Clamps Antique clamps come in a wide variety, including those used for sewing - called "birds" - that include a pincushion right on top of the clamp. Other types of collectable clamps include: Vise clamps Blacksmith bench clamps Jeweler clamps Picture framing vises. Rules Before the measuring tape, rulers were extremely important to carpenters and builders. Some to watch for include: Stanley's zig-zag rule that folds in 15 places Rulers that combined other tools such as compasses, levels or squares Cruising sticks with a brass tab at one end.
Hammers While the use of hammers hasn't changed much over the years, the material and shape of the hammers has. Some to keep an eye out for include: Hammers made of different materials like copper, lead, brass and wood Three-piece hammers that have a handle that comes apart for easier storage Hammers with moveable heads Hammers with different, unique heads that combined a separate tool on the other end.
Axes Edge tools like axes are one of the oldest known hand tools still in existence. There are numerous types of antique axes that may interest collectors; broad categories to look for axes in include: Single bit felling axes Double bit felling axes Broad axes Goosewing axes Cooper's axes Coachmaker's axes Mast axes. Chisels Antique chisels are available in three broad types: Woodworking Carpenters Lathe Look for chisels with wooden handles or with specialty, curved blades. Buying Antique Tools Ideally, you'll be able to find hand tools in person.
However, there are several reputble antique dealers where you may find just the thing you were looking for: Bob Kaune - An incredibly easy-to-navigate site that sells many types of antique tools including saws, chisels and planes. The site organizes most tools by their manufacturer, making it easy to pick out something specific. Falcon-Wood - Falcon Wood sells a variety of tools for woodworking and other trades.
They are also a helpful resource, stocking books and inviting patrons to email with questions. Martin J. Donnelly's Antique Tools - Tools have to be bought at an auction, but the site lists the times and dates of upcoming auctions. The Best Things - An online antiques and collectibles store.
Known for a broad collection, it's a good place for a novice to start. Tips for Shopping in Person If you're just beginning your tool collection, follow these tips to ensure you get what you're after: Bring a inch carpenter's square with you when you go antiquing to measure the prospective tool.
Getting the tool's measurement will help you identify if it is authentic or not, and may also help you identify the manufacturer if unknown. Keep a list of tools you are looking for and their identifying marks on you at all times. When you see a tool you think might be what you are looking for, check it against your list.
Consider getting a book that lists collectable tools by year and model number. Only purchase tools that you can verify as antiques by their number. Pro-Grade 55lb Cast Iron Anvil. All Auction Buy It Now. View: Gallery View. Brand Craftsman Winchester see all. Buying Format All Listings filter applied. Free shipping.
Vintage D. Vintage Stanley Bailey No. Type 24" x. Results Pagination - Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Limited Time Deals. Top Rated. And the resources can set the foundation of your understanding for successful trades. You can start with arborstBlairGlenn , Wood by Wright. Going shopping in person requires additional care to invest in the right choice.
And experts suggested the following points while shopping by yourself. The somewhat special context of antique tools comes with specialized websites. Bob Kaune : The site integrates a user-friendly layout for comfortable navigation.
It primarily sells different tool types in a wide price range. Good variation adorns the collectibles for purchase. And it offers helpful support for the interested customers. Martin J. Donnelly : One of the largest tool auction sites has to make the list. And the publication reveals the traded tools with details.
Anyone interested in an auction should check the website at the first hand. Notably broad collection prevails for purchase. And the simplistic presentation makes it a great place for apprentices. Also, there are many other websites available on antique tools of variable types. But limited collections may not suffice your requirements right away.
Extensive number of tools make it pretty difficult to understand the points at once. But sorting the available options on your preference can shorten the process. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. This is was part of the Mystery Antique of the Weekseries for March 23, An early manual nail gun, with two two patent dates on the piece, and The nails slid down the slot and are then held up to be hammered.
This is was part of the Mystery Antique of the Week series for April 27, An unusual looking antique pencil sharpener. Even looking at it, it's hard to figure out how it might work. And apparently that's the problem, it didn't work very well. To operate you put the pencil in the front and pushed down on the plunger repeatedly.
The pencil would rotate and a round blade inside would shave and sharpen the pencil. It was not only supposed to sharpen the pencil, it was also set up to sharpen the blade with a small stone inside. This antique was featured as a Mystery Antique of the Week on May 11, Corn sheller with a hand crank with stenciled wood stand. This antique was featured as a Mystery Antique of the Week on June 29, Wagon Wheel Spokeshave which is used to shape wooden round parts, e.
This antique was featured as a Mystery Antique of the Week in October This is an antique Door Lock Mortiser, used to make the opening in a door for a lock. The collector advises that these are hard-to-find and typically sought after by tool collectors. This antique was featured as a Mystery Antique of the Week in March This is an antique Stanley 66 Marking Gauge made of rosewood. Cricket Bootjack believed to be made by the Harbster Brothers in Reading Pa in the mid to late s.
This particular bootjack belonged to the Flack family in Chambersburg, Pa. Note, family records tell how it was repainted several times, so no, that is not the original finish.
This was part of the Mystery Antique of the Week series and was fittingly submitted by Debbie Hadley.
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