Hmmm.... Innard winder sounds possible. That would explain the non-removability of the spool. It'd squeeze the umm.... unwanted material from...
This one is a bit smaller ....table top sized. Well made and sturdy. The spool doesn't (easily) remove. Also, that spool is canted slightly...
I've had dentist's foot-powers before and they were much lighter affairs, more like a treadle sewing machine drive, although more well-made and...
...... Which do you folks prefer, thumbnails, of full-sized pictures?
Brought this home today. Obviously, it's a foot-powered flywheel, driving a round or narrow flat belt. It's heavy, well over 100 pounds....
This is why the Good Lord invented the loader tractor......
Maker's marks are typically etched on the blades of these saws and are often faint or unreadable. What adds value to your saw is the length of...
Possibly Yerkes & Plumb, mid to late 19th century toolmakers.
Oh I wouldn't say exactly where either. I just especially like it when items go to an especially good home.
I think it did very well and hope you are well satisfied. Did it go to MA?
I believe we've pretty well determined the function. I do have a hardware store winding/unwinding reel complete with meter. What makes this...
"Plated" ....with black shoe polish?
Oops, I just noticed the size. Too big for a team bell. Shape is also correct for a marine bell.
Searched: 'Victorian Ceiling Hook' (completed, sold) and it seems that's what everyone calls them. Hang your lamp, plant, birdcage or whatever...
While I don't dispute that it is likely a modern bell, there is a similar antique type, depending on the size. In some places, a bell was used...
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[ATTACH] Since it's not an exact match, I'd say the Coveted Gold Star is still available. However I'd say the design/application is clear.
[ATTACH] I agree Ladybranch has nailed it. I recall a Loren Eisley book where he describes repairing the communications wire to his FS lookout...
Not sure but I think they are pretty much the same thing. Using a bale of hay as a background in the pics might have been too suggestive. :happy:
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