2022 Garage Sale Thread

[3baygarage]

Some of those tiny knives were souvenirs. I have one that says Niagara Falls on it. One of these days I’ll round up the couple I have to see if they look like the same maker.

 

[Outlawmws]

Yup, I have one that has "Lake Tahoe" on the sheath adn the knife was made by Colonial. and the blade is marked "Hunter Cub" - Bowie style, but maybe 4" total length.

 

[3baygarage]

Made a stop at the Habitat as well Beemer. First thing I saw was an Audi lug wrench. I thought OK, that’s different, but I continued on.

The tool section looked all picked over. Worse than it’s been in while. Until....

I saw a little blue box. It literally was the last thing on the tool shelf. Marked $2.99. Hmmm. I opened it up,and probably gasped out loud.



A quick thumb through was all it took!

Williams, Vlchek, P&C, Craftsman, Hinsdale, Duro, and other.


Strange, a bunch of Vlchek dupes, one with a messed up end.


I glanced at the electrical supplies and did a double take.
Pan of locks?

No way. A second “US” stamped lock by American Lock in the same week? I took the bin up with the wrenches and lug wrench and asked the woman the price. I’m afraid to say what price she gave because Jeff Moss might shed a tear!

The US marked lock on the left, with the one from this past weekend on the right. Too cool.

 

[Old Radar]

Big day for tool sales, but not so big for tool purchases... Went on a circuitous route to four estate sales in New Braunfels today.
First place had a lot of tools, mostly Craftsman in a CM stack that I pawed through but didn't find anything I couldn't live without. In a small box full of dried grease and some dies I spotted the 13/16 Indestro 1/2 drive socket with star marks that was on my list for my No. 1522 set.
Skipped the second place because it wasn't open yet.
The third sale proved to be the most interesting and included the Stanley Sweetheart No. 190 Rabbet Plane (missing depth stop), Lufkin 100' non-metalic tape, 1 oz. oil can (Japan), and about 25 oz. left of a Simple Green spray bottle.
Went back to the second sale but despaired of the 30 minute line to get in so I went to the last sale on my list, a 15 minute drive to Canyon Lake that turned out to be a "downsizing" sale featuring nothing I was interested in.
Vacillated but finally decided to go back to the second sale but only came away with the Mothers Clay Bar set--practically unused.
Total outlay, $11 plus $15 for gas.

 

[Bockscar]

I was using "app" generically or even mistakenly. I, too, just use the desktop website on my phone browser. Same set up. Samsung Android and Chrome. Maybe it's my phone or my connectivity. I haven't had any problem until a few weeks ago. Now it hangs up on everything for 30 seconds to a minute. Alerts. Page change. Insert quotes. Post reply. Doesn't matter. Takes forever.

Try turning your phone off then back on and also see if clearing the cache in your browser app....or since you have a Samsung try their internet browser

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Thanks @Bockscar, I will.

We're supposed to get 5-7 inches of snow tonight, wiping out the weekend, so I was hoping to find something today. It was slim pickins (Lugz 2022_8), which is not unusual for winter flea season. No idea on the windmill tool. Not marked. It doesn't look antique, maybe vintage, I'm just a sucker for multi-tools. Taking guesses on the other thing. I know what it is, but only because it's marked on the other side, to be honest. Just thought I'd let guys have some fun.

 

[gearhead1960]

Thanks @Bockscar, I will.

We're supposed to get 5-7 inches of snow tonight, wiping out the weekend, so I was hoping to find something today. It was slim pickins (Lugz 2022_8), which is not unusual for winter flea season. No idea on the windmill tool. Not marked. It doesn't look antique, maybe vintage, I'm just a sucker for multi-tools. Taking guesses on the other thing. I know what it is, but only because it's marked on the other side, to be honest. Just thought I'd let guys have some fun.

Multi tool looks like a tire balancing tool. Hammer side to pound on the weights and the plier side to remove them or crimp the clip on the lead weight. Use one of these more times than I can remember.....

 

[Private Lugnutz]

It kinda sorta does, I agree. But there really isn't a cutter/clipper, and I'm not used to them being adjustable or the jaws opposed to the hammer looking more like water pump plier jaws. Also, did you see the hand vise jaws at the top? But I could be wrong.

 

[gearhead1960]

It kinda sorta does, I agree. But there really isn't a cutter/clipper, and I'm not used to them being adjustable or the jaws opposed to the hammer looking more like water pump plier jaws. Also, did you see the hand vise jaws at the top? But I could be wrong.

I think you're more correct than me. The plier end usually has pointed ends to grab the weights....

 

[cmccuist1]

Yard sale season is a little slow getting started here in TX. Nevertheless, a couple of nice scores. Some random tools including a Proto 3/8 drive ratchet and KD little pliers. The whole lot for $2. And this Dewalt brushless blower for $8! Pretty happy about that one as I have some 20v Dewalt batteries.

 

[Old Radar]

Taking guesses on the other thing. I know what it is, but only because it's marked on the other side, to be honest. Just thought I'd let guys have some fun.

It's probably a door stop but if it has lead shot at each end it would make a great sap/blackjack to bludgeon your way to the front of the flea market crowd.

 

[cmccuist1]

Well done 3bay! The suckage was strong in that haul.

 

[glenmore]

Looks like a weight for a drafting table to hold down curly paper.

 

[mikeinri]

Double-ended shoehorn?

I have some **** guesses, but I'm sure it's none of those...

Mike

 

[Private Lugnutz]

if it has lead shot at each end it would make a great sap/blackjack...

That's what drew me to it from afar and what I thought it might've been when I picked it up, except for the second weight (instead of a handle) and the color (usually brown). I would love to find an affordable genuine slapjack. When I see them and they are marked with a police dept name or "M.P.", they are $100+. I keep hoping to find one the seller doesn't know what it is.

Looks like a weight for a drafting table to hold down curly paper.

"Close enough for horseshoes and hand grenades," as my old man used to say!

Apparently, it's for holding a book open. I know. Isn't that what hands are for? But I guess it's for when you're eating or perhaps working on something, the book is open as a reference, and your hands are full of tools and parts. That's what I intend to use it for anyway. It says, "Levenger / Tools for Serious Readers" on it.

 

[mikeinri]

Well, that's definitely a better use than my guesses (posted above or otherwise)!

That would most definitely be handy in the garage, working from a Haynes book or service manual!

Mike

 

[Old Radar]

You could still use it at the flea...

 

[RTM]

Apparently, it's for holding a book open. I know. Isn't that what hands are for? But I guess it's for when you're eating or perhaps working on something, the book is open as a reference, and your hands are full of tools and parts. That's what I intend to use it for anyway. It says, "Levenger / Tools for Serious Readers" on it.

I saw that, and knew it immediately. From somewhere, an image is in my head, of some old guy, with a magnifier on his head, trying to tie a fly, based on an image in a book, and it is held open with a double ended leather weight like that.

I actually have a leather circle weight, bought from HJE a few years back, that is great for holding down wrapping paper during the holiday season. I spent a few years in a drafting room, and never had / saw one, we used any stupid thing we had that was heavy. This would have been SOOOO much easier.

 

[ForrestT]

Thanks @Bockscar, I will.

We're supposed to get 5-7 inches of snow tonight, wiping out the weekend, so I was hoping to find something today. It was slim pickins (Lugz 2022_8), which is not unusual for winter flea season. No idea on the windmill tool. Not marked. It doesn't look antique, maybe vintage, I'm just a sucker for multi-tools. Taking guesses on the other thing. I know what it is, but only because it's marked on the other side, to be honest. Just thought I'd let guys have some fun.

It’s a book mark. Weights down the left and right pages.

 

[Outlawmws]

The book weight can also be used for cook books. same reasoning; hands full of flour...

The Pliers - Lugs look close to the joint? I think I see s crud cutter there? the ones for tire weights are pretty crude.

3Bay -- OMG! you double ****! all them wrenches AND the keys have locks! - Uh, well you know...

 

[Private Lugnutz]

The Pliers - Lugs look close to the joint? I think I see s crud cutter there? the ones for tire weights are pretty crude.

Maybe. Why the hand vise jaws and the pipe/burner type jaws though? I'm not overly concerned with ID'ing it, but if you want to take a closer look, check out the "Gimmicks" thread on the VB.

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Do any of you sawdust makers recognize this square by its features? No markings other than graduations (8ths). Wood is very dark. Perhaps ebony. Similarly, not overly concerned with ID'ing it, just mildly curious. I'm assuming it's run of the mill unless I hear otherwise.

 

[jeffmoss26]

3bay, awesome haul!

 

[seber]

Do any of you sawdust makers recognize this square by its features? No markings other than graduations (8ths). Wood is very dark. Perhaps ebony. Similarly, not overly concerned with ID'ing it, just mildly curious. I'm assuming it's run of the mill unless I hear otherwise.

Traditional would be rosewood. Ebony tends to ship too easily. Sorry though, I have no clue otherwise.

 

[wrenchguy]

Looks Mahogany to me. Not marked = kinda common inho.

 

[freudianfloyd]

Thanks @Bockscar, I will.

We're supposed to get 5-7 inches of snow tonight, wiping out the weekend, so I was hoping to find something today. It was slim pickins (Lugz 2022_8), which is not unusual for winter flea season. No idea on the windmill tool. Not marked. It doesn't look antique, maybe vintage, I'm just a sucker for multi-tools. Taking guesses on the other thing. I know what it is, but only because it's marked on the other side, to be honest. Just thought I'd let guys have some fun.

Lugz, the pliers are Plammer saddle fence repair pliers I believe.

 

[Tim in Indiana]

Anybody recognize what this steel grid platform thingy is part of?

The cast iron grid platform looks like a lapping plate. Its used for creating very flat surfaces on cast iron or most often granite inspection surface plates. You charge it with lapping compound which is either silicon carbide abrasive or diamond depending on the plate you're lapping. You then work the plate in a pattern over the other plate to remove high spots. We're talking deviations in the millionths of an inch.

 

[3baygarage]

Yard sale season is a little slow getting started here in TX. Nevertheless, a couple of nice scores. Some random tools including a Proto 3/8 drive ratchet and KD little pliers. The whole lot for $2. And this Dewalt brushless blower for $8! Pretty happy about that one as I have some 20v Dewalt batteries.

Hey that‘s a Mexican Proto! Pre Urrea. Good find.

 

[Arne73]

Do any of you sawdust makers recognize this square by its features? No markings other than graduations (8ths). Wood is very dark. Perhaps ebony. Similarly, not overly concerned with ID'ing it, just mildly curious. I'm assuming it's run of the mill unless I hear otherwise.

Lugz are you looking for info on the manufacturer?
I'm fairly certain its Stanley. I have a 6" model with the same brass features. I'd post a picture but its out in the barn and 5°F...

 

[txlonghorn1989]

Do any of you sawdust makers recognize this square by its features? No markings other than graduations (8ths). Wood is very dark. Perhaps ebony. Similarly, not overly concerned with ID'ing it, just mildly curious. I'm assuming it's run of the mill unless I hear otherwise.

I've got an unmarked one just like that. Doubt it's ebony. Like someone above said probably rosewood. I can't recall if mine is marked with 1/8" graduations. Someone also said they thought it was Stanley but I'm wondering how often Stanley didn't mark their products. Maybe it was OEM'd by Stanley.

 

[bmwrd0]

It is a book weight, Lugz. If you look in my book thread, you will see mine.

Anyway, hit a bunch of sales yesterday, only two had anything interesting. The first sale was listed as having tons of tools, and it did. Only they were rusted-out junk. But, I did manage to find a couple things of interest:

Snap-on multibit driver set, Blackhawk 7/16 drive deep, NHRA pin, Bridgeport pressure gauge, APEX short bit driver, and an Elora ratchet.

After hitting a bunch of sad sales on my way home from that, I hit one with some interesting stuff:

A small Swingline stapler, screw starter, Snap-on 5/8" combo, Plomb 6" adjustable, pocket knives, and a Challenger socket.

All told, I spend $12 between the two stops.

 

[3jakes]

Anyway, hit a bunch of sales yesterday, only two had anything interesting. The first sale was listed as having tons of tools, and it did. Only they were rusted-out junk. But, I did manage to find a couple things of interest:

Snap-on multibit driver set, Blackhawk 7/16 drive deep, NHRA pin, Bridgeport pressure gauge, APEX short bit driver, and an Elora ratchet.

You **** on the Snap-on reversible driver set.
They easily flip for $100. plus.
Nothing going on here in the deep freeze for now except feeding the wood stove.

 

[Arne73]

Lugz-
Here's the one I have. Stanley #20. When acquired the handle was slathered in bright blue paint.

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Strange, a bunch of Vlchek dupes

They are very likely military surplus. Here are a few Vlcheks. All the same ALLOY STEEL 731-A wrench.

...the pliers are Plammer saddle fence repair pliers I believe.

Thanks, ff. I can kinda sorta see that.

I'm fairly certain its Stanley. I have a 6" model with the same brass features.

Here's the one I have. Stanley #20.

Thanks, Arne! Those are precisely the features I was hoping would help ID it. In reply to your first reply I was going to say "I'll take your word for it! It's not that cold here, but we did get about 6" of snow last night and I am staying put, too. Stay warm." But I see you went outside and retrieved it, which I appreciate! The only thing that has gone outside here today is the dog!

Doubt it's ebony. Like someone above said probably rosewood.

I'm having deja vu all over again. We just went through this with the mortise gauge I found last year. Like that piece, this one seems black to me, not merely dark, without a trace of any reddish hue in it. I scrubbed the heck out of it with a little spirits. If it's stained, I'd be shocked. Moreover, it has a few deep gouges and they seem just as indelibly black inside. But, like that gauge, I am no expert, and would quickly defer. I gave the gauge to LesserSon at Jake's last year and he seemed to agree it was ebony. I'll have to give him this square when I make a trip to Jake's this spring and he can bring a monocle, which would accentuate his Vise-Helmet (picturing a mad German Wehrmacht scientist), and make an assessment!

Someone also said they thought it was Stanley but I'm wondering how often Stanley didn't mark their products. Maybe it was OEM'd by Stanley.

I'm thinking that's what Arne73 meant.

 

[Old Radar]

Do any of you sawdust makers recognize this square by its features? No markings other than graduations (8ths). Wood is very dark. Perhaps ebony. Similarly, not overly concerned with ID'ing it, just mildly curious. I'm assuming it's run of the mill unless I hear otherwise.

Lugz-
Here's the one I have. Stanley #20. When acquired the handle was slathered in bright blue paint.

I'm not going to dispute anyone's conclusions but will point out a possible ointment-covered fly. The three-point brass plate on Lugz's example has an elongated leg but Arne's is more equilateral looking. Is it because Stanley used elongated plates on larger squares or because it was made by another manufacturer?

 

[3baygarage]

Lugz- sounds about right on the Vlchek.

Asian import on the multi tool. It’s missing the hand grips. Used to see them at the flea or sales, neat in how it functions. Here’s one for comparison.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1251011734...4&toolid=10001&customid=kz0338g0gk0025g300004

 

[Private Lugnutz]

It’s a book mark. Weights down the left and right pages.

It is a book weight, Lugz.

Even though you guys chimed in after the big reveal, I'm figuring you answered before reading up to that part, so kudos are in order.

Asian import on the multi tool. It’s missing the hand grips. Used to see them at the flea or sales,

Thanks.

...neat in how it functions.

It is. I explored that a little further on the Gimmicks thread

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Since I'm all snowed in and all talked out on my recent finds, here are some recent LEFT-BEHINDs...

I was sorely, sorely tempted by the adjustable crescent type wrench kit (6", 8" and 12"), see Pic 1, with the clip and the wrenches all marked "West Germany", but not for $20. I offered the guy $10 thinking he'd counter at $15 and I could get them for $12, but no dice. I know he was thinking 'users', and I'm thinking 'neat collectible', but not worth $20 to me as imports.

Same thing happened with the sharpening stone. I'm a sucker for anything with an FSN, but it's a postwar FSN and dated 1962. I explain that to the guy, who also wants $20. He didn't even know what it was. I go through the nomenclature format with him and tell him I'm a wartime guy and I'd pay $20 for the box if it was empty if it had a wartime FSN, would he take $10 (which, again, was more than I really wanted to pay)? Nope. He was set up next to a guy I know by name and when I was looking through his stuff he idled over and said he would've taken $10 for that all day any day.

But that's the game. You win some, you lose some, but if I paid $20 for every single thing I saw that was mildly interesting, with no restraint, I'd be broke.

 

[3baygarage]

That’s neat. I haven‘t seen the set of adjustables in a clip, if they came that way. Have to agree too much for those. Not everyone considers condition.

 

[Private Lugnutz]

I haven‘t seen the set of adjustables in a clip, if they came that way.

Me neither, hence my interest! I'm pretty sure they were original to each other. The fit was perfect and the "West Germany" marking was the same on the clip and the wrenches. While there are certainly DOE wrench sets out there with clips, and some of them are made in West Germany, usually 5 or so wrenches. Now that we're talking about them I have regret. HAHA.