Wilton bullet restoration

[Billet1507]

Hey fellas, im brand new to this fourm and have found it to be hugely interesting and resourceful!

Just wanted to share my recent attempt at a resto and more importantly, get a good idea on the age of this awesome tool.


I was given to me by a family friend and was in decent shape but has no paint and has substantial corrosion on it..

I've ABSOLUTELY love this thing now and its the jewel of my garage..haha!

But if anyone could tell me how to tell the age of this piece please let me know...

Thanks in advance!

 

[Private Lugnutz]

But if anyone could tell me how to tell the age of this piece please let me know...!

Likely late 40's or early 50's. There should be a date code (month-year of production) on the bottom of the key on the sliding jaw. For further reading see the 'Wilton Dating' thread in the Index in the Sticky.

 

[samper]

If I could only find one to restore at a reasonable price ...

 

[CaptPat]

Looking good

 

[Mr. Wonderful]

very nice work. Just don't like it too much. Vises are more expensive than drugs!