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Item: Description: Estimate: Photograph:
1. A SMALL FRUITWOOD SMOOTHING PLANE ornamented with a marquetry star inlay and having an ebony wear plate in the throat. A pretty plane. 50 - 100
2. An early CAM LOCK VISE marked with the designation "Pat. Appl. For". An early and graphic hand tool. 50 - 100
3. A PROMOTIONAL ADVERTISING SAMPLE FILE by Heller & Brothers, Newark, New Jersey. This interesting promotional item showcases four grades of file. It is in nearly new condition in its original celluloid sleeve. From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 20 - 40
4. A PATENTED WOODEN SCREW CLAMP by W.P. Tarbell, Milford, New Hampshire, patented July 17, 1883. This small size clamp is in top collector quality condition. It is not marked with the maker name, but the form is unmistakable. 20 - 40
5. TWO EXTRA CLEAN BOXWOOD RULES, both by the Chapin-Stephens Company. Included in this lot are a No. 13 3/4 6" caliper rule and a No. 42 ship bevel. Both are in nearly new condition. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 80 - 160
6. An example of "THE ABC" PATENT PROTRACTOR as patented and produced by the Crookston Tool Company, Crookston, Minnesota, patented February 16. 1909. This well preserved example of this scarce tool is in excellent collector quality condition and includes the original instruction manual. 100 - 200
7. An EXTRA CLEAN EDGE TOOLS GENTLEMAN'S BOX LOT including a 4" cutting edge Buck Brothers draw knife; a spokeshave by Flather; a boxwood marking gauge; and a cherry spoke shave. From the David Pierson Collection 60 - 120
8. An EARLY PATENT DEPTH GAUGE by W.H. King, Athol, Massachusetts, patented June 7, 1881. This patented device was intended to be screwed on an auger bit to regulate the depth of cut. It is in excellent condition and clearly marked with the patent date and maker name. 30 - 60
9. A most interesting and very well preserved ENAMELED METAL ADVERTISING RULE by the Hartford Fire Insurance Company, Hartford, Connecticut. This one hundred and thirty year old rule retains most of its original bright color. The most recent date shown on the rule is 1877. 60 - 120
10. A HANDLED BURL WOOD SMOOTHING PLANE dated "1885" and fitted with a cutting iron by Sheffield maker W. Butcher. A previous owner has artfully patched the throat with a piece of Lignum vitae. From the E.E. (John) Clark Collection. 60 - 120
11. A TRANSPLANTING HOE TROWEL, No. 217 A, by W. Johnson, Hedenburg Works, New Jersey. This uncommon early gardening tool retains nearly all of its original finishes and is in unused condition. It is clearly marked with the maker name and product number. 35 - 75
12. An unusual SPECIAL PURPOSE TOOL having a "D" type wooden handle that houses a lever mechanism. Most unusual, and a genuine "whatsit". 50 - 100
13. A BRONZE BULLNOSE PLANE by Wm. Marples & Sons, Hibernia Works, Sheffield, England. Approximately 3/8" of the original cutting iron remains on this extra clean plane that has an applied steel sole and rosewood wedge. 80 - 160
14. An uncommon SMALL SIZE ARCHIMEDIAN PUSH SCREWDRIVER by A.H. Reid, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, patented December 12, 1882. We see perhaps one example of this size of the Reid Patent for each full size version. This one is in nearly new condition. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 30 - 60
15. A most unusual variation of WUNDES' PATENT ENGRAVING TOOL as produced by Ezra Bowman & Company, Lancaster, Pennsylvania in accordance with the specifications of the Wundes Patent of March 12, 1889. There are no marks on this tool which has a fancy handle fashioned from bone or ivory. From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 75 - 150
16. An example of BENTLEY'S PATENT CHAMPAGNE TAP as produced by the Theodore Ricksecker Company, New York, New York in accordance with the specifications of the Bentley Patent of October 17, 1876. This example is in new condition in its original pasteboard box. 100 - 200
17. A CAST IRON JOINTER PLANE, No. 8, by STANLEY. This exceptionally clean ca. 1930's trademark example retains fully 99% of the it's original black japan finish and is in excellent working order. 60 - 120
18. TWO EXTRA CLEAN FOLDING RULES, both by the Upson Nut Company, Unionville, Connecticut. Examples of the No. 32 1/2 one-foot caliper rule and the No. 84 half-bound two-foot, four-fold rule are included in this lot. Both are in nearly new condition. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 100 - 200
19. An EARLY BRASS AND IRON SMOOTHING IRON. This device was designed to be filled with coals and may have been used in the bookbinding process. From the Floyd Ridley Collection. 60 - 120
20. THREE GRAPHIC METAL WORKING HAMMERS, all retaining their original handles. All are hand forged and in top collector quality condition. From the David Pierson Collection. 60 - 120
21. TWO EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING PLANES including a Millers Falls No. 85 rabbet & filletster plane and a Stanley No. 5 C jack plane. Both are in unused condition. Mint. 50 - 100
22. A SOLID ROSEWOOD CURVED ROUND MOLDING PLANE. This nicely chamfered special purpose plane was likely used by a coach maker. It shows virtually no evidence of use. 100 - 200
23. THREE OUT-OF-PRINT TOOL BOOKS, all by Eric Sloane. Included in this lot are examples of "A Reverence for Wood"; "Diary of an Early American Boy; and "A Museum of Early American Tools". All are in top condition and retain their original dust jackets. 60 - 120
24. An example of "THE GEM" BUTTON REMOVAL TOOL by E. L. & E. Reeves, Cleveland, Ohio. The body of this most unusual tool is marked with the designation "Pat. Appl'd for". 50 - 100
25. A PORCELAIN SPILL HOLDER of English manufacture, made in Brighton, England. Designed to fit on a fireplace mantel, this vessel would hold curled shavings for transferring fire from the hearth to a lamp or pipe. It is imprinted with the Latin inscription "In Deo Fidemus", literally translated as "In God We Trust". 125 - 250
26. A CAST IRON PUDDING MOLD, No. 863, by the Griswold Manufacturing Company, Erie, Pennsylvania. This rabbit pattern mold is in top collector quality condition and absent any chips, cracks or other apologies. 60 - 120
27. TWO EXTRA CLEAN FOLDING RULES, both by the Lufkin Rule Company, Saginaw, Michigan. Included in this lot are a No. 42 double blade shipwright's bevel and a No. 1085 brass blacksmith's rule. Both look to never have been used. 100 - 200
28. An EXTRA EARLY 14" BACKING SAW by Henry Disston, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This nicely patinated saw is marked with the "& Sons" Disston mark. 60 - 120
29. An early BRASS AND STEEL SIGHTING INSTRUMENT, reportedly used for some military gunnery application. The body of the tool houses a graduated insert that performs some calculation function. 100 - 200
30. A LOT OF ANTIQUE TOOL CATALOGUES including examples from the Seneca Falls manufacturing Company; Henry Disston & Sons; the Lufkin Rule Company; and a Fiftieth Anniversary auction catalogue from the Early American Industries Association meeting in Rochester, New York. 35 - 75
31. A PRESENTATION YARD RULE presented to "Clara N. Austin" from "Unknown". "Just a basic, Nineteenth Century hickory yardstick", or so it was, until someone, "Unknown", as he billed himself, used it as a means to demonstrate the measure of his devotion to one "Clara N. Austin". We can assume, from the presence of the heart shapes on the inlaid brass plate that this "present" was meant to symbolize more than we will ever know. That this rule was found in the State of Maine, not far from the City of Skowhegan is all that we know for certain. But who were these people? How and when did they live. What became of Clara Austin and her admirer? We will probably never know, but the images that arise from our speculation about these people and this tool that celebrates the intersection of their lives on this earth know no limits save those that can be supplied from seeking out the individuals through historical records and the limits of time that the style of this rule will provide. People, tools, time, and emotions. These are themes that constantly interact in the great drama of history and imagery that is found in every rule, every wrench every plane and every unanswered question that are the fascinating world of antique tool collecting. For those who see only an object here, move on; for those who find, in this simple rule, something wonderful beyond measure, welcome home. A great rule. 80 - 160
32. THREE BRASS AND IRON INFILL PLANES including rabbet and shoulder planes and a rosewood filled shave. 80 - 160
33. Both volumes of ROGER SMITH'S CLASSIC BOOKS, Patented and Transitional Planes in America, complete with the original dust jackets and in brand new condition. The first volume has been out of print for some time and the second is likely to follow it soon. Essential references for the collector's library. 125 - 250
34. A ROSEWOOD MORTISE MARKING GAUGE by M.M. Brainard, Green River, New York. These gauges are easily distinguishable by the distinctive manner of fastening the rivets that hold the brass facing in place. A series of concentric circles surround each rivet. This gauge has been boldly struck with the Brainard name and working location. 60 - 120
35. A copy of noted historian William H. Guthman's book "DRUMS A'BEATING TRUMPETS SOUNDING". This copiously illustrated work is subtitled "Artistically Carved Powder Horns in the Provincial Manner 1745-1781". It has been universally acclaimed as the definitive work on this subject. Nearly every known American powder horn from this period is photographed and described in detail in this black & white illustrated work of 232 pages. Long out of print, this copy is in nearly new condition. 100 - 200
36. TWO EARLY BRASS STEAM GAUGES including one from "Webster Modulation". Both are marked with Nineteenth Century patent dates and are in excellent collector quality condition. From the William Phillips Collection. 60 - 120
37. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 14, by Stephens & Company, Riverton, Connecticut. This arch joint, unbound rule is fitted with a Gunter slide to facilitate mathematical computations. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 125 - 250
38. An unusual ROSEWOOD HANDLE "WHIMBLE" BRACE by the Millers Falls Company, Millers Falls, Massachusetts. Much of the original handle remains on this uncommon version of the "double crank" brace that has a narrow hand grip handle in place of the more common brace-type head. From the William Phillips Collection. 80 - 160
39. A "JUVENILE" TOOL CHEST complete with all original tools and retaining nearly the full paper label. 200 - 400
40. An early THREE-SECTION WANTAGE RULE by Gaskell & Chambers, London, England. This screw-together boxwood and brass rule appears never to have been used. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 125 - 250
41. An early YARD MEASURE RULE by R. B. Haselton, Contoocook, New Hampshire. This brass tipped rule has been boldly struck with Haselton's distinctive "Eagle" imprint. There is a "hang" hole on one end, but the rule is otherwise in nearly new condition. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 50 - 100
42. A CORDAGE CALCULATION RULE by Kerby & Brother, New York, New York. The face is marked with advertising for the Plymouth Cordage Company of Plymouth, Massachusetts. A showy oversize special purpose rule in top collector quality condition, noting some very minor stains. 175 - 350
43. A MASSIVE THREE-FOOT LENGTH JOINTER PLANE. This narrow body, extra long plane has a faceted wedge that is narrower than the throat opening, but appears to be original to the tool. 75 - 150
44. TWO UNUSUAL FOLDING RULES including a Chinese three-foot metric rule and an unfinished arch joint rule that was never marked with graduations at the factory. 50 - 100
45. TWO UNUSUAL LOG MARKING HAMMERS. One imprints the letter "C" and is fitted with a hatchet head on the other end. The other also marks the letter "C" and has a picaroon on the other side. From the Mike Slasinski Collection. 125 - 250
46. An early WOODEN WHEEL HUB fashioned from oak. This item offers all manner of decorator possibilities or perhaps the beginning of a wagon building project. 50 - 100
47. An early FENCE MORTISE AXE having an applied steel edge and retaining its early wooden handle. 50 - 100
48. A LOT OF CARRIERS AND WOODEN WARE including a leather tool tote, a garden basket, ladle, bowls, etc. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
49. An early CAST IRON SAD IRON STAND and an early patent iron marked with its patent date of December 5, 1848. The patent for the iron was issued to Mary Ann Cook of Boston, Massachusetts. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
50. A COMMEMORATIVE MASON' LEVEL, No. 42-320, by Stanley Tools. Produced by Stanley to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Early American Industries Association in 1983, this level is fitted with a medallion in the form of the 50th Anniversary logo. A rare commemorative Stanley tool in new condition in its original box. 100 - 200
51. An early BONE OR IVORY HANDLE SCREWDRIVER of distinctive form. There are some checks in the ivory, but the tool is otherwise in excellent condition. From the David Pierson Collection. 80 - 160
52. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD ARCH JOINT, UNBOUND FOLDING RULE by Belcher Brothers Makers, New York, New York. This extra early example has the steel tips used on the very first boxwood rules and is ornamented with the "starburst" decorations used in the first years of Belcher Brothers manufacturing. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 200 - 400
53. An EIGHTEENTH CENTURY PATTERN FOUR-FOLD FOLDING RULE having a bitted center joint and early style steel tips. This extra thick boxwood rule has a most appealing dark golden patina. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 150 - 300
54. An unusual SKEW IRON COMPASS PLANE. We are unaware of the original intended function of this decidedly different plane. From the David Pierson Collection. 60 - 120
55. A COLLECTION OF FOUR RACE KNIVES including some hand forged examples and a manufactured type having a solid brass handle. All are in clean and sound condition. From the Mike Slasinski Collection. 60 - 120
56. A FANCY BRASS TURNING LATHE mounted on a sewing machine base. The lathe is configured to turn two flywheels simultaneously--one on the lathe and the other on a polishing wheel. 500 - 1000
57. An ONE-FOOT, FOUR FOLD FOLDING IVORY RULE, No. 99 3/4, by the Chapin-Stephens Company. This caliper type rule is in top condition in its original leather case, noting some minor yellowing to the ivory. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 300 - 600
58. TWO UNCOMMON METAL CALIPER RULES including a Johnson No. 46 fashioned from German Silver; and a brass slide caliper rule imprinted with advertising from the Textile Development Company of Boston, Massachusetts. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 75 - 150
59. TWO EARLY CALIPER FOLDING RULES including a Stearns No. 13 six-inch, two-fold; and a Chapin No. 70 six-inch, two-fold. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 100 - 200
60. An elaborately DROP FORGED PAPERWEIGHT featuring a dramatic spread wing eagle design. Produced for promotional purposes by Newark, New Jersey wrench maker Kraeuter & Company. 125 - 250
61. FOUR HAND FORGED SAW SETS. All are of the "wrest" type. Four different forms are included in this grouping. From the Mike Slasinski Collection. 60 - 120
62. THREE SMALL PLUMB BOBS including a Record No. 00 and two others that are not marked with a maker name. 80 - 160
63. A MASSIVE OGEE WITH BEVEL MOLDING PLANE boldly struck with the owner imprint "A. Garrod". The original "pull stick", to allow this oversize plane to be pulled by an apprentice while guided by the carpenter remains in place. 100 - 200
64. A THREE-FOOT, FOUR-FOLD PRESENTATION FOLDING YARD MEASURE RULE, No. 84 1/2, by E.M. Chapin, Pine Meadow, Connecticut. This arch joint, fully bound rule is inscribed to "Mrs. J.F. Deforest" and dated 1878. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 250 - 500
65. TWO UNUSED TWO-FOOT FOLDING RULES including a Chapin-Stephens No. 61 and an H. Chapin No. 14. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 100 - 200
66. An EXTRA CLEAN 15" TRANSITIONAL PLANE, No. 26, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 95% of the original finishes remain on this exceptionally clean example. These planes were almost certainly produced for Winchester by the Stanley Rule & Level Company. 125 - 250
67. A WEDGE ARM COACH MAKER'S PLOW PLANE. This early plow has the date "1796" incised into the body of the plane. 100 - 200
68. A SOLID ROSEWOOD TOOTHING PLANE fitted with a cutting iron by the Ohio Tool Company. It is in crisp, clean and usable condition, noting a chip from one side of its scroll type wedge. 100 - 200
69. An EIGHTEENTH CENTURY FRAMED PORTRAIT of a man. This well done miniature portrait is painted on IVORY and mounted in a wooden frame. There is an inscription on the back, but it is not legible. 200 - 400
70. A NINETEENTH CENTURY ADVERTISING RULE by S.G. Otis, Springfield, Massachusetts. This ca. 1880's rule is imprinted with advertising from businesses. It has survived more than one hundred twenty-five years in nearly new condition. 60 - 120
71. A 4" length COMPASS SOLE SMOOTHING PLANE by Marley, New York, New York. This cochmaker's plane has a nicely faceted wedge and is in excellent condition, noting some scoring marks to the sole. From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 80 - 160
72. TWO SALESMAN'S SAMPLE SIZE TOOLS including a hand forged bill hook and a double handle hay knife. From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 60 - 120
73. A pair of SOLID BOXWOOD SIDE RABBET MOLDING PLANES. These artfully crafted planes have wide chamfers on the edges and they have a rich patina from years of age and careful use. 150 - 300
74. TWO EARLY BRASS BODY "FLEAMS". These devices were used for bloodletting on both humans and animals. One has a distinct Eighteenth Century appearance. From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 150 - 300
75. An IVORY BUTTON CALIPER RULE by Belcher Brothers & Company, New York, New York. This extra clean example dates from the 1850's. It has bright white ivory accented by a German silver caliper and tips. There are two minor longitudinal checks but the rule is otherwise perfect. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 400 - 800
76. A COACHMAKER'S CURVED HALVING PLANE having dual steel wear plates. This most unusual type plane is marked with the name of one-time owner "R.G. Paterson". From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 100 - 200
77. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 15, by the Upson Nut Company, Unionville, Connecticut. This Gunter slide carpenter's calculating rule is in nearly new condition. The Upson Nut Company succeeded the Standard Rule Company and ceased operations as a result of a devastating fire. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 150 - 300
78. A PAIR OF EARLY MARKING GAUGES. These distinctive gauges are known to have been produced by Hermon Chapin at the Union Factory. They are easily recognizable by their circular brass wear plates on the face of the tools. These examples of boxwood and rosewood are not marked with the Chapin name, but unmistakable in form. Both are in top collector quality condition. 90 - 180
79. Two early FORGED IRON BRACES including one "cagehead" type and another having a turned wooden head. From the Floyd Ridley Collection. 125 - 250
80. An extremely rare "EVERLASTING" TYPE CHISEL by T.H. Witherby, Winsted, Connecticut. This chisel, the first of its type that we have seen, has a solid steel shaft running from the body of the chisel to the cap in the manner of the Stanley "Everlast" series. This was reportedly acquired from the home of a former Witherby employee and it may have been an experimental prototype that was never introduced to the market. 100 - 200
81. An early LEATHER WORKER BENCH vise by Leander Lackey, Sutton, Massachusetts. A lever activated cam lock mechanism is used to fix the jaws in place on this early manufactured tool, which is marked with the maker name and the date "1841". Lackey is listed in the Directory of American Toolmakers as producing carpenters tools ca. 1843. 80 - 160
82. A MINIATURE SMOOTHING PLANE by Lumsden & Son, Dundee, Scotland. This example is marked with the imprint of one-time owner "W.B. Morgan". Lumsden at one time emigrated to Canada and then returned to Scotland, where he continued his planemaking career. Incidentally, a descendent of the Lumsden planemaking family has given up the planemaking trade and now works as a tool sorter in an upscale antique tool auction business. 75 - 150
83. A PAIR OF COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES by Gleave, Oldham Street, Manchester, England. These nicely boxed fluting planes are in excellent working order and could be put directly to work. 100 - 200
84. A DOUBLE REED AND FOLLOW MOLDING PLANE by Dunham & Mc Master, Auburn, New York. The heel of this plane from the first of New York State's contract prison planemakers is marked with the designation "3/16" on the heel. 100 - 200
85. A most interesting and unusual FIGURAL BARRISTER'S HAMMER fashioned from German silver. This graphic example features a hand holding a spike, with the pointed end of the spike serving to break wax seals and the head to apply them. 300 - 600
86. A LEVER ACTIVATED CRAFTSMAN MADE SASH TRIMMER. This early woodworking tool is in excellent working order and it has a most appealing dark golden patina. 75 - 150
87. A MINIATURE BACK SAW having an elaborately shaped rosewood handle. This very well made saw looks to date from the mid-Nineteenth Century. 150 - 300
88. A SMITH PATENT STOVE LIFTER & CARRIER as patented and produced by Lester Smith, Troy, Ohio in accordance with the specifications of the February 17, 1880 United States Patent. This device, which was featured in a recent issue of The Chronicle, was designed to facilitate the movement of cast iron stoves by allowing two men to cradle the stove in this device and carry it stretcher-style to where it was needed. Nearly all of the original finishes remain on this superb example. Museum quality. 200 - 400
89. THREE EARLY TYPE DRAW KNIVES including one double rounding type; a firkin maker's type with extended handle; and a small hollowing type. From the David Pierson Collection. 80 - 160
90. A WEDGE ARM BEECH PLOW PLANE by T.J. McMaster, Auburn, New York. This extra clean plane has been boldly struck with the elaborate eagle logo used on the earliest of McMaster's planes. This mark is arguably the most detailed used by any American planemaker. 125 - 250
91. A COMBINATION BEADING PLANE, No. 50, by STANLEY. This extra clean example is complete and in excellent working order in a craftsman-made fitted box. 125 - 250
92. FIVE PATENTED GADGETS, most fashioned from cast iron. Included in this lot are a can opener, meat tenderizer, corner clamp, tongs, etc. From the David Pierson Collection. 60 - 120
93. An UNUSUAL PATENTED AXE marked with the patent date of September 10, 1904. This patent was issued to James Eaton of Collinsville, Connecticut and it is almost a certainty that the axe was produced by Collins & Company, for which the town was named, but the only mark on the tool is the patent date. 100 - 200
94. A rare BLIND NAILING CHISEL GAUGE, No. 96, by STANLEY. The side of this early and uncommon Stanley offering is marked with ca. 1910 Stanley trademark. These tools were designed to accommodate a narrow chisel, which could then be used to lift a sliver of wood. A nail could then be set in the groove and the wood sliver glued back invisibly into place. These tools appear not to have been particularly popular. Examples are quite scarce. 90 - 180
95. THREE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MAKERS' PULL PLANES, all having fruitwood handles and marked with the owner imprint of one J. Lindemann. 150 - 300
96. An early 12" blade DRAW KNIFE by A.B. Dikeman. This ca. 1840's era draw knife has a distinctive oversize mark and is in excellent collector quality condition. 60 - 120
97. A most interesting and unusual example of FOREST'S PATENT MUSCLE ROLLER as patented and produced by William E. Forest, New York, New York. This artfully turned device is fashioned from exotic wood and marked with the patent date of April 12, 1892. It is in top collector quality condition. From the David Pierson Collection. 60 - 120
98. A rare 4" blade width CARVER'S DRAW KNIFE by Charles Buck. This very little used example has ebonized handles and is in nearly new condition. 100 - 200
99. An extremely rare and nearly perfect example of the CROSBY RAPID TRANSIT WRENCH, patented June 16, 1885. This wrench, which is shown in the Schulz book as No. 385, is the only example of this rare quick-adjust wrench that we have ever seen or offered for sale. By turning the fixed, hexagonal screw beneath the lower jaw, the jaw is released to move freely up and down the shaft until it is locked back in place again by another turn of the screw. A classic Nineteenth Century American collectible wrench in top collector quality condition. 1000 - 2000
100. An early CONTINENTAL PATTERN HAMMER of Eighteenth Century origin bearing the mark of one H: Iohns. It has elaborate turnings on the handle and circular metal work on the head. From the David Pierson Collection. 750 - 1500
101. SEVEN ANTIQUE AND FURNITURE BOOKS including a copy of Cabinet Makers of America; two volumes by Wallace Nutting; and books on Dutch antiques and Pennsylvania crafts. All have long been out of print and remain useful references to this day. 80 - 160
102. A most interesting and unusual advertising rule, very likely produced by STANLEY for the Robbins Lumber Company of Boston, Massachusetts. This appears to be specially modified version of the Stanley No. 79 rule. It is in unused condition. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 150 - 300
103. A "TYPE 13" JOINTER PLANE, No. 7 C, by STANLEY. This pristine example retains its full original decal and some 99% of its original finishes. The cutting iron is marked with the ca. 1920's era "Sweetheart" trademark. Absolutely perfect. 80 - 160
104. THREE EARLY LIGHTING ITEMS including two candle holders and a pierced tin lantern. From the David Pierson Collection. 125 - 250
105. A PATENT COMBINATION PLANE, No. 55, by STANLEY. This exceptionally crisp example is complete with all original parts including four boxes of cutting irons, the original screwdriver and instruction manual. It appears never to have been used. 350 - 750
106. An ALUMINUM SMOOTHING PLANE, No. A4, by STANLEY. This extra clean example retains nearly its full, original Stanley decal. The cutting iron is marked with the distinctive "Sweetheart" trademark. 100 - 200
107. A STEEP PITCH ROUND MOLDING PLANE by Thomas Napier. Napier worked from ca. 1774 to 1797. This plane has wide, flat chamfers and is marked with the imprint designated as "B" in American Wooden Planes, 4th Edition. The mark rates two stars for rarity. 150 - 300
108. A SEVEN INCH SMOOTHING PLANE, STANLEY No. 2, marked with Stanley's ca. 1915 "Type 11" trademark. This example is in clean and sound condition, retaining approximately 90% of its original black japan finish. 125 - 250
109. TWO EARLY AND UNUSUAL COACHMAKER'S TOOLS including grooving and beading types. The beading plane is equipped with a single cap and iron that is interchangeable from side to side, depending upon the orientation of the work. One of the tools is marked with the owner imprint of one "J.R. Graves". 80 - 160
110. A "BLACK RAVEN" SINGLE BIT AXE by the Kelly Axe & Tool Works, Charleston, West Virginia. This deep embossed axe shows very little evidence of use and is in top collector quality condition. One of the best examples of this desirable axe that we have offered. From the John Hawk Collection. 90 - 180
111. An early HAND FORGED LOG CALIPER having a heart form indicator cutout on the top to indicate the diameter of the log being measured. From the Mike Slasinski Collection. 200 - 400
112. FOUR EARLY COPPER AND BRASS ITEMS including a copper tea kettle; brass bucket; fireplace trivet; and a brass skimmer. All are in excellent collector quality condition. From the David Pierson Collection. 125 - 250
113. An exceptionally well preserved CAST IRON BUGGY WHIP HOLDER. This example is complete with its original hanging chain and could be quickly positioned for use or display if the purchaser so chooses. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
114. A HAND FORGED IRON CRESSET that retains its original pole. Lighting devices such as this were used in early political parades. This example is hand forged and very likely dates from the first half of the Nineteenth Century. From the David Pierson Collection. 150 - 300
115. An 1883 DEALER CATALOGUE by Peck Brothers & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This "Plumbing Edition" illustrates all manner of sinks, fittings and tools. Several full color plates are included in this copiously illustrated work. A step back in time. 125 - 250
116. An IVORY and brass BUTTON GAUGE CALIPER by J. Buck, Holdborn Viaduct, London, England. In accordance with the standard for these tools, the graduations are in 40ths of an inch. This uniformly light yellow rule is boldly marked with the maker name and location. A nice example. 150 - 300
117. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 9, by Stephens & Company, Riverton, Connecticut. This square joint, unbound rule is fitted with an extension slide to facilitate its use for inside measurement. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 200 - 400
118. A rare GENTLEMAN'S BOXWOOD HANDLE "TAKEDOWN" HAMMER by Timmons & Sons. This exceptionally well made tool is in nearly new condition in its original leather pouch. Just the thing for the inside pocket of your morning coat. 500 - 1000
119. An early YELLOW BIRCH MATCHSTICK PLANE. This distinctively different plane has a series of circular holes in the cutting iron for cutting round match sticks. The first such plane that we have seen or offered for sale. From the David Pierson Collection. 200 - 400
120. An early "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 4 1/2, by STANLEY. This plane pre-dates the use of the "600" series designations on the Bedrock series. Approximately 85% of the original black japan finish remains. From the David Pierson Collection. 150 - 300
121. An EARLY AND ORNATE COOPER'S HAND FORGED COMPASS. This artfully executed compass has a most appealing patina. From the David Pierson Collection. 350 - 750
122. A CAST IRON FIREPLACE TRIVET having a sunrise and heart pattern. This non-maker marked fireplace cooking device looks to date from before 1850. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
123. An ENGINEER'S FOLDING RULE, No. 2, by E.A. Stearns & Company. This early specialty rule is graduated with Routledge tables and is fully brass bound. An extremely well preserved example from an early and important rulemaker. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 250 - 500
124. A classic MILL BILL AND THRIFT by J.T. Noye & Son, Buffalo, New York. These tools were used for cleaning the grooves in mill stones. A most unusual maker marked example. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
125. A most interesting and unusual PATENTED BOLT HOLDER by Spriggs & Troyer, Little River, Kansas, patented July 7, 1891. This solid bronze device was, according to the patent specifications, designed for use by wheelwrights. 350 - 750
126. A CURRIER'S FLESHING KNIFE by Jacob Zebley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. According to the Directory of American Toolmakers, Zebley worked from ca. 1870 to 1871 only. A most unusual maker-imprinted tool of the tanning trade. 80 - 160
127. A pair of early PATENT PIPE TONGS, patented February 6, 1877. These special purpose tongs were used for lifting embers from a fire for lighting a pipe. 60 - 120
128. A COLLECTION OF FIVE NINETEENTH CENTURY SURFACE GAUGES including many pointer types. All are in clean and sound condition. 150 - 300
129. A rare LOG MARKING AX that imprints an elongated "S" pattern on the end of a log. From the Mike Slasinski Collection. 80 - 160
130. An offering of DILLON HAMMER NAIL CLIPS by Dillon, Chillicothe, Illinois. These special purpose hammer accessories were designed to attach to the side of a claw hammer to facilitate the holding and starting of a nail. Included in this lot are a full display card of these devices and ten others that were presumably to refill the card as the tools "sold like hotcakes". All are in top collector quality condition. 80 - 160
131. A ONE-MAN OR TWO-MAN CROSSCUT SAW, No. 2, by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This extra clean saw retains its full original factory etching, which shows the maker name, product number and proclaims the virtues of the "Lance Perforated" blade. Very few of these large saws have survived in this condition. 90 - 180
132. A JOHN ROEBLING ADVERTISING CORDAGE RULE by Kerby & Brothers Makers, New York, New York. Roebling, et. al. distinguished themselves as the builders of the then-Eighth Wonder of the World, the Brooklyn Bridge. 125 - 250
133. A rare "SHEAR STEEL" COOPER'S ADZE by William Ash & Company, Sheffield, England. "Shear Steel" was the predecessor of "Cast Steel". Examples bearing this mark are perhaps one in ten thousand compared to "Cast Steel" tools. Incidentally, the secret process of producing cast steel was originally discovered by Samuel Huntsman and put into production at his Attercliffe Works on the outskirts of Sheffield, England. The secret process was reportedly obtained by an early practitioner of industrial espionage who masqueraded as a shivering beggar on a cold night. When set into a corner to warm up and sleep out the night, the spy, who was reportedly Samuel Walker, a competitor of Huntsman, carefully observed the process and then put it to use. Walker soon opened his own Cast Steel producing factory and was producing steel the equivalent of that of Huntsman. 100 - 200
134. An EARLY PATENT SCISSOR SHARPENER as patented and produced by Thomas K. Knapp under the specifications of Knapp's September 5, 1865 U.S. Patent. This collectible curiosity is fashioned from walnut, brass and steel and is marked with the patentee name and patent date. 50 - 100
135. A HAND FORGED IRON MULTIPLE HOOK KITCHEN UTENSIL HANGER. This nicely forged hanger has dual hooks to hold pots, pans, ladles and whatever. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
136. An example of MCCORMICK'S PATENT "SUGAR DEVIL", patented May 23, 1876. This double arm pattern device was used for removing dried fruit and the like from storage barrels. 100 - 200
137. A PATENT ADJUSTABLE DIE STOCK by E.P. Gleason, Providence, Rhode Island, patented June 19, 1860. This artfully made device has knurled iron handles and a series of cutters that can be adjusted to accommodate a variety of thread sizes. 80 - 160
138. A ROSEWOOD INFILL TRY SQUARE by Darling and Swartz, Bangor, Maine, patented October 6, 1857. This company invented the "engine dividing" process for precisely graduating machinists rules at almost exactly the same time that the same discovery was made by J.R. Brown of Providence, Rhode Island. The two companies eventually merged. A nice example of the work of a pioneering precision tool maker that is clearly marked with the early patent date. 75 - 150
139. A 12 1/2" blade OFFSET HANDLE BROAD AXE by the Powell Tool Company, Cleveland, Ohio. This extra clean axe retains its original handle and is in excellent working order. 120 - 240
140. A PATENT DOUBLE CLAW HAMMER by the Double Claw Hammer Company, patented November 4, 1902. This example is clearly marked with the patent date on the head. The handle is a later replacement. A scarce hammer and a great conversation starter. From the E.E. (John) Clark Collection. 150 - 300
141. A CLASSIC "BILECTION" MOLDING PLANE by W.W. Williams, New York, New York. This plane is boldly marked with the name of this New York City maker, who seems to have specialized in complex molding planes. 100 - 200
142. An early SKEW BLADE SPILL PLANE fashioned from maple. These planes were used for making curled shavings for transferring a flame from an open hearth to a lamp or pipe. Included are several wooden spills formed with the plane. From the Floyd Ridley Collection. 50 - 100
143. An early IVORY BUTTON GAUGE CALIPER RULE by Sampson, Aston, Maker. This classic rule is graduated in fortieths of an inch, the standard scale for measuring buttons. The ivory has aged to a uniform light yellow and the brass has a most appealing dark golden patina. 125 - 250
144. An EARLY YELLOW BIRCH CASING MOLDING PLANE by S.E. Jones. Jones worked in Lansingburgh, New York. This imprint rate four stars for rarity. 100 - 200
145. A rare and early "TYPE II" COMBINATION PLANE, No. 45, by STANLEY. This japan finished plane has the early "Ivy" decoration and is in excellent overall condition. 200 - 400
146. TWO EARLY BOXWOOD FOLDING RULES, both by Stephens & Company, Riverton, Connecticut. Examples of the No. 49 arch joint, fully bound two-foot, four-fold and No. 95 six-inch caliper rule are included in this lot. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 60 - 120
147. A rare WOOD PATTERN FOR LOG MARKING HAMMER. This wood and lead pattern served as a pattern for casting heads to mark this distinctive combination of the letters "D", "L" and "O". This one of a kind pattern was acquired together with several others from a company that produced castings for log marking hammers. From the Mike Slasinski Collection. 150 - 300
148. A "HURTY HAND MADE" EMBOSSED AX by Hurty. This most unusual type axe has an extra crisp logo. This is the first example of this uncommon axe that we have encountered. From the John Hawk Collection. 125 - 250
149. An extra clean CARRIAGE MAKER'S BENCH RABBET PLANE, No. 10, by STANLEY. This superb example has a cutting iron that looks never to have been used and some 99% of the black japan finish remains. 150 - 300
150. A most unusual ADJUSTABLE FENCE FILLETSTER PLANE by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This dramatic Carpenter plane has a solid boxwood depth stop. It has been branded on the side with the name of a previous owner, one "I. Herr". 500 - 1000
151. TWO MARINE RELATED HAND TOOLS including a rosewood seam rubber and a bone handle try square. From the Alvin Sellens Collection. 40 - 80
152. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE by S.A. Jones & Company, Hartford Connecticut. This early steel tip example has a square joint and Gunter slide. It is excellent collector quality condition and clearly marked with the maker name and location. 200 - 400
153. A PAIR OF SHOWY COACHMAKER'S PLANES by Routledge, 64 Bull St., Birmingham, England. Both have dovetailed boxwood soles. One has a flat sole and the other a convex compass sole. 125 - 250
154. A patented CLOVER AND GRASS SEED SOWER by John H. Davis, Ypsilanti, Michigan, patented August 3, 1880. Much of the original paint remains on this classic Nineteenth Century agricultural tool. 100 - 200
155. An EIGHTEENTH CENTURY PATTERN FOOT MEASURE RULE having cast brass fittings and very nicely patinated. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 100 - 200
156. A ONE-FOOT, FOUR-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 0, fashioned from boxwood and brass. The rule is graduated in tenths of an inch and may have been produced as an advertising giveaway by STANLEY. From the Roger K. Smith Collection. 200 - 400
157. A LATER "BEDROCK" JACK PLANE, No. 605, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is imprinted with the ca. 1930's era "Notched Rectangle" trademark on this clean example, which retains approximately 95% of its original black japan finish. 100 - 200
158. A QUIRK OGEE WITH BEVEL MOLDING PLANE by B. Sheneman & Brother, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This most unusual double iron plane has been boldly struck with the Sheneman imprint. 150 - 300
159. A DECORATED SMALL "GOOSEWING" PATTERN AXE. This uncommon half-size axe has an offset handle and an applied steel edge. 150 - 300
160. A very early and well preserved PATENT ADJUSTABLE AUGER BIT by L.H. Gibbs, New York, New York. This innovative adjustable size auger bit employs a pin mechanism to adjust the width of the cutting spurs. It was produced under a patent granted to Gibbs on June 27, 1855. One of the best examples of this early auger that we have offered for sale. Nice. 100 - 200
161. A DECORATED CONESTOGA WAGON JACK. This classic Southeastern Pennsylvania tool is marked with the date "1818" and it is in clean and sound condition. In addition to the date, the shaft is marked with all manner of decorative forging. From the David Pierson Collection. 125 - 250
162. An extremely rare ORIGINAL CATALOGUE OF LEONARD BAILE'S "VICTOR" PLANES by Leonard Bailey & Company, Hartford, Connecticut. This catalogue, which is dated "1881", illustrates the full line of Victor planes. It is in top collector quality condition. 500 - 1000
163. A classic SHIPWRIGHTS SLICK by L.H. Watts, New York, New York. This uncommon 2 1/2" width slick has been boldly marked with Watts' distinctive script imprint. 150 - 300
164. A CIVIL WAR ERA SURGEON'S SAW having a checkered handle of "African Blackwood". A very well made early medical tool in excellent overall condition. 80 - 160
165. An EARLY FLAT CLAW HAMMER having a turned WHALEBONE handle. There are some stains at neck, but the tool is otherwise in ecxellent condition and very nicely patinated. 200 - 400
166. A most interesting and unusual EARLY PATENT BUTTER MOLD by Oliver Allen, San Francisco, California, patented February 14, 1865. This device has a pair of cast bronze arms attached to Lignum vitae semicircular forms for molding the butter. From the David Pierson Collection. The basic idea was to form butter into a cylindrical block which could then be cut to size for marketing. The patent addresses the manner of forming the butter, rather than the shape, and allows that a wide variety of molds could be used for forming into whatever shape was desired. This is the earliest patented butter shaping device we have ever offered for sale, and, being moved by the occasion, pause here to reflect on the significance of it all. From the David Pierson Collection. 80 - 160
167. A MASSIVE FRENCH BOWL ADZE by Chevillon a Auxerre. The non-cutting end is fitted with a stubby hammer type poll on this well made, well marked, well preserved and thoroughly usable tool. 175 - 350
168. An early YELLOW BIRCH QUARTER ROUND MOLDING PLANE by Jo. Fuller, Providence, Rhode Island. An integral fence allows this plane to be used with extra steep "spring" in performing its intended function. 125 - 250
169. An early IRON AND BRASS PLUMB BOB having a fancy turned cap and in clean and sound condition. From the David Pierson Collection. 100 - 200
170. A QUIRK OVOLO AND STEPPED SQUARE MOLDING PLANE by J. Gibson, Albany, New York. The heel of this most unusual profile plane is marked with the designation "Inch". 80 - 160
171. An early HAND FORGED "CAGEHEAD" BRACE of oversize form and very nicely patinated. 200 - 400
172. A "BEDROCK" "JUNIOR JACK" PLANE, No. 605 1/4, by STANLEY. This extra rare "Bedrock" plane is in excellent condition and retains 98% of its original black Japan finish. The cutting iron is imprinted with the "Sweetheart" trademark. 350 - 750
173. An example of SYKES' HYDROMETER by Jas. Brown, St. Vincent Street, Glasgow, Scotland, complete with its original book of tables in its original wooden case. The Sykes Hrdrometer was used in the distilling industry to determine the alcohol level of a given product. Examples are relatively common. However, this superb example, which is imprinted with the name of a Scottish maker, also includes the book of original tables used in conjunction with the instrument. A rare and complete example of the Sykes Hydrometer. 150 - 300
174. A PATENT HEXAGONAL DRAFTING RULE, patented December 1, 1885. The patented feature of this India rubber drafting rule is the six scales that radiate from its center. A rule having one to three scales was the standard for this type of work, so three more must have sounded like a good idea. The only example of which we are aware. Rare. 100 - 200
175. A rare ROSEWOOD HANDLE "COES NO. 1" WRENCH by L. Coes & Company, Worcester, Massachusetts, patented March 23, 1869. In the early days, Coes offered this, the smallest of their new-style wrenches with a handle of either beech or rosewood. The rosewood handled version was apparently excessive, even for mid-Nineteenth Century tastes. A rare wrench in a most desirable size. 175 - 350
176. An ONE-FOOT, FOUR-FOLD FOLDING RULE of IVORY and German Silver by STANLEY. This rule, which was originally found in the vicinity of New Britain, Connecticut, has German silver pins set in the face of the rule. It is not marked with the Stanley name, but has the distinctive "pentagonal pin" characteristic of Stanley rules. 125 - 250
177. A HANDLED SASH SCRIBE MOLDING PLANE by James Panton, Aberdeen, Scotland. Handled sash scribe molding planes seem to have been a Scottish specialty. This one is in top condition and could be put back to use, if necessary. A decidedly different special purpose woodworking plane. 150 - 300
178. A CAST IRON BUTT MARKING GAUGE, No. 9777, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, patented February 28, 1911. This uncommon Winchester tool is complete and in excellent collector quality condition. 100 - 200
179. A BEECHWOOD MITRE PLANE having an adjustable boxwood throat by C. Nurse, 32 Mill St., London, England. Wooden mitre planes of any sort are rare indeed. Finding a maker-marked example, especially one imprinted with the name of prominent and respected London maker, C. Nurse and Company, is cause for celebration. Nicely fitted with an adjustable boxwood throat and clearly marked with the Nurse imprint and "Invicta" trademark, this one is ready to put to use or proudly display. 100 - 200
180. A pair of SIDE RABBET PLANES, No. 98 and No. 99, by STANLEY. They are clean and complete and in ready to use condition. 125 - 250
181. A SOLID ROSEWOOD FRET SAW having brass ferrules. This "Sorrento" type saw is in nearly new condition. 250 - 500
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