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Cigar Maker's Tools
This cigar maker's cutting block was used by George White, with a possible hand-me-down from John Connors and Cornelius J. Lynch, prior owners of the cigar business.
Used by George E. White, who owned and operated a cigar manufacturing shop in the…
Used by George E. White, who owned and operated a cigar manufacturing shop in the…
Ice Cutting And Handling Tools - J. Leo Comeau
These were the property of J. Leo Comeau, who was the last of the icemen to make deliveries in town. He delivered ice right up to the day he was stricken in May 1965. He used the apron when carrying the ice.
In 1849 when the Marlboro Branch of…
In 1849 when the Marlboro Branch of…
Iron Wrench
An iron wrench with three raised articles on the reverse side. The numbers 1 & 2 seem to be clear. The third raised article in the center is difficult to read.
Vintage Machinists Leg Calipers - ca1900
The calipers shaped as female legs have the following markings: F. T.; J.C.; JJ
Cigar Maker Trimmer
A trimmer used to cut cigars from 3 to 6 inches. The trimmer was used by George E. White, who owned and operated a cigar manufacturing shop in the basement of the Masonic Block, Main St., from 1916 to 1922. His brands included "Middlesex" -10…
'Famous Wrench' from Digital
This is noted as the 'Famous Wrench for the Famous Panels from Digital'.
Home-Made Screwdriver
A home-made screwdriver made from a spindle used in wool spinning. Handle made of washers cut from old belt leather. Made by Wiliam Baron's father in the Assabet Mills.
Vintage Handcrank Ratchet Brace Drill
A ratchet brace drill is a hand-tool used to drill holes or nails into wood.
While a brace was an efficient tool when the crank could be swept in a full circle, it became much less useful if something obstructed a full sweep. The invention of a…
While a brace was an efficient tool when the crank could be swept in a full circle, it became much less useful if something obstructed a full sweep. The invention of a…
Vintage Meat Hook/Hay Bale Hook
A vintage steel hook designed to hold meat and/or to help in baling hay.
Vintage Drawknife
A drawknife is a traditional woodworking hand tool used to shape wood by removing shavings. It consists of a blade with a handle at each end.
They are ancient tools used by Viking Shipwrights in 100 A.D.
They are ancient tools used by Viking Shipwrights in 100 A.D.
Vintage Thomas Manufacturing Co. Combination Fencing/Multi-Tool
This multi-tool includes: hatchet, hammer, pliers, screw driver, pry bar, wrench, cutter, wire stretcher.
The Thomas Mfg. Co. started about the year 1900 and made a line of combination/multitools.
The Thomas Mfg. Co. started about the year 1900 and made a line of combination/multitools.
Vintage Cast Iron Butcher's Scale
An old iron scale used for measuring. This is an antique decorative butcher's steelyard. An English, cast iron weighing instrument, dating to the late 18th century, circa 1800., and includes the original 'Pear' weight.
Wood Marking Gauge Scribe & Mortice Gauge
Two wood marking gauges. A marking gauge is used in woodworking and metalworking to mark out lines for cutting or other operations. The purpose of the gauge is to scribe a line parallel to a reference edge or surface.
The third tool is…
The third tool is…
Half of a Block and Tackle
Half of a wooden block and tackle tool used for hoisting in barn settings and assorted construction situations.