got this SK socket at an estate sale recently. It's a 9/16 deep (semi deep?), 12 point, 3/8 drive marked S•K 42418 USA N+ 9/16. What does the N+ stand for? I called SK customer service and they did not know either, (emailed them the pictures and spoke with someone that has been there for 12...
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    Patina preservation ???

    Has anyone used this product? If so, what were your results? Would you use again? I stumbled across it on another site. Interested in using it or something similar on vintages tool boxes and such. TIA https://sweetpatina.com/
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    Ratchet ID help

    Hello All, Anyone recognize this ratchet? Picked it up at an estate sale awhile ago and just now cleaning it up. I guess it would be described as pressed steel construction but it has machine screws holding the two halves together. 5/8" square drive. No markings that I can find. Thanks for your...
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    Preserving metal labels under paint?

    Hello All, Recently acquired a pedestal grinder stand that has a been repainted a few times, covering over the original label/tag. Any suggestions how best to remove the top layer(s) of black paint without removing whatever paint/finish might be on the original label/tag. The label is a metal...
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    Snap On F730A 3/8 ratchet rebuild question?

    Wondering if there is a rebuild kit for my Snap On F730A 3/8" ratchet that has a higher tooth count than the original, which I believe is somewhere between 30-36. Snap On lists the original rebuild kit as RKRAF730 which is available but will any other kits work and have a higher count? Thanks...
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    Bench grinder - AMP vs HP

    Hello All & Happy Thanksgiving, Quick question for the brain trust, all things being equal, (wheel size, rpms, atmospheric pressure, COO, etc) which is more important or would be the more desirable rating for a bench grinder motor? Something rated at 1/2 hp & 3.5 amps or 1/3 hp & 4.7 amps. Are...
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    Craftsman rachet ID ?

    Looking for some help identifying this Craftsman marked ratchet I picked up awhile back at an estate sale. I can't find any obvious marks or model number. A search on AA leads me to 'C series' that looks similar but not exactly. The drive plug that was in it is marked 'NB' (inside a circle) ...
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    Wrench identification?

    Anyone recognize this logo? It is on a 30mm-24mm doe wrench. Looks like a W / B with a triangle in between the 2 letters. It is stamped 'Germany' as well. My attempts with Google have been unsuccessful. Closest find was Whitman & Barnes but doesn't really match and figure it would be marked...
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    Craftsman drawer removal, ball bearing, non lever type

    Craftsman drawer removal?? ball bearing, non lever type Looking for some help removing 2 drawers from a Craftsman (ball bearing slide, grip latch) tool chest. Some drawers are the lever style which easily come out by pressing up on 1 side and down on the other side. But there are 2 drawers...
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    Paint recommendation for tool box

    C-Man box restore, paint question? Redoing a Craftsman top box that was a bit neglected by the previous owner. I have sanded down the rust and used Rustoleum Rust Reformer as a base coat on those areas. I will scuff the remaining good areas and use a foam roller/brush to apply a top coat to the...
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    Snap On sliding tray, Westline DBE, Barcalo DOE

    Snap On sliding tray, Westline DBE, Barcalo DOE For Sale: Snap On sliding tray for drawer. Very good condition, came from KR351. Drops onto regular drawer to provide a second level of storage. 21-1/4" long X 6"wide X 1" deep. $50 plus actual shipping cost...
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    MAC combo wrench finish ?

    Found this lone MAC combo wrench at a recent estate sale. Good condition with a bit of rust but it also appears to have gray paint on the entire surface. Would this be from the factory or owner applied? Would it have been part of a government contract or industrial kit? Just curious before it...
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