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Nashua Fall International Catalogue Antique Tool Auction

Auctions: September 18 and September 19, 2009

Quality Dealer Sale: Friday, September 18, 2009 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm (During Preview)

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Auction Listing for September 18 and September 19, 2009
Item: Description: Estimate: Photograph:
1. A SET OF SIX CABINET MAKERS' SCREWDRIVERS, all by Crown Tools, Sheffield, England. All have lacquered beech handles and are in unused condition. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 60 - 120
2. Auctioneers Note: The following tools have been consigned by the grandson of Frank Chapin, the son of E.M. Chapin, the son of Hermon Chapin of Pine Meadow, Connecticut. The tools were found in Mr. Frank Chapin's dresser at the time of his death and have been in storage for many years. Some are Chapin products, others were obtained at trade shows and others have a family connection.TWO EXTRA CLEAN FOLDING RULES, both by the Chapin-Stephens Company, Pine Meadow, Connecticut. Included in this lot are a No. 36 six-inch two-fold rule in unused condition and an uncommon "Flexifold" zig-zag type rule. 30 - 60
3. TWO UNUSED SPIRIT LEVELS including a tubular glass level having nickel-plated acorn finials by the Baker-McMillen Company, Akron, Ohio and a Stanley No. 46 pocket and square level. Both are in brand new, unused condition. 80 - 160
4. A TWO-FOOT, FOUR-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 32, by H. Chapin, U. S. Standard. This double arch joint rule is in brand new, unused condition. It is marked on the joint with grease pencil with the price for a dozen rules and may have been used as a trade show display. 100 - 200
5. A THREE-FOOT, FOUR-FOLD FOLDING YARD MEASURE RULE, No. 84 1/2, by E.M. Chapin, Pine Meadow, Connecticut. The rule is inscribed "Miss Ellie M. Lines, July 12, 1889". Ellie Lines was the then fiance of Frank Chapin and the rule was likely a gift for some now fogotten occassion. It is in brand new condition. 200 - 400
6. An extraordinary INLAID MINIATURE EBONY SMOOTHING PLANE having nine German silver Masonic symbols inlaid in the plane. According to family records, the tool was reportedly produced at the Chapin Factory in Pine Meadow, Connecticut for H. Wales Lines of Meriden, Connecticut. Lines was then Mayor of Meriden, Connecticut, a director of the Chapin-Stephens Company, the President of the H. Wales LInes Company and the father of Ellie M. Lines, the wife of Frank Chapin. Historical records indicate that H. Wales Lines rose to the rank of 33rd Degree Mason and this would certainly have been an appropriate gift for such an occasion. 250 - 500
7. A COMPLETE COLLECTION OF THE QUARTERLY JOURNALS OF THE SOCIETY by The Thimble Society, London, England. These journals cover the period 1987 through 2009 and include many color photos, prices and historical information about the obscure science of thimble collecting. A week or two spent absorbing the voluminous information contained herein will qualify the purchaser to talk thimbles at the highest levels of such conversation. 100 - 200
8. An early HAMMER TYPE SAW SET bearing the imprint of one H.P. Spitler. This distinctive hammer type saw set is mounted on an oak block and appears to have been professionally made. 40 - 80
9. A FANCY BRASS AND ROSEWOOD LEVEL having a fully brass plated top and in nearly new condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 50 - 100
10. A LOT OF ASSORTED CHISELS including examples by Stanley, Sorby and Hirsch Wirkzeuge. All are in unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 80 - 160
11. A rare ENGLISH-METRIC "YARD" RULE, No. 7122 M-E, by the Lufkin Rule Company, Saginaw, Michigan. This unused rule is marked with the designation "N.Y. & Pennsylvania Approved". 25 - 50
12. A PAIR OF "LADYLEG" CALIPERS of having an interesting long-legged style. Appearance is ca. 1900. 50 - 100
13. A "CABINET TURNSCREW" SCREWDRIVER by Wm. Marples & Sons, Sheffield, England. This laminated beech handle screwdriver is in new condition in its original box. 50 - 100
14. A COLLECTION OF FOUR CENTERING GAUGES used for determining the center of a circle. Both wood and metal types of various forms are included in this lot. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 60 - 120
15. An EIGHTEENTH CENTURY CARPENTER'S NAME STAMP that imprints the initials "A.S." separated by a "starburst" device. 50 - 100
16. A GENERAL LINE CATALOG, No. 34, by STANLEY. This 144 page 1905 edition is distinguished by its yellow colored pages. It is in excellent collector quality condition. 100 - 200
17. An early GUNSTOCK MAKER'S MOLDING PLANE by Kennedy, Hartford, Connecticut. This most unusual maker marked example is in clean and sound condition and clearly marked with the name of this prominent early Connecticut planemaker. 80 - 160
18. An UNUSED BEECH BODY STAIR SAW by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Fully 99% of the original lacquer finish remains on this exceptionally clean example that looks never to have left the hardware store. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection 50 - 100
19. A rare "HENRY'S PATENT" TOOL HANDLE by J. Britton & Son, Stoughton, Massachusetts, patented March 3, 1874. This uncommon tool handle is in nearly new condition. 50 - 100
20. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 1167, by John Rabone & Sons, Birmingham, England. This most unusual rule has the large printed letters of a "blind man's" rule with the added feature of Braille inserts in the wood. The first example of this rule that we have seen or offered for sale. Rare. 100 - 200
21. A SET OF THREE SOCKET FIRMER CHISELS, all by P. Merrill & Company (Hinsdale, New Hampshire). Examples in 1 3/8", 1 5/8" and 2" widths, all in excellent condition, are included in this set. All have very nicely turned handles. 60 - 120
22. A PAIR OF HOLLOW AND ROUND MOLDING PLANES, both No. 1, by Gabriel, London, England. These uncommon small size planes are in top collector quality condition. 75 - 150
23. THREE INTERESTING SMALL TOOLS including a scraper marked Grover/Nashua; a locksmith's screwdriver; and an unusual double bade cutting device that cuts on the pull stroke. 60 - 120
24. FOUR CAST BRASS SHAVES including an unusual double end hollow and round shave; a double handle shave with convex sole and two double rabbeting shaves. All have aged to a rich golden color and are in excellent working order. 60 - 120
25. A rare FACTORY IDENTIFICATION BADGE by The Stanley Works, New Britain, Connecticut. This badge for Employee No. 2462 looks to date from the 1930's. Nuber 2462 looks to have been given a mouthful of castor oil just before the photo was snapped. A rare Stanley collectible in excellent condition. 150 - 300
26. A SCREW LOCK "T" AUGER HANDLE, No. 2, by the Millers Falls Company. This extra clean example is in unused condition in its original pasteboard box. 50 - 100
27. FIVE EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING TOOLS including two Witherby chisels, a 3/4" paring type and 2" firmer; a C.E. Jennings draw knife; a Russell & Erwin framing square and an unmarked draw knife. All are in top collector quality condition. 60 - 120
28. A PHOTOGRAPH OF THE ASSEMBLED WORKERS OF AN AXE FACTORY each holding a different form of edge tool This early photo is imprinted in pencil on the back with the designation "Reedsville, Pennsylvania. Reedsville was the original location of the Mann Edge Tool Company, later of Lewistown, Pennsylvania. The photo is also marked with the date "1889". An historically important photograph from the Nineteenth Century American axe manufacturing trade that will nicely accent any collection of edge tools. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 80 - 160
29. A BILLINGS' PATENT SCREWDRIVER by the Billings & Spencer Company, Hartford, Connecticut. This multiple blade scrwedriver is marked with the date of the C.E. Billings Patent of February 4, 1896. It is in nearly new condition. 60 - 120
30. A WHALEBONE HANDLE TANG TYPE CHISEL by W. Butcher, Sheffield, England. This early chisel of graphic form has an ebony plug in the cap. 100 - 200
31. An ONE-FOOT, SIX-INCH FOLDING CALIPER RULE of IVORY and German silver, No. 38, by STANLEY. This clean and sound example has some light yellowing, but is otherwise perfect. 150 - 300
32. A SMALL "TRAVISHER" SPOKE SHAVE by A.C. Field & Co, Chambers Street, New York, New York. This sharply radiused shave is marked with the designation "1 1/2" x 1" above the cutting iron. It is in nearly new condition. 120 - 240
33. A BRASS BACK DOVETAIL SAW by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This "progressive pitch" saw has teeth that become coarser as they proceed down the blade toward the handle. This curly maple handle saw is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 80 - 160
34. A ROSEWOOD AND BRASS EXAMPLE OF THE ROBINSON'S PATENT BEVEL by the St. Johnsbury Tool Company, patented June 14, 1870. This nine-inch size bevel has a brass frame filled with rosewood and locks in position by turning the screw at the base. It is marked with the maker name and patent date. 150 - 300
35. An UNUSUAL HAND TOOLS OPPORTUNITY LOT including a rounder, stamp, circular hole saw, tack puller, hoop dog, etc. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 75 - 150
36. THREE INTERESTING EDGE TOOLS including a saddle maker's compass by Blanchard; a most interesting interchangeable handle hoof knife; and a rosewood and brass adjustable blade spoke shave. 80 - 160
37. An early HAND MADE COOPER'S CROZE originally from the collection of legendary collector Archie Keillor of Long Island. Included with the item is an article about the auction of the Keillor collection by Alexander Farnham. 60 - 120
38. A LAMINATED METALLIC PLUMB BOB fashioned from brass, copper and steel. This artfully crafted plumb bob of distinctive form is in nearly new condition. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 100 - 200
39. An ENGINE DIVIDED RULE SET WITH MATCHING OFFSETS RULES by F. Mc. C. In the days before computer-assisted design programs removed the need for manual skill in the practice of drafting and surveying, maps were drawn with sets such as this. Comprised of a series of 5 rules (numbered 1A through 1E), each with its own graduation scale, expressed in feet to the portion of an inch, together with a corresponding "offset" rule which was used to facilitate the drawing of lines that deviated from the perpendicular, this magnificent set of rules is in absolutely unused condition. Complete with the original green felt-lined fitted mahogany case, this set of precisely graduated boxwood rules is a classic example of the high quality tools that were once a necessary accessory for draughtsmen and surveyors. Mint. 80 - 160
40. A most interesting TWO-FOLD WANTAGE RULE by H. Blackham & Son, Wolverhampton, England. This most unusual variation is marked with designations for estimating the fullness of "Stone Bottles" of bulge and straight types. 60 - 120
41. A WOODWORKING TOOLS OPPORTUNITY LOT including chisels, gouges, a Stanley No. 77 marking gauge; No. 75 bullnose block plane; spoke shave; mallet, etc. All are in top collector quality condition. 50 - 100
42. An early BRASS BACK TENON SAW by Henry Disston & Son, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This 12" blade length saw by the short-lived partnership of Henry Disstion and his first son (soon joined in the family and in the company by a plural second son) has the very early style split screws and is in nearly new condition. The only brass back saw bearing the singular "son" distinction that we have seen or offered for sale. Rare. 100 - 200
43. A NICKEL PLATED BICYCLE WRENCH by Iver Johnson, Fitchburg, Massachusetts. This interesting wrench is imprinted with the designation "Pat. Appl'd For". The unique feature is a rotating multiple blade screwdrive that protrudes from the base of the handle. Different. 80 - 160
44. FOUR EARLY SPRING TOP CALIPERS, all by the Stevens Arms & Tool Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. Some quick-adjust types are included in this grouping. Some are marked with the patent date of July 25, 1871. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
45. A MAHOGANY INFILL PANEL PLANE by A. Herron. This showy British plane retains its original I. & H. Sorby cutting iron and is in excellent working condition. 150 - 300
46. A LOW ANGLE BLOCK PLANE, No. 3086, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra clean example. 80 - 160
47. TWO ORIGINAL BOX WOODWORKING PLANES, including a No. 71 router and No. 79 double side rabbet by STANLEY. Both are complete and in unused condition. 120 - 240
48. THREE EXTRA CLEAN ADVERTISING ITEMS including a cast iron hand-painted standing bear with advertising for Parker Vises on his overalls; a miniature Parker vise imprinted with the Parker name; and a watch fob from the Woods Machine Company of Boston advertising their line of planers. All are in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
49. A TYZIK'S PATENT NAIL PULLER by Bogert & Lowell, 89 Pearl Street, New York, New York, patented June 9, 1868. This most unusual variation on the nail puller theme is marked with the designation "Pat. Appl'd for". 100 - 200
50. A FANCY BRASS SPIRIT LEVEL in a fitted mahogany case. The level is marked with the name of its original owner, one "W. Parker". 100 - 200
51. THE PERSONAL PAPERS OF ALBERT SYLVESTER, who was for many years an employee of the Stanley Works in New Britain, Connecticut. Sifting through these papers provides a window into the world of work in the middle half of the Twentieth Century. Bank accounts, communications from the company, personal letters and more are included in this treasure trove of information. An interesting study of a time gone by. 100 - 200
52. An EARLY PATENT KNIFE SHARPENER as patened by M.L. Hawks of Chicago, Illinois on June 7, 1898. This device was reported as being able to sharpen knives, skates and shears in the less than humble proclamations of the patent description. From the Legendary Lode of Interesting Americana of The King of Stuff®. 60 - 120
53. TWO UNUSED JAPANESE TOOLS including a 1 2/3 pound mallet and a sculptor's axe. These high quality tool have never been used. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 80 - 160
54. A "PATENT GROUND" NINE POINT CROSSCUT HAND SAW by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Most of the original label remains on this nearly perfectly preserved saw. There is a minor age check in the handle, but the saw is otherwise perfect. 75 - 150
55. A PRECISION DRAFTING PARALLEL RULE by Stanley, Great Turnstile, London. This well made rule has machined brass fittings and is in nearly new condition in its original fitted mahogany case. 100 - 200
56. An EARLY PATENT ADJUSTABLE AUGER BIT as patented and produce by Charles L. Barnes, New York, New York under the terms of a United States Patent issued to Barnes on November 16, 1852. This was likely one of the very earliest multi-size auger bits. It is adjusted by means of two fixing screws that regulate the width of the nicker and cleaner cutters. It is clearly marked with the maker name and patent information. 50 - 100
57. A rare and early BOARD CANE RULE by H. Chapin, Union Factory, Pine Meadow, Connecticut. This pre-1860 manufacture rule has one stain to the body but is otherwise excellent. 125 - 250
58. A PATENT QUICK-ADJUST WRENCH by the Standard Tool Co., Athol, Massachusetts. The wrench is marked with the date of the June 8, 1880 patent issued to prolific inventor Stephen H. Bellows, who also patented a number of innovative precision measuring tools. 100 - 200
59. A SOLID BOXWOOD FILLETSTER PLANE. This professionally made plane has a brass screw lock depth stop and bears the owner imprint J.N. Steward. 100 - 200
60. An example of "THE TRIPLET" WRENCH as marketed by STANLEY, patented August 19, 1913. These wrenches were advertised in an early Stanley catalogue and may have been produced by Stanley. A nice example. 100 - 200
61. An ENGLISH MADE NIPPLE WRENCH for a high quality shotgun. This uncommon firearms accessory has a turned ebony handle and holds a nipple pick in the top of the handle. 80 - 160
62. A pair of boxwood hollow and round molding planes, both marked with the owner imprint "W.G. Inch"--a not inappropriate name for the owner of such small planes. Both have a rich dark golden patina and are in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
63. A GLASS DIAMOND LAPPING PLATE by the Shapton Company, Ltd. of Japan. This exceptionally high quality set is in unused condition. A wide variety of interchangeble plates of various grits are included. 200 - 400
64. THREE EARLY PLANE MAKERS' FLOATS including one marked Saynor, Cook & Ridal. All are in clean and usable condition. From the Robert Jones Collection. 80 - 160
65. An EXTRA EARLY COOPER'S CHAMFER KNIFE by Underhill. This large, block letter imprint is the earliest Underhill mark that we have seen. 60 - 120
66. A LOT OF ASSORTED MINIATURE TOOLS as produced by Jim Williams, Chatham, Illinois. Included with the tools is a card noting that they were produced especially for noted author and researcher Kenneth L. Roberts of New Hampshire. 100 - 200
67. A SPIRAL DRIVE SCREWDRIVER by the Goodell-Pratt Company, patented October 5, 1897. This extra clean example is in nealy new condition in the bottom portion of its original box. 80 - 160
68. A STEEP QUIRK OVOLO MOLDING PLANE by D. Copeland. The heel of this crisp and clean molder is marked "6/8". 100 - 200
69. A WOODEN HAND SAW DISPLAY SIGN. This gold painted saw was on display for many years in the shop of noted English tool dealer Roy Arnold. A piece of history. 100 - 200
70. An EARLY PATENT COPPER OIL CAN by the Swing Spout Measure Company, New York, New York. This tool was patented by Bradbury & Hoyt of Los Angeles, California on December 3, 1918. 80 - 160
71. A BOX OF SAMPLES OF UNITED STATES WOODS by the National Lumber Manufacturers Association of the District of Columbia. These samples of the principal woods of the U.S. are in excellent condition in their original fitted wooden box and all retain their original paper labels. The set looks to date from ca. 1910. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 60 - 120
72. TWO EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING PLANES, both by the Millers Falls Company, Millers Falls, Massachusetts. Included in this lot are a No. 9 smoothing plane and a No. 14 jack. Both have the patent two-section cap iron and are in nearly new condition. 100 - 200
73. A WHALEBONE NAVIGATOR'S RULE that has been scribed with inch scales and crosshatched in the manner of a "Sector" rule. This, the first such rule that we have encountered of this material, was found along the Maine Coast. 100 - 200
74. A CAST IRON BULLNOSE PLANE by Norris, London, England. This Brazilian Rosewood wedge plane retains its full, original cutting iron. It is marked with the designation "unbreakable". 125 - 250
75. A NICKEL PLATED BULLNOSE COMBINATION PLANE, No. 143, by STANLEY. This uncommon "Miller Patent" series plane includes a full set of cutting irons in their original box. Approximately 90% of the original nickel plating remains on this clean example, which is missing its interchangeable "bullnose" skate insert. 400 - 800
76. A SIX-INCH SWEEP RATCHET BRACE, No. 923-6, by STANLEY. Included with this rosewood handle brace is a full set of precision screwdriver bits by the Ford Auger Bit Company in their original wooden case. 80 - 160
77. A EIGHT-INCH BLADE FOLDING DRAW KNIFE by A.J. Wilkinson & Company, Boston, Massachusetts. This cherry wood handle tool is in nearly new condition. 60 - 120
78. A rare "NO. 164" CUTTING IRON by STANLEY. This iron fits the extrmely rare low angle block plane, No. 164, offered by Stanley for a very short time. Both sides of the cutting iron are marked with the Stanley imprint. Rare and perfect. 200 - 400
79. An EARLY HAND FORGED "STILLARD" SCALE by H. Smith Jr., Middletown, Connecticut. This early scale is complete and in excellent condition. We have seen very few marked examples of this type of scale. 60 - 120
80. An ARTFULLY CAST ROUTER PLANE of Nineteenth Century appearance having a cast iron body. 80 - 160
81. A BULLNOSE RABBET PLANE, No. 90, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Made in U.S.A." designation. Fully 99% of the original nickel plating remains on this extra clean example. 50 - 100
82. SIX EXTRA CLEAN MOLDING PLANES including four rounds by the Ohio Tool Company; a No. 76 ogee by the Sandusky Tool Company; and a 3/16" center bead plane by the Greenfield Tool Company. 60 - 120
83. An EARLY PAIR OF HAND FORGED DIVIDERS marked with the date "1877" and the owner initials "H.M.". These well made dividers have octagonally faceted legs. 75 - 150
84. THREE EARLY DRAFTING SETS including two drawing sets having instruments of brass and German silver and a precision trammel set in its original box. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 125 - 250
85. A FULLY BOXED APPLEWOOD BEAD MOLDING PLANE by M. Copeland. The initials "G.W.P." are marked on the toe of this well made plane that has a complementary boxwood wedge. A pretty plane that was made to be special. 125 - 250
86. A NICKEL PLATED ADJUSTABLE BULLNOSE PLANE by Edward Preston & Sons, Birmingham, England . Nearly all of the original nickel plating remains on this extra clean example. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 100 - 200
87. An ORIGINAL 1945 ADVERTISING CALENDAR by the Spartan Saw Works, Springfield, Massachusetts. Only the December page of this calendar, which features an aviatrix, remains. This calendar was apparently intended for Stateside use where the office secretarial staff could look at it. Men in uniform generally preferred women out of uniform. 100 - 200
88. A STEEP QUIRK OVOLO WITH BEVEL MOLDING PLANE by C. Warren, Nashua, New Hampshire. Warren worked in Nashua in the 1860's. This example is clearly marked and in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
89. A BOXWOOD AND BRASS LUMBER RULE by Dring & Fage, London, England. This lumber gauging rule, which was likely produced for the Royal Customs and Excise for use in determining taxes and duties owed on lumber, is in nearly new condition in its original fitted leather case. 100 - 200
90. An ENGINEER'S PLUMB BOB, No. 782, by the Goodell-Pratt Company, Greenfield, Massachusetts. This uncommon reversible head plumb bob is in exceptionally crisp and clean condition. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 100 - 200
91. An early BOARD MEASURE RULE imprinted with the date "1835" on one end. This square-body rule is of a much more substantial size that most such rules we have encountered. Its has pitch filled letters and is in superb condition for its age. 80 - 160
92. TWO UNUSED WOODWORKING PLANES, both by STANLEY. Examples of the No. 82 scraper and No. 71 router, both in new condition in their original boxes, are included in this grouping. 100 - 200
93. FIVE EXTRA CLEAN EDGE TOOLS, all marked with the designation "P8". Included in this lot are a draw knife, two skew chisels and a large chisel & gouge. 100 - 200
94. A CROCKER'S PATENT COOPER'S REAMER by W.A. Ives, & Company, New Haven, Connecticut, patented December 11, 1866. This interesting tool was patented by Silas S. Crocker of Maquoketa, Iowa. How it came to be produced by Ives will likely remain a mystery. 80 - 160
95. An ABRAHAM'S PATENT MAHOGANY DRILL CASE, No. 5 A, by the Morse Twist Drill & Machine Company, New Bedford, Massachusetts, patented June 24, 1902. This superb example is in nearly new condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
96. An "INDEPENDENCE" DOVETAIL SAW by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This 15 point rip saw has the optional upgrade to a rosewood handle. It is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 80 - 160
97. A rare EARLY SCREW LOCK BLOCK PLANE, No. 107, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 90% of the original black japan finish remains on this well preserved example. From the John Delay Collection. 125 - 250
98. A HAND CRAFTED FLOORING GAUGE by Josiah J. Miller. The Date "May 12, 1852" is hand lettered on the tool in India ink. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 80 - 160
99. A PATENT PIVOT JAW BENCH VISE, No. 19, by the Prentiss Vise Company, New York, New York. This 3 1/2" jaw width vise, which is not marked with the maker name, was patented on March 17, 1868. A nice example in excellent collector quality condition. 80 - 160
100. A SET OF CLASSIC STYLE PLANES, all by the New England Tool Works, Groton, Connecticut. Included in this set of ten planes are many working right and left-hand pairs. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 800 - 1600
101. A FANCY INLAID SPIRIT LEVEL. This well made level has a diamond shaped brass vial cover plate and a pair of inlaid boxwood diamonds matching the pattern of the plate on each end of the level. 100 - 200
102. A STEEP QUIRK OVOLO WITH SQUARE MOLDING PLANE by R.M. Tilburn, Newbury, Massachusetts. This uncommon maker marked plane has a most uncommon profile. The Tilburn imprint rates three stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 100 - 200
103. A LARGE PRECISION DRAFTING SET by Tamaya & Company, Ginza, Tokyo, Japan. This high quality set includes a set of trammels, a proportional divider and a wide range of compasses, pens, etc. It is complete and in top condition. We have no way of knowing that this set was not used to map out the assault on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Tora, Tora, Tora means Buy, Buy, Buy. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 100 - 200
104. A rare SET OF FOUR GASKET PUNCHES, No. 568, by STANLEY. All are in their original canvas pouch and in top collector quality condition. 80 - 160
105. An EARLY PATENT ADJUSTABLE BENCH STOP by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut, patented March 17, 1885. This uncommon bench stop is in top collector quality condition. 50 - 100
106. A MACHINIST'S COMBINATION SQUARE by L.S. Starrett, Athol, Massachusetts, patented August 7, 1883. This combination protractor, inclinometer, square and bevel is complete and in top condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
107. An early 12 1/2" blade "GOOSEWING"' AXE having an early offset handle and very nicely patinated. 100 - 200
108. A NORTON "ULITIMATE SLIPSTONE ROLL" by the Norton Grinding Company. This set, which is in unused condition in its original faux leather roll, includes every imaginable varitaion of sharpening stone and slipstone. Using these tools alone, a practiced user could sharpen bent and broken tools to work better than new. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
109. A "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 603 C, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the ca. 1920's "Sweetheart" on this later example with orange infill "Stanley" cap. Fully 98% of the original black japan finish remains. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
110. A SET OF SIX CABINET MAKERS' SCREWDRIVERS, all by Crown Tools, Sheffield, England. All have lacquered beech handles and are in unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
111. A CAST IRON COOPER'S BARREL PLANE having a turned wooden front knob and a turned elongated rear handle. We have seen only a few of these planes and have no information as to their manufacturer. Rare. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
112. A DISTINCTIVE FORM NAIL PULLER by Scranton & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This solid cast iron handle nail puller is in clean and sound condition. 75 - 150
113. A CLASSIC CABINET MAKERS' MITRE VISE. This laminated maple tool is in excellent working condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
114. A most interesting and unusual COMBINED BARREL PRESS AND HOOP CLAMP by W.H. Holmes, Proctor, Vermont, patented August 29, 1911. All of the original wood stenciling remains on this combination tool for the cooper. A wooden barrel is included with the device. The only example of this jack of all trades that we have seen. Rare. 125 - 250
115. TWO PRECISION BOW SAWS, both marked "Dick/Germany". One 16" and one 28" blade example are included in this grouping. Both are in unused condition and include extra blades. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
116. A rare SIX-INCH ROSEWOOD AND BRASS TRY SQUARE by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This unused square is marked with both English and Metric graduations. All of the original blued finish remains on the blade. Perfect. 100 - 200
117. A MASSIVE SKEW RABBET MOLDING PLANE by N. Little, Newburyport, Massachusetts. This Sleeper type wedge plane is marked with the name of the original owner, one "G. Bartlet". 80 - 160
118. A NINE-INCH SMOOTHING PLANE, No. W 3, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This rosewood handle plane retains fully 95% of its original black japan finish. The later "W" series of Winchester bench planes were produced by Stanley, while the four-digit series were made by Sargent. A nice example of the later Winchester planes in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
119. A PATENT DOUBLE WEDGE JOINTER PLANE by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, patented March 27, 1849. A nice example of a scarce early patent plane. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
120. A UNIVERSAL HAND BEADER, No. 66, by STANLEY. Fully 98% of the black japan finish remains on this extra clean example, which is offered with seven original double-end cutting irons. Both the straight and curved fences are present and the tool can be put directly to work. 120 - 240
121. A rare TWO-FOOT "FLEXIFOLD" ZIG-ZAG TYPE RULE by the Chapin-Stephens Company, Pine Meadow, Connecticut. This body of this most unusual small size early Stanley competitor rule is marked with the designation "Patented". 100 - 200
122. A "SHOLAR'S" ONE-FOOT RULE, No. 98, by STANLEY. This uncommon boxwood school rule is marked with both the maker name and number designation. A scarce Stanley rule. 100 - 200
123. A fancy TURNED BRASS PLUMB BOB having a most interesting undulating design. 200 - 400
124. A FANCY FLUTED BRASS BENCH LEVEL nicely accented with acorn finials. The level vial appears to be full, but the bubble is not visible. 150 - 300
125. A YELLOW BIRCH CROWN MOLDING PLANE of Eighteenth Century appearance. The cutting iron has been boldly struck with the name "James Transitt". The cut of this six-inch molder is a classic ogee profile. 400 - 800
126. A SOLID EBONY SPIRIT LEVEL by Alex Marshall, Glasgow, Scotland. A sliding vial protector and careful use have kept this level in nearly new condition. 100 - 200
127. A most interesting and unusual STAGHORN HANDLE SAILOR'S FOLDING AWL by Slater Brothers, Venture House, Sheffield, England. The layout of this knife-like tool indicates that it was only intended to have a single blade. The first such knife of this pattern that we have seen. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 150 - 300
128. A "MASTERPIECES OF THE CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION" BOOK by Joseph M. Wilson. This copy, Volume 3 of the series, is entitled industry, mechanics and science. It is filled with great engraved illustrations of the displays and products of the exhibitors in these categories. 80 - 160
129. A "JAGABI" TACHOSCOPE SPEED INDICATOR as offered by James G. Biddle, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This dual indicator dials speed indicator is in new condition in its original box. 125 - 250
130. A MACHINIST'S BEAM COMPASS by Darling, Brown & Sharpe, Providence, Rhode Island. This early style machinists tool is marked with graduations and is in nearly new condition. 100 - 200
131. A DOUBLE BEAM MARKING GAUGE, No. 198, by STANLEY. This exceptionally crisp and clean example is marked with Stanley's ca. 1910 trademark on the fixing screws for the scribe rods. From the Jan Cover Collection. 100 - 200
132. A graphic EXTRA LONG TURNED PLUMB BOB of early appearance. This oversize plumb bob has a most appealing dark golden patina. 125 - 250
133. A CARVED EIGHTEENTH CENTURY VENEER SAW of likely French manufacture. This showy saw features an elaborately carved man's head surrounded by ornamental carving. There is some evidence of early minor woodworm visitation, but the saw is otherwise in excellent condition. 125 - 250
134. A CLASSIC ADJUSTABLE CHAMFER PLANE having a brass toe stop and a sliding adjustable fence. It has been tastefully marked with the name of its original owner, one "G. Dymock". 125 - 250
135. A LARGE SIZE SHOULDER PLANE by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This 1 1/4" width plane is in brand new, unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
136. A LATER "BEDROCK" HEAVY JACK PLANE, No. 605 1/2, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" trademark on this extra clean example, which retains some 98% of its original back japan finish. 150 - 300
137. Two DATED CHAIR MAKER'S WOODWORKING TOOLS including a scorp dated "1835" and a gimlet marked "K.O.H. 1841". From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
138. TWO EARLY CROOKED KNIVES including one having pewter banding and another that is wrapped with wire. 100 - 200
139. An early SOLID BRASS OIL BURNING LAMP. This Nineteenth Century lighting device is equipped with four accessories, including a wick trimmer, snuffer, tweezers and a cleaning probe, each suspended on a chain between the burners. 250 - 500
140. A DOUBLE BIT "LINCOLN" AXE by the Kretschmer-Treadway Company, Dubuque, Iowa. The head is ornamented with a likeness of our Sixteenth President. We have seen examples of these highly embossed axes that were put to use as post mauls on iron stakes. This one was apparently the original possession of an owner residing north of the Mason-Dixon Line and was accordingly treated much more kindly. A nice example of a highly collectible embossed axe. 150 - 300
141. THREE EXTRA CLEAN JAPANESE TOOLS including two extra clean chisels and a small woodworking plane known as a "tsunesaburo". All are in brand new, unused condition. 100 - 200
142. A LOT OF ELEVEN EARLY "SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN" MAGAZINES. These issues, which range from the 1859 to the 1863 period are all in clean and sound condition. The are filled with great period engravings and advertisements. A window to another world. 100 - 200
143. A SET OF EIGHT PLOW PLANE CUTTING IRONS, all by Ward, Sheffield, England. All are in excellent working order in the original roll. From the Robert Jones Collection. 60 - 120
144. A SET OF ELEVEN ROSEWOOD BODY MOLDING PLANES by various Argentine makers. Some extremely complex cuts are included in this super working set. We have offered a few Argentinian planes in the past, all of which were fashioned from the same dark rosewood that would be called Brazilian Rosewood if it did not come from Argentina. This is the best set of these planes that we have seen or offered for sale. 400 - 800
145. A BRASS STEAM GAUGE by the Crosby Steam Gauge & Valve Company, Boston, Massachusetts bearing the name of E.E., Roberts, 107 Liberty, New York, New York on the dial. Roberts, who produced a boiler of his patented design in New York City in the 1870's and 1880's served with distinction as an officer in the United States Navy during the Civil War. 200 - 400
146. An early YELLOW BIRCH MOLDING PLANE by E. Clark, Middleboro. The sole of this plane cuts a deep "nosing" profile and it may have been modified. The plane is boldly struck with the distinctive imprint of this Eighteenth Century maker. The Clark imprint rates three stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 200 - 400
147. A "SHIP POINT" EIGHT POINT CROSSCUT HAND SAW, No. 401, by E.C Atkins & Company, Indianapolis, Indiana. This top of the line rosewood handle saw is in brand new, unused condition. 100 - 200
148. An EIGHTEENTH CENTURY QUARTER ROUND MOLDING PLANE by Robert Wooding. This early Eighteenth Century plane has been clearly struck with the Wooding mark. This early plane has wide flat chamfers dates from Wooding's working period of ca. 1706-1728. An extra clear mark on a nearly THREE HUNDRED YEAR OLD TOOL. An uncommon example of the work of one of the very first professional planemakers. 300 - 600
149. An uncommon DOUBLE IRON COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by J. Dawson, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. This quirk ovolo with bevel profile plane has the Scottish pattern "side window" type escapement found on many planes of Canadian manufacture. 125 - 250
150. A dovetailed EIGHT AND ONE-HALF INCH LENGTH MITRE PLANE by Stewart Spiers, Ayr, Scotland. The Spiers name and working location are imprinted on the brass bridge in small letters. The throat is extra tight and the plane is in excellent working order. 400 - 800
151. A DENTAL DYNAMOMETER DEVICE by Tiemann & Company, New York, New York. This unusual device is in its original box with original pliers. The name Gideon Sibley has been etched on the face of the device. Gideon Sibley was a prominent dental inventor in the last quarter of the Nineteenth Century, having been issued no less than fifteen United States Patents for dental devices. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 100 - 200
152. A DOUBLE TONGUE AND GROOVE MOLDING PLANE for 7/8" stock by Henry G. White, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This, the "C" designated imprint of White, rates four stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 100 - 200
153. A HANDLED SOLID BOXWOOD FILLETSTER PLANE having iron arms and bronze brackets for the boxwood fence. This showy craftsman made plane is in excellent collector quality condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
154. TWO EARLY WOOD MOLDING PLANES, both by Thomas Napier. Incuded in this lot are a 1/2" side bead and a cove molding plane. 100 - 200
155. A FANCY APPLEWOOD JACK PLANE having a faceted wedge and an ebony strike button. An inlaid ebony strike button nicely accents this well made and well preserved plane. 60 - 120
156. An EIGHTEENTH CENTURY CHERRY WOOD "FIELDING" PLANE having an offset handle and very nicely patinated. There is an early screw repair to the base of the tote, but the plane is otherwise in superb condition. 175 - 350
157. A MAHOGANY PLUMB LEVEL SQUARE by A. Edgell, London, England. This showy square has an integral brass plumb bob and is marked with the date "1900". It is marked with the distinctive "broad arrow" mark of the British military--an indication that it may have been produced for the use of artillery in the Boer War. 80 - 160
158. TWO EARLY THREE-BLADE RACE KNIVES including one having a folding side blade blade and another three blade example of graphic form. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
159. A MASSIVE SPECIAL PURPOSE RABBETING PLANE by L. & I.J. White, Buffalo, New York. This most unusual plane has double depth stops and is marked with the date "1859" and the owner imprint "J.T. Jefford". From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 50 - 100
160. A MINIATURE "SECRET COMPARTMENT" PLANE having a tiger maple body and a rosewood sole. This is the most complex of these carpenter's whimsies that we have seen. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 80 - 160
161. An ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER RABBET PLANE, No. 073, by Record. This 1 1/4" width plane, which is no longer produced, is in new condition in its original box. A great working tool in top collector quality condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 125 - 250
162. A rare MAKER MARKED "SPILL" PLANE by Griffiths, Norwich, England. These classic late Eighteenth and early Nineteenth Century tools were used for transferring a flame from an open hearth to light a cigar or pipe. This very nicely patinated plane is offered complete with a group of spills cut with the plane. 100 - 200
163. TWO DOWEL MACHINE CUTTERS, both by STANLEY. Examples in the scarce 5/16" and 1/4" sizes, both in new condition in their original boxes, are included in this grouping. 100 - 200
164. A V.B.M. TRANSITIONAL PLANE, No. 3409, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fuly 99% of the original black japan finish remains on this nearly new condition example. 100 - 200
165. A scarce and perfect INTERNAL REEL PLUMB BOB by the Keuffel & Esser Company, New York, New York. The body of the tools is not marked with the maker name, but it exactly matches the type shown in early Keuffel & Esser catalogs. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 150 - 300
166. A rare POPE BICYCLE TOOL KIT by the Pope Manufacturing Company, Hartford, Connecticut. Included in this pristine set are a wrench, pump, two part container, etc. All are in top condition in their original leather holder, noting that there is some tarnish on the side of the pump. 300 - 600
167. A FAY'S PATENT SURFACE GAUGE, No. 59, by J. Stevens & Company, patented September 23, 1884. This rare Stevens gauge is in top collector quality condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 100 - 200
168. An EARLY PATENT COPY HOLDER as patented by by S. French & R. Chase, Orange, Massachusetts on May 13, 1873. This early office collectible is in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
169. A POCKET BINNACLED COMPASS by S.M., London, England. This solid brass body compass looks to date from ca. 1900. 100 - 200
170. An EARLY WOODEN "SWIFT" used for yarn winding. The spokes of the winding wheels can be collapsed when the device is not in use. The base is fashioned from American Chestnut. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
171. A SCRUB PLANE, No. 40, by STANLEY. The, full original decal and some 99% of the original finishes remain on this pristine example. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
172. A STODDARD'S PATENT BRONZE CALIPER by J. Stevens & Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. This articulated leg caliper is marked with the patent date of August 27, 1872. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 200 - 400
173. An early HAND FORGED TWO-SECTION FAT LAMP. This early lighting device is compete with its original hanger. 250 - 500
174. A "BEDROCK" JOINTER PLANE, No. 608, by STANLEY. This later style plane retains some 98% of its original black japan finish and is in top collector quality condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 250 - 500
175. A SMALL MILLWRIGHT'S PLUMB BOB of unusual globular form. The central shaft can be reversed to change the center of gravity of the tool. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
176. A set of TWENTY-FOUR FISHTAIL TYPE CARVING TOOLS, all marked "Swiss Made". Various assorted sweeps, all in unused condition in a canvas roll, are included in this grouping. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 500 - 1000
177. An EARLY PATENT VALVE DRESSING ENGINE by F. Hall & Son, New York, New York. A total of five patent dates including the earliest date of August 1, 1865 are marked on the device. Most of the original gilt decoration remains on this classic Nineteenth Century machine. It is in nearly new condition in its original wooden box. 200 - 400
178. A LAMINATED SHIPWRIGHT'S ADZE by John Stinson, Bath, Maine. This classic Maine Coast tool retains its original handle and is in excellent working order. It has been boldly struck with the imprint of this uncommon edge tool maker. 80 - 160
179. A CAST IRON JOINTER GAUGE, No. 386, by STANLEY. This body of this perfectly preserved example is imprinted with the Patent date of April 1, 1913. It is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
180. A CAST BRONZE SMOOTHING PLANE, No. LN-3, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This "Bedrock" type plane is in brand new, unused condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
181. A rare QUINTUPLE BOXED QUADRUPLE REED MOLDING PLANE by H. Chapin, Union Factory. This most unusual 5/16" size plane is marked with the owner imprint of one "L.J. GALE". 100 - 200
182. A "BLUE RIBBON SAW" COUNTERTOP DISPLAY by the Simonds Saw Manufacturing Company, Fitchburg, Massachusetts. This ca. 1920's countertop display features a photograph of a well dressed woodworker sighting down the saw. In the foreground is the orange and blue logo used by Simonds at the time. The display is in brand new condition. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 125 - 250
183. A LIGNUM VITAE SHIPWRIGHT'S PLANE having a sapwood and heartwood body. This showy plane is fitted with a cutting iron by Charles Buck. 200 - 400
184. A 5/8" width ADJUSTABLE RABBET PLANE by Edward Preston & Sons, Birmingham. This decoratively cast plane is in clean, sound and complete condition. 175 - 350
185. A softbound edition of the now out of print, "ANTIQUE AND COLLECTIBLE STANLEY TOOLS" by John Walter in nearly new condition. An increasingly difficult book to find. 100 - 200
186. A PICTORIAL ENCYCLOPEDIA OF TRADES BOOK by Denis Diderot. This Compact Edition includes all of books 18 through 28 in a reduced size format. The book is nicely leather bound at the spine. An excellent opportunity to acquire this essential reference for the collector's library. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
187. A LAMINATED WOODEN MITRE VISE fashioned from laminated strips of rosewood and maple mounted on a beechwood body. A very pretty woodworking tool that will turn heads in the shop. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 100 - 200
188. TWO EXTRA CLEAN COOPER'S TOOLS, both by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. Included in this lot are an applewood croze and an applewood howel. 125 - 250
189. An EARLY MAINE MAKER JOINTER PLANE by J. Metcalf, Winthrop, Maine. Metcalf is reported to have been born in 1765 and died in 1849. He is regarded as the first Maine planemakerr. His imprint rates four stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 100 - 200
190. TWO PHILADELPHIA MAKER MOLDING PLANES including a quirk ogee complex molder by R. Wright and a quarter round by Martin. 125 - 250
191. A MASSIVE FRUITWOOD COOPER'S CROZE carved with the initials "A.l." and dated "1848". From the Byron Boyer Collection. 150 - 300
192. A SET OF THREE FISHTAIL CHISELS, all by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. These long handle chisels are in new condition in their original box. 100 - 200
193. A well preserved example of "THE CURTIS" PIPE WRENCH as produced by the American Saw Company, Newark, New Jersey in accordance with the specifications of the United States Patent issued to Andrew J. Curtis of Monroe, Maine on April 8, 1880. The wrench is listed as No. 33 in the Schulz book on "Antique & Unusual Wrenches". 125 - 250
194. An EARLY PATENT COMBINATION TOOL patented and produced by C.A. Foster, Fitchburg, Massachusetts in accordance with the specifications of the United States Patent issued on April 19, 1870. Foster claimed that the tool was "...adapted for use in a great many applications, among a large class of artificers." We suspect that its primary intended use was in the leather working trade. 125 - 250
195. A PRE-STERILIZATION AMPUTATION SAW having an ebony handle and in nearly new condition. A saw such as this would have been used in a Civil War era military field hospital for removal of damaged limbs. 125 - 250
196. TWO EXTRA CLEAN BLOCK PLANES, both by STANLEY. Examples of the No. 65 low angle and No. 140 skew blade block are included in this grouping. Both are in clean and sound condition. 100 - 200
197. A "MARDEN'S PATENT" MARKING GAUGE as patented by John E. Marden, Veazie, Maine on April 16, 1872. This example is marked with both the Marden name and patent date. 100 - 200
198. An example of DOLL'S PATENT WHEEL HUB BORER, No. 2, by Silver & Deming, Salem, Ohio, patented July 25, 1851. Most of the original paint and gilt decoration remain on this extra clean example. 125 - 250
199. A rare PATENT ADJUSTABLE "SHIFTING STOP" MICROMETER by the L.S. Starrett Company, Athol, Massachusetts. Moving the sliding central arm to one of the fixed locations and fixing the screw changes the increment range one inch on each end of the range. This uncommon precision tool is in excellent collector quality condition in its original wooden case. 125 - 250
200. A LOW ANGLE BLOCK PLANE, No. 9, by STANLEY. This mechanically sound example has an early repair to the body, but is fully functional and appears undamaged. The solid cap iron is longer than that found on other No. 9 planes we have sold. 400 - 800
201. An early "NO. 2" SIZE SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 407, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 98% of the oirginal black japan finish remains on this example, which needs only a light cleaning to make it shine. 150 - 300
202. A most interesting COACH MAKERS REEDING SCRAPER having a fixed wooden fence. This special purpose tool has a cutting iron filed to cut nine identical reeds. 60 - 120
203. A SET OF THIRTEEN MAHOGANY HANDLE CARVING TOOLS, all by William Marples & Company, Sheffield, England. These tang type carving tools are in top condition and show very little evidence of ever having been used. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
204. A TWO-FOOT, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 62, by STANLEY. This "Special" graduation rule is graduated with "engineer's" divisions of tenths of an inch on the outside. 200 - 400
205. A PAIR OF LEFT AND RIGHT HAND SKEW BLOCK PLANES, both No. 140, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. These cast bronze body planes are in unused condition. An extra right-hand cutter is included. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
206. A SET OF SIX JAPANESE BLUE STEEL CHISELS ranging from 7/8" to 2" widths. All are in unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 300 - 600
207. A CLASSIC EARLY CARPENTER'S HAMMER that retains its original wooden handle. This single claw hammer looks to date from the earliest days of the Eighteenth Century. 100 - 200
208. THREE UNCOMMON SARGENT PLANES, all by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Included in this grouping are a No. 5206 block; No. 73 router; and a No. 81 "showcase rabbet" that has a small hang hole. From the John Delay Collection. 100 - 200
209. A VARNUM'S PATENT SHOE MAKER'S RULE by the Frank W. Whitcher Company, Boston, Massachusetts, patented April 13, 1880. This uncommon measuring device is in top condition and has been clearly marked with the maker name and patent date. 80 - 160
210. A most interesting and unusual STAIR RAIL MOLDING PLANE. This distinctively different molding plane is fashioned from burl and is designed to cut a molding on a curved stair railing. It is in excellent condition, very and nicely patinated. A masterfully executed miniature of the plane, made by John Edwin Jones, Sr., in whose collection the plane was included, is offered together with the tool. 200 - 400
211. An ADJUSTABLE SUN TOPPING PLANE by G.W. Manning of Hollis, New Hampshire. This adjustable fence plane, which is not marked with the maker name, has brass fittings and is in nearly new condition. A classic cooper's tool in top collector quality condition. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 175 - 350
212. A WEDGE ARM PANEL GROOVING PLANE. This plane is attributed to Pennsylvania maker John Haas, but the imprint has been obscured by years of use. 100 - 200
213. An "ODD JOBS" COMBINATION TOOL, No. 1, by STANLEY, patented January 25, 1887. This superb example has been protected by the bottom of its original pasteboard box and is in nearly new condition. 200 - 400
214. An example of WALDEN'S PATENT QUICK ADJUST NUT WRENCH by the Bay State Tool Company, patented June 7, 1904. This uncommon quick-adjust wrench is in nearly new condition. 150 - 300
215. An early WEDGE LOCK ARM PLOW PLANE complete with a full set of eight irons. The plane is marked with the owner imprint of one "A.R. Stoughton". 100 - 200
216. An early WATCHMAKERS TURNING ENGINE fashioned from brass and in excellent working condition. This highly complex late Nineteenth Century horological device is in top condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 150 - 300
217. A JEWELER'S GOLD LEAFING KIT including much gold leaf material. Wide and narrow examples of the Coes gilding wheel are included in this most unusual working set. 125 - 250
218. An example of "THE MECHANIC'S OWN" CROSSCUT HAND SAW by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Most of the original etching remains on this uncommon saw. The teeth have been set by a later owner, but the saw is otherwise excellent. 100 - 200
219. TWO EARLY MAKER MOLDING PLANES including a round by I. Sleeper round and a 1/4" bead by C. Harwood. 200 - 400
220. TWO EARLY MEASURING DEVICES including a double caliper having a most unusual and graphic central circular fitting and a solid brass traveler. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
221. A "WORRALL'S PATENT" GUTTER PLANE, No. 4, fitted on a plane by the Lowell Plane & Tool Company. This most unusual type plane is marked with the patent date of May 21, 1866. 350 - 750
222. A ROSEWOOD HANDLE 5 1/2 POINT RIP SAW, No. D-15, by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The blade is marked with the wartime eagle "Victory" mark on this essentially unused saw. 80 - 160
223. A PATENT DOUBLE IRON TRYING PLANE by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This extra clean example is marked with the March 27, 1849 patent date and it retains its original Providence Tool Company cutting iron. 200 - 400
224. A SHOWY PATTERN MAKERS' SOLE PLANE having six soles and irons. This Turkish boxwood infill plane is in top condition in its original wooden box. 200 - 400
225. An early and important CONNECTICUT MAKER PLOW PLANE by Willis Thrall & Son, Hartford, Connecticut. This pristine beech body with boxwood arms & nuts plow is the first we have encountered by this important early Connecticut tool maker. Thrall succeeded S.A. Jones & Company of Hartford and engaged in the manufacture of boxwood rules as an early competitor of A. Stanley & Company. This plane is in top collector quality condition. The Fourth Edition of American Wooden Planes rates this plane with four stars for rarity; however, given the fact that this is the first example of this mark that we have encountered, we are of the opinion that that rating significantly understates the scarcity of planes bearing this imprint. From the Don Zoellner Collection. 800 - 1600
226. A FANCY GUNMETAL JACK PLANE having a rosewood handle and knob. The presence of a "Bailey" type adjustment mechanism indicates likely American manufacture. There is a repaired crack in the tote, but the plane is otherwise excellent. 150 - 300
227. A late "BEDROCK" JOINTER PLANE, No. 607, by STANLEY. This exceptionally crisp example retains nearly all of its original decal and more than 99% of its original black japan finish. Hardware store perfect. Highly recommended. 250 - 500
228. A BRONZE BULLNOSE CHARIOT PLANE by Edward Preston & Sons, Birmingham. This nearly perfectly preserved plane has a maker marked cutting iron and is top collector quality condition. 150 - 300
229. A ROSEWOOD INFILL MITRE PLANE by Moseley & Sons, London, England. This extra clean dovetailed sole plane has a "cupid's bow" brass bridge and an extra tight throat. It could be put directly to use if the purchaser so chooses. 350 - 750
230. A SKEW BLADE COMBINATION PLANE, No. 46, by STANLEY, complete with nine original cutting irons. This nickeled floral cast example retains fully 90% of its original plating and is in superb condition, noting a very tight crack in the rosewood handle. 175 - 350
231. A rare SQUARE SECTION BOARD MEASURE RULE by Belcher Brothers & Company, New York, New York. This uncommon configuration rule has a cast brass lip end and is clearly marked with the maker name. There are some very minor stains, but it is otherwise perfect. 150 - 300
232. A showy CUBAN MAHOGANY BOW SAW having boxwood handles and a boxwood stretcher. This pretty saw is in top collector quality condition. 125 - 250
233. TWO SASH RELATED MOLDING PLANES, both by A. Inglis, Delhi, New York. Included in this lot are an adjustable sash molder and a moving filletster. Both have been boldly struck with the Inglis imprint. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 150 - 300
234. An extremely rare American-made and marked ADJUSTABLE ROUNDING ENGINE by Mockridge & Francis, Newark, New Jersey. The handles are of turned fruitwood on this exceptionally well preserved example. 125 - 250
235. A DECORATED EUROPEAN JOINTER PLANE carved in a heart and flower motif. This showy early plane has a most appealing smooth, dark golden brown patina from age and years of careful use. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
236. A CLASSIC BRITISH BULLNOSE PLANE having an applied steel sole and retaining its original rosewood wedge. This well made plane is in nearly new condition. 80 - 160
237. An ARTFULLY HAND CARVED DIVIDER ornamented with fancy brass fittings and having a bow cut from what appears to be Cape Buffalo horn. 200 - 400
238. A "NESTER'S PATENT" MARKING GAUGE by John Nester, Portland, Oregon, patented December 31, 1867. This rare combination gauge and level is complete, in excellent condition, and clearly marked with the patent date and patentee name. A nice example. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 200 - 400
239. An EARLY PATENT MECHANICAL BOOT JACK by Henry DeGraw, Green River, New York, patented February 22, 1859. This most interesting household device retains its original period carpet covering on the foot rest. It is clearly marked with the patent date and is in excellent working condition. From the Legendary Lode of Interesting Americana of The King of Stuff®. 125 - 250
240. THREE HELICAL SPRING JOINT CALIPERS, all by J. Stevens & Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. These examples of the Page and Hadley Patent of February 8, 1870 are all in top collector quality condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
241. An INLAID AND DECORATED TOOL CHEST fashioned from pine, basswood, mahogany, walnut and maple. This inlay work has a crosshatched and needs only some very minor repairs to be made perfect. The original single till is present. A very pretty chest that could and should be restored to magnificence by the purchaser. We would like to see the finished product. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 350 - 750
242. A most interesting CAST IRON CHURCH BELL by Rumsey & Company, Seneca Falls, New York. This bell reportedly hung in the Calvary Church on Ashland Street in Haverhill, Massachusetts, the oldest black church in the Merrimack Valley, until the church was destroyed by fire. The bell has a good sound ring and has been mounted on a wooden frame to demonstrate its tonal qualities. 250 - 500
243. FOUR EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING TOOLS, all by STANLEY. Examples of the No. 4 C "Type 9"; No. 7, "Type 7"; a 1/4" width everlasting chisel and an 8" try square are included in this grouping. All are in top collector quality condition. 125 - 250
244. A PRECISION IVORY HANDLE DRAFTING SET including a set of trammels and a proportional divider as well as a wide range of drawing and layout tools. A complete precision set in excellent condition, noting some red tape on the corners of the box. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 125 - 250
245. An early ADVERTISING DISPLAY PENNANT by the Brown & Sharpe Manufacturing, Providence, Rhode Island. This pennant is imprinted with the B. & S. "square" logo and employs the blue and gold trademark colors used on their catalogues. We suspect that these were designed for distribution to Brown & Sharpe dealers. This example is in top collector quality condition. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 100 - 200
246. An OCCUPATIONAL SHAVING MUG by T. & V., Limoges, France. This early mug features a plane and chisel combination. The original owner's name in gold leaf has worn away over time. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 250 - 500
247. TWO NINETEENTH CENTURY PRICE LIST CATALOGUES, both by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Examples from January 1892 and January 1896, both featuring many illustrations, are included in this grouping. 100 - 200
248. A rare SIX-INCH LENGTH MACHINISTS BENCH LEVEL by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The vial covers features a very narrow slot type viewer for precise measurement. This is the first example of this level that we have seen. Rare. 200 - 400
249. A rare "SARGENT" BRASS BOUND LEVEL, No. 499, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Almost certainly made for Sargent by Henry Disston & Sons, this level has some minor dings & scratches, but is otherwise in perfect condition. The first such Sargent marked level we have encountered. Rare. 150 - 300
250. A TURKISH BOXWOOD PLOW PLANE having four IVORY tips and fitted with boxwood arms and nuts, No. 105, by the Ohio Tool Company. This plane is not marked with the Ohio name, but the number designation and form are unmistakable. There is a chip from the inside of one washer, but the plane is otherwise in superb condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 600 - 1200
251. A LOT OF BRASS AND IRON BOOKBINDER'S TOOLS including creases, print holders, embossing stamps. letter stamps, a crease wheel, etc. An interesting assortment. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 60 - 120
252. A LOT OF BRASS BOOKBINDER'S TOOLS including embossing tools, a wheel, fancy stamps, etc. Some interesting patterns are included. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 80 - 160
253. A LOT OF BRASS BOOKBINDER'S TOOLS including an embossing wheel, fancy stamps, a lettering holder, etc. Some interesting patterns are included in this grouping. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
254. THREE EARLY BOOKBINDER'S TOOLS including a bookbinder's plow plane, print holder and an early pattern wheel. The gilding wheel applies a most unusual vine decoration. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
255. THREE BOOKBINDER'S PATTERN WHEELS, all by Gane Brothers, Chicago, Illinois. Examples of the No. 139, No. 161 and No. 171, all in clean and usable condition, are included in this lot. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
256. THREE BOOKBINDER'S PATTERN WHEELS by Gane Brothers, Chicago, Illinois. One is marked with the designation, No. 415, and the others are not marked. All are in clean and usable condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
257. THREE BOOKBINDER'S LINING WHEELS, all by Gane Brothers, Chicago, Illinois. Examples of the No. 86, No. 91, and No. 96, all in clean and usable condition, are included in this grouping. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
258. THREE BOOKBINDER'S LINING WHEELS including examples by Gane Brothers and Snider & Hoole. Also incuded is an unmarked alpha wheel. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
259. THREE BOOKBINDER'S PATTERN WHEELS, all by John Hoole, Brooklyn, New York. Examples of the No. 90, No. 1170 and No. 1207, all applying fancy patterns, are incuded in this grouping. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
260. SIX BOOKBINDER'S AGATE BURNISHERS of assorted sizes and shapes. All are in excellent working condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 300 - 600
261. A FRENCH PATTERN COOPERS COMPASS having a central screw adjustment. There is some evidence of early worm visitation, but this compass is otherwise in excellent condition. 80 - 160
262. FIVE PAIRS OF HOLLOW AND ROUND MOLDING PLANES, all by A. Inglis, Delhi, New York. Sizes range from No. 2 to No. 14. All are in excellent collector quality condition. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 250 - 500
263. A QUIRK OVOLO, COVE & ASTRAGAL MOLDING PLANE by H. Wetherell, Middletown, Connecticut. Wetherell worked in Middletown between 1824 and 1827 only. This uncomon maker marked complex molder is in excellent collector quality condition and clearly marked with the maker name. 125 - 250
264. A PAIR OF FENCED TABLE JOINT MOLDING PLANES. These craftsman made planes are imprinted with a Masonic mark and are in excellent working order. 100 - 200
265. A COMBINATION FOLDING RULE, No. 863 L, by the Lufkin Rule Company, Saginaw, Michigan. This protractor/level/rule combination was apparently Lufkin's attempt to provide some level of innovation to the folding rule market, even as they copied nearly every offering being produced by market leader Stanley Rule & Level. The dearth of surviving examples indicates that they failed to catch on with the rule buying market, many of the inhabitants of which were busy abandoning traditional rules for tape measures and the "zig-zag" style just as Lufkin was entering the market. This example is in unused condition. 125 - 250
266. An early HAND FORGED IRON BRACE having a turned solid brass head and a most unusual thumb catch. The graphic brace has attained a most appealing smooth patina of age and use. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
267. A NO. 4 1/2 EQUIVALENT WIDE SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 3006, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 90% of the original black japan finish remains on this mahogany handle plane. 100 - 200
268. A LOW ANGLE CABINET MAKERS' BLOCK PLANE, No. 164, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This cast iron replica of Stanley's rare and very short-lived low angle block is in brand new condition in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
269. A LIGHT DUTY PLOW PLANE, No. 50, by STANLEY. This pristine plane is complete with all original parts, cutting irons and original instruction manual in its original pasteboard box. 125 - 250
270. An ARTFULLY CRAFTED BEECH TRYING PLANE having burl inlay in the top and an ebony strike button near the toe. The shapely carved wedge also has an ebony strike button. One of the prettiest bench planes we have been privileged to sell. Highly recommended. 500 - 1000
271. A FILLET, OVOLO AND SQUARE MOLDING PLANE by R. Wells, Trenton, New York. This boldly struck plane is marked with the "B" designated imprint and rates three stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. An uncommon maker marked complex molding plane in top collector quality condition. 150 - 300
272. A TWELVE-INCH BOXWOOD RULE AND LEVEL by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This well preserved level and rule combination has a uniform dark golden patina and is in top collector quality conditon. 100 - 200
273. A MULTI-PURPOSE COMBINATION PLANE, No. 45, by STANLEY. Fully 98% of the original nickel plating remains on this extra clean example in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 200 - 400
274. A rare EIGHTEENTH CENTURY PHILADELPHIA TONGUE MOLDING PLANE by Parrish, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This early plane has been boldly struck with the imprint of this self-described "...plainmaker and wheat fan maker" who reportedly worked from 1773 to 1775 only. 150 - 300
275. An extra clean "Sweetheart" trademark NO. 1 SMOOTHING PLANE, by STANLEY. This extra clean example is in top condition, retaining some 98% of its original black japan finish. 1000 - 2000
276. A MASSIVE HANDLED YELLOW BIRCH CORNICE PLANE having a cove and quarter round profile. The applied side fence may be original to the plane. 200 - 400
277. An early SCREW LOCK ARM PLOW PLANE by E. Smith. This well made plane has four brass tips. The body is of beech and the fence is yellow birch. 175 - 350
278. A ONE-FOOT, FOUR-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 53 B, by E.A. Stearns & Company. This caliper rule has a repair at the joint to an early crack, but is otherwise in excellent condition. 100 - 200
279. A SET OF SIX DOVETAIL CHISELS, all by Nishiki of Japan. All have Damascus type blades and all are in unused condition in their original fitted wooden box. 300 - 600
280. THREE EARLY WOODEN COMPASSES including screw and wedge lock types. All are very nicely patinated. One has brass ferrules at the intersection of the body and the points. 75 - 150
281. A LATER "BEDROCK" FORE PLANE, No. 606, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the ca. ca. 1910 trademark and some 98% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra clean example. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 175 - 350
282. An EARLY PATENT CARTRIDGE LOADING TOOL by Bailey, Farrell & Company, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, patented August 10, 1886. Nearly all of the original decorative striping and original finishes remain on this graphic early firearms accessory. 250 - 500
283. An UNHANDLED SCREW ARM PLOW PLANE having boxwood arms and nuts by the Auburn Tool Company, Auburn, New York. This pristine plane is in nearly new condition. 100 - 200
284. A lot of SARGENT LOCKS AND PADLOCKS, all by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Both brass and iron types, including some in their original boxes, are included in this grouping. Many assorted styles and types are included. 125 - 250
285. An UNHANDLED BEECH PANEL RAISING PLANE by Phillipson. This early English maker plane retains its original fence and stop and could be put back to use if the purchaser so decides. Phillipson, one of the earliest English makers, apprenticed to Robert Wooding and is reported to have worked from 1740 to 1760. 125 - 250
286. A PAIR OF HEART MOTIF TRAMMELS having cast bronze bodies and very nicely patinated. 100 - 200
287. A copy of the picture book of French tools LE LIVRE DE L'OUTIL by Andre Veltier Marquis Velter and Marie Jose Lamothe. This large folio volume includes photographs of some of the most spectacular hand tools ever produced, many of which are housed in European museums. The text is in French, but words in any language fail in describing the spectacular photographs by Jean Marouis that appear on nearly every page. Long out of print and a must for the tool collector's library. 250 - 500
288. A "BEDROCK" TYPE SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 4 1/2, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This cast iron body has the optional high-pitch frog and is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
289. A NO. 1 1/2 WHITE BRONZE SMALL SIZE BENCH PLANE, No. LN 2004, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This plane is recorded as No. 87 of of a Limited Edition series. It is in brand new condition in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
290. A PATENT UNIVERSAL SCRATCH BEADER, No. 66, by STANLEY. This example is complete with both original fences and eight original double-end cutting irons in new condition in its original pasteboard box. 125 - 250
291. TWO EXTRA CLEAN HAND TOOLS, both by the Bridge City Tool Company, Portland, Oregon. Included in this grouping are a No. PB-9 plumb bob and No. SDT dovetail square. 125 - 250
292. TWO ADVERTISING WATCH FOBS, both by E.C. Atkins & Company, Indianapolis, Indiana. One has a baked blue enamel finish and has the "AAA" Atkins logo. The other is cast from pewter and features a casting of Atkins elaborate interconnected saws logo. Both are in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
293. TWO EXTRA CLEAN TONGUE AND GROOVE PLANES, Nos. 48 and 49, both by STANLEY. Fully 98% of the original nickel plating remains on each of these ca. 1900 type planes. A pretty pair. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 100 - 200
294. A WORKING MODEL OF A QUICK-ADJUST NUT WRENCH painstakingly carved from wood and fitted with springs to make it a working model. This novelty item is of the size that would have been acceptable as a patent model and may have originally served that purpose. 300 - 600
295. An EARLY NOSING PLANE by W. Brooks, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This plane has been boldly struck with the oversize "B" designated imprint of this early Philadelphia maker. 150 - 300
296. An early GUNTER TYPE FOLDING RULE by G. Piper, Boston, Massachusetts. This steel tip rule has an early riveted repair to one leg, but is otherwise in excellent condition 125 - 250
297. An ADJUSTABLE THROAT HANDLED BLOCK PLANE, No. 307, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This equivalent to Stanley's No. 15 1/2 is much less common. A rare Sargent plane in excellent overall condition. 200 - 400
298. THREE NEW YORK MAKER COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES including a cove and astragal by Baldwin; an unusual cut molder by the Auburn Tool Company; and a quirk ovolo, cove and astragal by Simeon Rowell. 100 - 200
299. FIVE EARLY IMPRINT MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by Darling Brown & Sharpe, Providence, Rhode Island. Included in this lot are a protractor, machinist's square, 6" length triangular rule and a pair of bench rules. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
300. A rare SCREW ARM COACH MAKER'S PLOW PLANE by E. Danberry, New Brunswick, New Jersey. This short-length beech body plane is fitted with boxwood arms and nuts fitted with two brass tips. The brass tips are held in place by crossed wedges of ebony in the ends of the arms. An exceptionally well preserved special purpose plow by a seldom seen New Jersey planemaker. Special. 1000 - 2000
301. An EARLY BRASS AND IRON FOOD CHOPPER of decorative form. This very early hand forged chopper has a solid brass handle and is in excellent overall condition. From the Phyllis Morse Collection. 125 - 250
302. An EARLY PATENT COMBINATION SQUARE by L.S. Starrett, Athol, Massachusetts, patented May 6, 1879. These squares were one of the very first products produced by the your Laroy S. Starrett. They are disinguished by the series of layout holes bored in the blade. This example is complete and in excellent collector quality conditon. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 100 - 200
303. A MASSIVE TREADLE DRIVE FRET SAW. A later owner added a note on the saw that is marked "Marquetry Donkey by Bowdin, Salem, Mass. Made in 1849". This saw is in excellent working condition and complete and original in all respects, noting that an oak board has been added to strengthen the frame in the back. The board could be easily removed to restore the saw to its original state. 500 - 1000
304. A rare METRIC GRADUATION TAPE MEASURE, No. 1266 M, by STANLEY. This early and uncommon special order tape is in new condition in its orignal pasteboard box. 200 - 400
305. A D.B. WOOLSON'S PATENT SURFACE GAUGE by the Standard Tool Company, Athol, Massachusetts, patented October 7, 1879. This distinctive early machinists tool has a spirit level fixed in the base to facilitate adustment. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 200 - 400
306. A SCREW ARM SASH MOLDING PLANE by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This showy plane has boxwood arms and rosewood nuts. It has achieved a most appealing patina from age and years of use. It is nicely dovetail boxed with solid strips of Turkish boxwood. A pretty plane. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
307. A rare "SHAW PATENT" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 8, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. The distinctive frog incorporated in the Shaw Patent was designed to compete with the mechanism incorporated in Stanley's "Bedrock" series of planes. This example is in top collector quality condition. From the John Delay Collection. 150 - 300
308. A QUINTUPLE BOXED QUADRUPLE REED MOLDING PLANE, No. 122, by Ohio Tool Company, Columbus, Ohio. This pristine plane in the 1/4" size is in unused condition, retaining its original hardware store price marking, and could be put directly to use. Incidentally, I learned to say things like "quintuple boxed quadruple reed" under the tutelage of Master Rhykenologist Rennie Carroll of Oneida, New York. Such mouthfuls of words are guaranteed to enhance the salability of woodworking planes when properly uttered or written. Bid high. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
309. A PAIR OF SIDE RABBET PLANES, Nos. 98 and 99, both by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. These cast bronze body planes are in new condition in their original boxes. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
310. An example of THE CLIFTON MULTI-PLANE by Clifton, Sheffield, England. This English version of the Stanley No. 45 is in unused condition in its original wooden box complete with original instruction manual. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
311. A POOLE & WILLIAMS PATENT SCRATCH BEADER by the Windsor Manufacturing Company, Windsor, Vermont, patented March 10, 1885. This "Second Model" beader is in excellent condition and clearly marked with the 1885 patent date. 150 - 300
312. A rare TWO-SECTION WATCH FOB by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that incorporates a two-man saw together with a "keystone" appurtenance imprinted with the Disston logo. The only example of this rare Disston advertising item that we have seen or offered for sale. Rare. 200 - 400
313. A "PERSONALLY GUARANTEED" EMBOSSED AXE by L. C. A., Omaha, Nebraska. A nice example of an uncommon American embossed axe. From the Jan Cover Collection. 125 - 250
314. A MASSIVE PANEL RAISING PLANE by A. Inglis, Delhi, New York. This three-inch cutting iron plane has been very little used and has been boldly struck with the distinctive Ingis imprint. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 300 - 600
315. An early "TYPE 1" CAST IRON DADO PLANE, No. 39, by STANLEY, patented August 12, 1902. Fully 98% of the original black japan finish remains on this 1/4" example. 150 - 300
316. A rare NEW JERSEY MAKER STAIR RAIL MOLDING PLANE by N. Norton, Camden, New Jersey. This adjustable fence plane is clearly marked with the imprint of this uncommon Garden State maker. The mark rates two stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 250 - 500
317. An early HAND FORGED FAT LAMP. This two-section lamp retains its original hanger. 250 - 500
318. An early type PAIR OF SIDE RABBET PLANES, No. 98 and 99, by STANLEY. Both are in top condition and the No. 99 includes the original pasteboard box. 200 - 400
319. A DR. DRESCHER'S PATENT QUACKERY DEVICE, No. 3 sold by F.C. Otto & Sons, 64 Chatham, New York and produced under a United States Patent issued on November 4, 1879, this "improvement in electro-magnetic machines" was designed to be used for "therapeutical purposes". The device is complete with all original accessories with full, original paper label marked with the patent information. A copy of the original patent papers are included. 300 - 600
320. A THREE AND ONE-HALF INCH WIDTH CARPENTER'S SLICK by the Douglass Manufacturing Company, Hinsdale, New Hampshire. This clean and thoroughly usable woodworking tool retains its original turned beech handle. original beech handle. 100 - 200
321. A SOLID EBONY SKEW BLADE ASTRAGAL MOLDING PLANE having a 3/16" width profile. Marked with the likely owner imprint "White", this diminutive six-inch plane was likely intended for use by a carriage maker. 200 - 400
322. FOUR ENGLISH COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES including some fairly complex examples. Names include Moseley, Holbrook, Eastwood, etc. 125 - 250
323. An early ASTRAGAL AND COVE MOLDING PLANE bearing the imprint of sometime planemaker and documented cabinet maker James Neville of Charleston, South Carolina. Neville is documented as having worked as a cabinet maker in Charleston in 1801. 100 - 200
324. A "COOPER'S WHIMSY" JOINTER PLANE fashioned from the body of a cooper's jointer plane, this carved and decorated plane has been fitted with a pair of rear handles, one of which has a chipped spur. If you want to start a conversation, even if you don't know where it will end up, we recommend setting this one out in plain sight before "the boys" come over. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
325. An early DECORATED "GOOSEWING" AXE imprinted with a star and floral decoration. It has a 14" cutting edge. and retains its early offset handle. A pretty axe. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 600 - 1200
326. A HANDLED BIRDSEYE MAPLE DADO PLANE having a 1 3/8" cutting width and very nicely patinated. A pretty plane. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
327. THREE MINITURE WORKSHOP MODELS, all by by George Goatey, St. Louis, Missouri. Included in this lot are a miniature workbench, mitre vise and shaving horse crafted by the late Mr. Goatey, who was widely known for the carved Santa Claus figures he brought to Mid-West Tool Collectors Association meetings. All are in nearly new condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
328. An early SKEW IRON ROUND MOLDING PLANE by Ion Ballou, Providence, Rhode Island. This mid-Eighteenth Century plane is fashiouned from beech and has a Yellow Birch wedge. 350 - 750
329. A MASSIVE LONG NECK BIT BRACE fitted with a fixed spoon bit. This most unusual form brace is in excellent collector quality condition. 150 - 300
330. An EARLY WOODEN COOPER'S COMPASS fashioned from oak and very nicely patinated. It is imrpinted with the name of one-time owner and likely maker, "A. Moser". 80 - 160
331. An EARLY ROSEWOOD SPIRIT LEVEL by A.B. Clifton. This professionally made level is marked with the date "1853". The arched maker mark is combined with an eagle imprint on this early level. 200 - 400
332. A NINETEENTH CENTURY WALNUT TOOL CHEST having four graduated size drawers. This well preserved chest incudes the original keys and is in top collector quality condition. 250 - 500
333. A "ALFORD" PATENT HAND VISE, No. 1, by the Millers Falls Company. This multi-purpose tool combines the functions of a hand vise and an interchangeable blade tool handle in a single device. It is in new condition in its early "picture label" box. 300 - 600
334. An OPEN SIDE RABBET PLANE, No. 507, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 95% of the original nickel plating and black japan finishes remain on this extra crisp and clean example. From the John Delay Collection. 100 - 200
335. A SET OF "GERMAN PATTERN" AUGER BITS by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This set is complete and in top collector quality condition with full, original paper label in its original fitted wood case. From the John Delay Collection. 175 - 350
336. THREE APPLEWOOD BODY COOPER'S TOOLS including a "V" type croze, a sun plane and a large cooper's spokeshave. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
337. A FOWLER'S "LONG SCALE" TEXTILE CALCULATOR by Fowler & Co., Manchester, England. The face is marked "Long Scale" with the further designation "Patent". This example is in nearly new condition. From the Philip E. Stanley Collection. 80 - 160
338. A COMPLETE CRAFTSMAN'S TOOL CHEST retaining its full complement of original tools. Nearly all of the tools are in top collector quality condition. Included are three Disston saws, including a "Victory" type that fit into the top of the lid behind the panel holding the squares and rules. Arranged in the drawers are Stanley bench and special purpose planes; auger bits of every description, including many large and small sets; files and rasps; plumb bobs and layout tools; edge tools and much more. A Sager "chemical" axe that retains much of its original decal resides in the bottom of the box. Shown in one of the drawers is a marquetry "sampler" that may have been used by the owner to showcase his skills. We are privileged to market very few chests such as this, where the tradition of craftsmanship kept the tools in much the same condition as they were when first produced and the prying hands of later generations lacking the respect for the tools have been kept away. Simply a great "as found" set of tools that comes to us from the nearby city of Elmira, New York. 1000 - 2000
339. TWO CLEAN COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES, both by T. Turner, Sheffield, England. Both of these stepped sizes of quirk ogee and bevel planes are double boxed and in excellent working order. 80 - 160
340. A FIGURED APPLEWOOD SUN PLANE, No. 60, by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. This very nicely patinated plane has only some minor stains to note as "apologies". A pretty plane. 75 - 150
341. A LATER "BEDROCK" FORE PLANE, No. 606 C, by STANLEY. This ca. 1910 trademark plane is in clean and sound condition, retaining some 95% of its original black japan finish. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 175 - 350
342. A RARE AMERICAN "BADGER" PLANE by Samuel Auxer, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This extra boldly struck planes has a side "nicker" cutting iron and a fully steel faced sole that appears original to the plane. 200 - 400
343. A WEIGHT DRIVEN OGEE WALL CLOCK by the Forrestville Clock Co., Forrestville, Connecticut. This "time and strike" clock features a hand painted image of the old New York State Capital Building, which was replaced in 1867. The maker's original paper label appears on the inside of the case. 200 - 400
344. A PATENT IMPROVED HOLLOW AUGER, No. 6001, by the James Swan Company, Seymour, Connecticut, patented May 29, 1894. This extra complex hollow auger is in new condition in its original slide top wooden box. 200 - 400
345. A "MACHADOS COLLINS" sign by Collins & Company, Hartford, Connecticut. This enamelled metal sign retains its original wall hanger and is in top collector quality condition. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 100 - 200
346. An EARLY EIGHTEENTH CENTURY OGEE MOLDING PLANE having a yellow birch body and nicely ornamented with fancy stop cuts on the chamfers. 125 - 250
347. An EARLY COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by A. Smith, Rehoboth, Massachusetts. This quirk ogee with astragal molder has been boldly struck with the distinctive imprint of this early Massachusetts maker. 100 - 200
348. A SET OF THREE PLANE MAKER'S TOOLS including a saw having a float type blade; a hand float; and a rare cornering float. 100 - 200
349. A rare COOPER'S WINDLASS fashioned from oak and held together with hand forged hardware. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
350. A rare CHARLES COE PATENT MICROMETER by the Micrometer Caliper Company of St. Louis, Missouri. The original box is marked with the designation "Pat. Appl'd. For". Kenneth L. Cope, writing in "American Machinists Tools", notes the Coe Patent, of May 1, 1900, but speculates that it may never have been produced. Very possibly the only extant example of this exposed screw micrometer. 1000 - 2000
351. An ELABORATE PAIR OF BRASS TRAMMELS fitted with a precision screw adjustment mechanism. These finely crafted trammels have aged to a rich, dark golden color and are in top collector quality condition. 200 - 400
352. An early BEECH BODY PANEL RAISING PLANE by Thomas Napier. This early plane has a locking sole fence and a dovetailed depth stop. There are age checks in the cheek and handle, but the plane is otherwise excellent and clearly marked with the name of this prominent early Philadelphia maker. 200 - 400
353. A FENCED OGEE AND SQUARE MOLDING PLANE by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This very little used plane has a most unusual profile and a very uncommon integral fence design. 100 - 200
354. An early FRAMED FACTORY LITHOGRAPH of the Pope Manufacturing Company, Hartford, Connecticut. This colorful period print shows the full complement of buildings that comprised the Pope Company and its many components, all of which are listed on the picture. There is one long stain line on the left side, but the lithograph is otherwise in excellent condition and retains most of its original color. 250 - 500
355. TWO EXTRA CLEAN MOLDING PLANES including a J. Bell tripple boxed quirk ovolo with bead and a C.S. See quirk ovolo with bevel that has a bold eagle imprint. 100 - 200
356. A SHOWY BRASS HANDLE METAL WORKER'S HAMMER having a rosewood shaft and a turned brass handle. 125 - 250
357. A clean and complete example of the "MOTHER'S OWN" TOOL KIT from the Peck, Stow & Wilcox Company of Southington, Connecticut. These household tool kits were produced in the 1930's for kitchen use. As was generally the case with sets of this sort, most quickly deteriorated in condition or were left in the yard to rust and rot by husbands or children. These seem to have been very little used. We understand that June Cleaver had one of these in her kitchen drawer. A great set. 250 - 500
358. A MASSIVE PENNSYLVANIA MAKER MOLDING PLANE by G. Mundorff, Berlin, Pennsylvania. The oversize wedge is evocative of the planes of E.W. Carpenter. This quirk ovolo with bevel molder has been boldly struck with the mark of this obscure Wester Pennsylvania maker, who reportedly worked ca. 1820 to ca. 1840. 350 - 750
359. A most unusual "DOUBLE" PLUMB & LEVEL by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This level has two plumb ports, each with double vials, and two level ports on each side of the level for a total of six vials in the level. We have seen only a handful of these and would be interested to know how Disston marketed them. 300 - 600
360. A DOUBLE IRON COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by Gleave, Oldham Street, Manchester, England. This extra complex molder cuts a bead, cove and bead provile and is in excellent collector quality condition. 125 - 250
361. A rare and extra clean "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 602, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" era trademark on crisp, clean and proper example. Approximately 98% of the original black japan finish remains on this clean example. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 350 - 750
362. A LOW ANGLE BLOCK PLANE, No. 7 1/2, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This cast iron body plane is a jointer-size version of Stanley's No. 62 block plane. It is in brand new condition in its original box and has never been used. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
363. A CAST IRON JOINTER PLANE, No. LN-8, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This "Bedrock" type plane is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
364. An "AUTOSET" JACK TYPE BENCH PLANE, No. 714, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 99% of the original finishes remain on this superb example, which is marked with the patent date of January 12, 1915. From the John Delay Collection. 120 - 240
365. A GUNMETAL BULLNOSE RABBET PLANE by G. Miller, 24 Ampton Street, Grays Inn, London. This very well made plane retains its originla William Marples cutting iron. 125 - 250
366. An EXTRAORDINARY SET OF FIFTEEN FRENCH COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES including nine double iron examples. All have fruitwood bodies and are in excellent working order, noting some minor worm damage. A large number have very complex profiles. 600 - 1200
367. An EARLY ROUND MOLDING PLANE by Phillipson. Phillipson worked from ca. 1740-1760 only and served as an apprentice to Robert Wooding. An early molding plane in excellent condition that has been boldly struck with the maker imprint. 125 - 250
368. A rare "WINCHESTER" BACK SAW by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This uncommon 14" blade length saw is clearly marked with the Winchester logo. 150 - 300
369. A CARVED MOVING FILLETSTER PLANE fashioned from cherry and nicely ornamented with a mahogany wedge. An elaborate relief carving ornaments the side of this very pretty plane. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
370. A "SHOLL'S PATENT" ROSEWOOD MARKING GAUGE by C. Sholl, Mt. Joy, Pennsylvania, patented March 8, 1864. This four-stem rosewood body gauge is in top collector quality condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
371. An extra early YELLOW BIRCH COOPER'S HOWEL. This graphic plane has a hand forged blade and "ram's horn" Eighteenth Century style fixing nuts. It is marked with the name of its likely original owner, one "J. Young". 150 - 300
372. A HAND FORGED FOUR-POLE CAGEHEAD BRACE having a friction type chuck. This Eighteenth Century boring tool is in excellent collector quality condition. 200 - 400
373. THREE EARLY CAST IRON DRILL STANDS including examples by Standard Tool Company, Cleveland; National Twist Drill & Tool Company; and New Progress Twist Drill Company, Taunton, Massachusetts. From the Philip Delcamp Collection. 120 - 240
374. A CLASSIC WOODEN COOPER'S BRACE having a turned wooden head and a fixed spoon bit. 100 - 200
375. An "double ogee" profile EARLY YELLOW BIRCH CROWN MOLDING PLANE. This early plane has a most appealing profile to the handle. It is marked only with the maker initials "M.S.". From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 600 - 1200
376. A clean and usable STEEL ROD ADJUST BORING MACHINE by the Millers Falls Company, complete with a 1 1/2" diameter auger bit in excellent working condition. The most desirable of all woring boring machines in ready to use condition. 250 - 500
377. FOUR PENNSYLVANIA MAKER MOLDING PLANES including an E.W. Carpenter quirk ovolo with square that has a piece of replaced boxing; a D. Martin round; a round by W. Brooks; and a John Veit rabbet plane. 150 - 300
378. A rare FIRKIN SIZE CHAMFER KNIFE by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. This 3 1/4" blade length example shows minimal evidence of ever having been used. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 150 - 300
379. A HORNED SMOOTHING PLANE having an elaborately inlaid sole in a "herringbone" pattern. The ivory inlay appears original to the tool. A showstopper. 350 - 750
380. A rare COOPERS BEER KEG CHAMFER KNIFE, complete with its original "tripod". This massive woodworking tool is in excellent collector quality condition and has a unform brown patina of age and use. 250 - 500
381. A "BEDROCK" TYPE HEAVY SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 4 1/2 C, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This corrugated sole plane has the optional rosewood handles. and is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
382. A HENRY BORNSTEIN PATENT NUT WRENCH by the J.A.W. Seabers Machine Company, Malden, Massachusetts, patented August 26, 1890. This screw adjust wrench is in excellent collector quality condition. 100 - 200
383. An "ODD JOBS" COMBINATION TOOL, No. 1, by STANLEY, patented January 25, 1887. This rare "Type 1" example is offered with a Stanley No. 62 folding boxwood rule. Both are in top collector quality condition. 200 - 400
384. A nice COLLECTION OF "SCHOLLHORN PATENT" PLIERS by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Many different types, including some unusual variations, are included in this grouping. 150 - 300
385. THIRTEEN PAIRS OF HOLLOW AND ROUND MOLDING PLANES, all by Gabriel, London, England. Also included in this grouping are four unmatched hollows and rounds. All are in usable condition and could be put directly to use or used to make one's own Seaton Chest. 400 - 800
386. THREE SMALL SIZE MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by Darling, Brown & Sharpe, Providence, Rhode Island. Included in this grouping are a three-inch length triangular rule; a small precision caliper; and a small machinists square. All are in top collector quality condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
387. An EARLY PATENT ROLLER SPOKE SHAVE by Henry P. Roberts, Jamestown, New York, patented November 1, 1881. This unique shave has a football-shaped roller adjacent to the blade to serve as a frictionless guide when working the tool. The design of this tool is unique in our experience. The shave has no markings, but it is identical to that shown in the accompanying patent drawings. The first example of this rare spokeshave that we have seen or offered for sale. Rare. 350 - 750
388. A SET OF SIX MORTISE CHISELS, all by Robert Sorby, Sheffield, England. Two corner types in the 3/8" and 1" sizes and straight chisels ranging in width from 1/4" to 5/8" sizes are included in this lot. All are in brand new, unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 125 - 250
389. An early CHAIR MAKERS SCORP. This carved wooden handle tool has a dark patina of age and use. Some age checks in the wood have been reinforced over time with hand forged brackets. A classic tool. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 80 - 160
390. A "SEMI-STEEL" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 18 SC, by the Sandusky Tool Company, Sandusky, Ohio, patented December 25, 1928. This uncommon patented bench plane is in top collector quality condition. 200 - 400
391. TWO EXTRA CLEAN HAND TOOLS, both by the Bridge City Tool Company, Portland, Oregon. Included in this lot are a No. PV-1 pin vise and a No. MG-3 marking gauge. Both are in nearly new condition in their original pasteboard boxes. 100 - 200
392. A QUIRK OGEE, ASTRAGAL & COVE MOLDING PLANE by T. Tileston, Harrison Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts. This boldly struck and extra crisp complex molder is in top collector quality condition. 125 - 250
393. A LOT OF TEN CLEAN CARVING TOOLS as well as a carving mallet and one extra rosewood handle. Makers include Addis, Buck, Witherby, etc. 100 - 200
394. A rare COMBINATION DRILL AND BRACE, No. 30, by Quimby S. Backus, Chambers Street, New York, New York, patented November 15, 1880. A scarce combination tool in top collector quality condition. 250 - 500
395. An early SHERATON PERIOD SINGLE DRAWER SIDE TABLE having a birdseye maple front, dovetailed joints and fitted with square cut nails. The top, legs and sides are fashioned from black walnut. 300 - 600
396. A CHAPLIN'S PATENT FORE PLANE, No. 8, by Tower & Lyon, New York, New York, patented May 7, 1872. Most of the original nickel plating remains on the handles of this clean and desirabe plane. 300 - 600
397. An example of HENDLEY'S PATENT PRECISION DIVIDER as produced by the Stevens Arms & Tool Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. The Hendley Patent of August 10, 1886 applied to the sliding, adjustable legs. Both long and short legs are included with the tool. Rare. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
398. A MINIATURE MODEL OF THE EARLY STANLEY NO. 50 PLANE by Paul Hamler. This elaborately decorated plane is cast in bronze and measures only four inches in length. The plane is an exact scale replica of the original and all of the screws and adjustments work in the same way as on the original. These planes were produced in a very limited number and are not likely to reappear. Opportunity knocks. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 500 - 1000
399. A CLASSIC "ULTIMATUM" STYLE BRACE by Henry Pasley, Sheffield, England. This ebony infill brace is a classic "trade" brace produced with the name of a dealer or "ironmonger". It retains its original ivory ring and is in excellent collector quality condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 250 - 500
400. A CARRIAGE MAKER'S RABBETING PLANE, No. 29, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. The cutting iron is imprinted with Sargent's "V.B.M." trademark. Some 98% of the original paint remains on this example of Sargent's equivalent of Stanley's No. 10 1/2 plane. From the John Delay Collection. 250 - 500
401. A SWING FENCE MATCH PLANE, No. 49, by STANLEY. This example is in nearly new condition in its original picture label box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 250 - 500
402. An artfully excecuted BIRDSEYE MAPLE CORNER SHELF. This showy shelf is ready to hang and populate. 80 - 160
403. TWO EIGHTEENTH CENTURY SASH COPING PLANES. Both are in nearly new condition and both have "Sleeper" type wedges. 100 - 200
404. A LIMITED EDITION INCLINOMETER LEVEL, No. CT-3, part of a limited edition produced by the Bridge City Tool Company, Portland, Oregon. Artfully fashioned from brass and rosewood in a "mantle clock" style evocative of the L.L. Davis Patent Inclinometer of a Limited Edition of less than one thousand, this tool was part of the "CT" tool series produced by Bridge City each year with the promise that the tools produced in that series "...were never to be made again." This magnificent example is in unused condition in its original pasteboard box with full, original documentation. 250 - 500
405. THREE EARLY IMPRINT MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by Darling Brown & Sharpe. Included in this lot are a 10" size Ames patent square; an early trammel rule; and aprecision adjust slide caliper. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
406. A BRASS BACK TENON SAW by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This thirteen point rip type saw has a curly maple "D" type handle. It is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
407. An EARLY YELLOW BIRCH PAD TYPE BRACE complete with one original pod. A very nicely patinated brace in excellent collector quality condition. 200 - 400
408. A LOT OF UNUSED JAPANESE WATER STONES, all in new condition in their original boxes. Also included is a honing guide. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
409. A CLASSIC FIBREBOARD PLANE, No. 193, by STANLEY. This apparently very little used example is in nearly new condition in a hinged wooden box. A nice example of an extremely complex Stanley special purpose plane. 100 - 200
410. TWO SPECIAL PURPOSE SLIDE RULES including an example of "The Impegmentor" and a "Gibb Yield" rule. If you can explain in detail how these work, I don't want to sit next to you on a long plane trip. 125 - 250
411. A FULLY BOXED BEAD MOLDING PLANE by I. Carpenter, Reading, Pennsylvania. The Reverend Israel B. Carpenter, a nephew of E.W. Carpenter, learned the planemaking trade from his uncle and was reported to have practiced planemaking briefly in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, before being saved and becoming a minister. This is the only imprint of this obscure maker mark that we have seen or offered for sale. It is in top condition and clearly marked with the I. Carpenter/Reading imprint. 350 - 750
412. FOUR EARLY AGRICULTURAL TOOLS including a serrated sickle, a hone stone holder and two denglestocks. All are in excellent collector quality condition. 80 - 160
413. A PATENT UNIVERSAL COMBINATION PLANE, No. 55, by STANLEY, in nearly new condition, in the rare and desirable high-top pasteboard box. All of the original parts and the original instruction manual are present on this superb example which is in essentially unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 500 - 1000
414. An EBONY WEDGE CHARIOT PLANE by Edward Preston & Sons, Birmingham, England. This extra tight throat example is marked on both the blade and on the body with the maker imprint. It is in top collector quality condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
415. TWO EARLY HAND FORGED HAMMERS of graphic form including claw and metal working types. 150 - 300
416. A COLLECTION OF COOPERS HOOP DRIVERS including wood and metal types. Some "Nantucket" type drivers are included in this grouping. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 80 - 160
417. A CARVED AUSTRIAN COOPER'S CROZE of the three arm type. This example is carved with the date "1866". From the Byron Boyer Collection. 125 - 250
418. A ROSEWOOD HANDLE JACK PLANE, No. 3010, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this "No. 5" size example. 100 - 200
419. An extremely rare WEATHERSTRIP RABBET PLANE, No. 95, by the Millers Falls Company, Millers Falls, Massachusetts. Fully 99% of the original finishes remain on this Millers Falls equivalent to the Stanley "78 W" weatherstripping plane. A screw in the center of the plane holds the center fence in place. 200 - 400
420. A CAST BRASS HEAD LUMBER CALIPER by V. Fabian, Milo Jct., Maine. Portions of the original paper label remain on this extra clean example. 125 - 250
421. A SIX-INCH, TWO-FOLD FOLDING RULE, No. 13 1/2, by STANLEY. The ca. 1900 "block letter" trademark is marked on the face of this uncommon extra-wide caliper rule. A nice example. 75 - 150
422. An early "TYPE 4" JOINTER PLANE, No. 7, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the early "Arch" trademark and some 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra crisp and clean example. 120 - 240
423. A PAIR OF RIGHT AND LEFT HAND CURVED COVE MOLDERS by W. Gaskin, Willlington, England. These special purpose coachmakers planes are both in excellent collector quality condition and marked with the name of this obscure English maker who is noted by W.A. Goodman as having practiced the not uncommon dual trade of planemaker and innkeeper. 250 - 500
424. A READ'S PATENT BUGGY WHIP RACK as patented and produced by James J. Read, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The original label remains on the underside of this interesting Nineteenth Century collectible. 100 - 200
425. An ADJUSTABLE SCRAPER PLANE, No. 212, by STANLEY. The Stanley name is imprinted in the body in the ca. 1907 "Script" trademark. An exceptionally clean example that retains some 95% of its original black japan finish. A nice example of an extremely rare Stanley plane. From a Prominent Canadian Collection. 1000 - 2000
426. A CARVED EIGHTEENTH CENTURY WHETSTONE AND CASE. The owner name and location "A. Adams, Eydon" has been carved in the wooden top of this distinctive tool in the manner of the mid-1700's. 150 - 300
427. A rare BELLOWS' PATENT BEAM MICROMETER as produced by the Standard Tool Company, Athol, Massachusetts in accordance with the specifications of the Bellows Patent of May 21, 1889. It is in top collector quality condition in its original leather case. 350 - 750
428. A CASED SET OF WUNDES' PATENT ENGRAVING TOOLS as offered by Ezra Bowman & Company, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, patented March 12, 1889. All are in new condition in their original fitted box. 300 - 600
429. A rare TRIPLE IRON COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by Johnston, Glasgow, Scotland. This "side window escapement" pattern plane is in excellent condition and very nicely patinated. A classic "hedgehog" plane. 250 - 500
430. An "INDEPENDENCE" BRAND DOVETAIL SAW by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This 14 point crosscut type saw has the special order rosewood handle. It is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 100 - 200
431. A FANCY GRAIN PAINTED TOOL CHEST having a fitted walnut interior, dovetailed tills and a brass edge around the top. If you're looking for a tool chest that looks as good on the outside as on the inside, this is it. 600 - 1200
432. An early CONESTOGA WAGON JACK. This hand forged jack is imprinted with the initials "P.B." and is dated "1808". A classic piece of Pennsylvania forge work. 175 - 350
433. A SEVENTEENTH CENTURY STYLE SMOOTHING PLANE. This exceptionally early plane is fitted with a later hardwood wedge. 200 - 400
434. A RARE & EARLY 18" BLADE HACK SAW, No. 1 1/2, by Henryy Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The back retains nearly all of its original nickel plating. 80 - 160
435. A FANCY DECORATED BRASS TRAVELER marked with the name of owner and presumed maker "L. Cox". An artfully ornamented tool. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 500 - 1000
436. A SET OF FIFTEEN ASSORTED CARVING TOOLS, all marked "Swiss Made". Gouges, chisels and some veining tools, all in unused condition, are included in this full roll of brand new chisels. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 350 - 750
437. A hand forged JAPANESE CARPENTER'S SLICK in the 2 1/2" width. This brand new, unused woodworking tool is fitted with its original teakwood handle and is in ready to use condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 250 - 500
438. An EXTRA EARLY SWING FENCE TONGUE AND GROOVE PLANE, No. 48, by STANLEY. This black japan finish plane is in excellent collector quality condition. 200 - 400
439. An EARLY PATENT CIRCLE CUTTER as patented and produced by Christopher Crammer, Turners Falls, Massachusetts in accordance with the specifications of the November 30, 1875 patent issued to Crammer. According to the patent description, it was designed for cutting large holes, such as those used by a cooper. 125 - 250
440. A STEEL BODY JACK PLANE, No. S 4, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" era trademark on this extra clean example that retains portions of its original decal and some 95% of its original black japan finish. From the Philip E. Stanley Collection. 100 - 200
441. A rare COOPER'S CHIME MAUL. These heavy-duty tools were used for banging on the side of a barrel to ensure a proper fit. 80 - 160
442. A COMBINATION INCLINOMETER AND LEVEL, No. 49, by M.W. Robinson of Brooklyn, New York. Robinson continued the production of the L.L. Davis line of levels after the demise of the Springfield maker. This rare combination level retains some 90% of its original black japan finish and is in exceptionally clean and crisp condition. A nice example of a rare combination inclinometer and carpenter's level. 600 - 1200
443. A BIRDSEYE MAPLE SLITTING GAUGE. This well made gauge locks in place with a hand forged fixing. It has a most appealing smooth golden patina and the grain pattern of the wood is spectacular. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
444. A CLASSIC SCOTTISH PANEL RAISING PLANE by McVicar, Perth, Scotland. This skew set iron plane retains its original screw lock fence on the sole and is in excellent working order. 80 - 160
445. A LEVEL AND INCLINOMETER COMBINATION FOLDING RULE, No. 36, by Stephens & Company, Riverton, Connecticut. Some 95% of the original finishes remain on both of the brass, steel and boxwood of this exceptionally clean and clearly marked example. If you are looking to add an example of this popular tool, which was produced essentially unchanged by three successive makers for nearly eighty years, this one is well worthy of consideration. 100 - 200
446. A rare DAVIS BRAND HACK SAW by the Davis Level & Tool Company, Springfield, Massachusetts. The bow is decorated with ca. 1870's Victorian ornamentation and the blade is fixed in place by a distinctive open brass fixing screw. 100 - 200
447. A CRISPY COVE AND BEAD MOLDING PLANE by Alford W. Mack, Susquehanna Company, Pennsylvania. The toe of this extra clean complex molder has been boldly struck with the "A1" designated imprint of this obscure Pennsylvania maker who reportedly worked in the 1840's. The Mack imprint rates three stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 100 - 200
448. An early COOPER'S CRESSSET these tools held burning faggots that were used for drying the inside of barrels as part of the construction process. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
449. A HAND FORGED BLACKSMITH'S DOOR KNOCKER in the form of a horseshoe and hammer. This early and very nicely patinated novelty is ready to announce the entry of visitors to the shop or tool room. 100 - 200
450. A NORRIS TYPE SMOOTHING PLANE, No. A-6, by Karl Holtey. This special order high quality plane is available only from Karl Holtey, the recognized modern master of woodworking planes. These dovetailed sole bronze and steel planes were last offered at THREE THOUSAND ENGLISH POUNDS -- a price that generated a waiting list of two years. A superb opportunity for a serious craftsman to jump to the head of the line in acquiring one of these contemporary classic planes. Highly recommended. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 2000 - 4000
451. A "SNAPSHOT OF HISTORY" STANLEY PLANE by STANLEY. These two items contain a story that will likely never be told. A Stanley transitional smoothing plane having a cracked handle and a replacement handle bearing the original Stanley shipping tag were obtained some years ago from the same workshop and were illustrated in the "Stanley Tool Collector News" at the time. Had the replacement of the handle been completed, the plane would be yet another transitional plane; but the pairing of the replacement handle and the broken plane captures a moment in time and preserves a picture of the world of tools and work in the early Twentieth Century. 300 - 600
452. TWO BRASS BODY GUN TOOLS including cartridge loading tool by the Bridgeport Gun Implement company and a combination powder measure and funnel device. 80 - 160
453. A MOTORIZED MODEL OF A WOODWORKER AT A LATHE that was reportedly used as a display in the window of a cabinet shop in Southeastern Pennsylvania. The lathe is in working condition and could be set back to continuous turning if the purchaser so desires. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 150 - 300
454. A PINE SHIPWRIGHT'S TOOL CHEST bearing the name of W. White, Devonport, England on a brass plate attached to the front. This finely made chest has fitted mahogany inserts with sliding tills, dovetailed fittings and retains its original rope "beckets". A showy sea chest in top collector quality condition. 600 - 1200
455. A FANCY NAUTICAL DIVIDER having a screw-on protective sleeve to protect the tips when not in use. 125 - 250
456. A SET OF TEN SOCKET TYPE GOUGES, all by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. Size range from 1/8" to 2" widths. All have fruitwood handles and are in nearly new condition. 250 - 500
457. A CASED SET OF TWELVE SOCKET CHISELS by G.I. Mix & Company. One of the chisels is a replacement. All are in excellent condition and could be put directly to use. 175 - 350
458. A VERY WELL PRESERVED BEECHWOOD COOPER'S CROZE by L. & I.J. White, Buffalo, New York. This adjustable croze is in nearly new condition. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 80 - 160
459. A BOOKBINDER'S PLOW PLANE by H. Standish, New York, New York. This plane retains its original cutting iron, which is adjusted by means of a ram's horn pattern wing nut. 100 - 200
460. A CAST BRONE SMOOTHING PLANE, No. LN-1, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This equivalent in size and form to the Stanley No. 1 plane is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
461. A LOW ANGLE BLOCK PLANE, No. 62, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" era trademark on this exceptionally clean example, which retains some 99% of its original black japan finish. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 350 - 750
462. A SET OF EIGHTEEN SKEW BLADE HOLLOW AND ROUND MOLDING PLANES, all by C. Nurse & Son, 32 Mill Street, London, England. All are in nearly new condition and could be put directly to use. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 500 - 1000
463. A PALMER'S PATENT LEVER-ADJUST SMOOTHING PLANE by the Metallic Plane Company, Auburn, New York. Fuly 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this adjustable throat plane, which is marked with the April 27, 1875 patent date. A nice example. 300 - 600
464. A COMMEMORATIVE CHISEL SET by Stanley Tools. These sets were produced in a limited run to commemorate Stanley's 150th Anniversary in 1993. This chisel set, which includes three "Everlasting" chisels, is considered to be among the very best of the items produced in this commemorative line. 200 - 400
465. THREE SMALL SIZE MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by Darling Brown & Sharpe. Included in this grouping are a screw pitch gauge; English and Metric caliper rule and an unusual wire gauge. 80 - 160
466. A COMBINATION TONGUE AND GROOVE PLANE, No. 146, by STANLEY. This, the smallest size of this series, was designed for working with 3/8" stock. It is cast on the handle with the January 20, 1903 patent date. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
467. A CRAFTSMAN MADE PLOW PLANE having a birdseye maple body, hand forged arms and very nicely patinated. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
468. FIVE SPECIAL PURPOSE MOLDING PLANES including a sash plane by Stout; another sas by D. Long; a "toothing" plane by the Ohio Tool Company; and a thumbnail plane by the Owasco Tool Company. 60 - 120
469. A "BLIND MAN'S" FOLDING RULE, No. 7, by STANLEY. The "Notched Rectangle" trademark is imprinted on this nearly new example. These rules were subject to much wear and examples in this condition seldom make their way to market. 80 - 160
470. A rare and complete NARROW SCRAPER PLANE, No. 12 1/4, by STANLEY. The cutting iron of this plane is full and proper and imprinted with Stanley's ca. 1920's "Sweetheart" Trademark. Fully 95% of the original black japan finish remains. 200 - 400
471. A rare EIGHTEENTH CENTURY YELLOW BIRCH ASTRAGAL MOLDING PLANE by D. Denison, reportedly of Stonington, Connecticut. Denison is known to have worked ca. 1780. 600 - 1200
472. A SET OF THIRTEEN TANG TYPE PATTERN MAKERS' CHISELS, all by Buck Brothers, Millbury, Massachusetts. Sizes range from 1/8" to 2" in width. All retain their original applewood handles and are in excellent working condition, noting some minor stains. 350 - 750
473. A rare HANDLED DOUBLE IRON COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by A. Mathieson & Sons, Glasgow, Scotland. This quirk ogee with bevel profile planes cuts a mold 2 1/2" in width. 200 - 400
474. A rare PLASTER CORNICE MOLDING PLANE by L. Gardner, Green Street, Boston. The shaping of plaster cornices is the most plausible explanation we have heard for these distinctive planes, which are seldom found marked with a maker name. 200 - 400
475. FIVE EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING TOOLS, all by William Marples & Company, Sheffield, England. Includeed in this grouping are a quarter round molding plane; two boxwood handle gouges; a mortise chisel; and an unmarked coping saw. 60 - 120
476. TWO NEW YORK MAKER DOOR MOLDING PLANES including examples by A. Miller and Josiah King. Both have fixed widths, are in excellent working order and clearly marked with the maker imprint. 150 - 300
477. A PRECISION SURVEYOR'S TRANSIT by C.L. Berger & Sons, Boston, Massachusetts. This well preserved example includes its original tripod and stick. The instrument is finished with the ca. 1900 era black "crinkle" finish. The full proceeds from the sale of this lot have been donated by a member of the Early American Industries Association for the benefit of the EAIA Endowment Fund. Please bid generously. 350 - 750
478. A magnificent DOUBLE HANDLE STAIR SAW decorated with an inscribed hex sign and marked with the initials "J.A.". A single blade, cut on one side for crosscut and on the other for rip work, can be moved based on the nature of the project. There is a tight crack in one handle, but the saw is otherwise excellent. 200 - 400
479. A TRIPLE BOXED COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This quirk ovolo with bead profile plane has a check in the wood at the heel, but is otherwise in excellent condition. 200 - 400
480. A WEDGE ARM EBONY PLOW PLANE marked with the imprint of one-time owner, C.A. Kewley. This well made and well preserved plane is ornamented with four brass tips on the arms. There are some tight age checks in the arms, but the plane is otherwise perfect. 500 - 1000
481. A COMBINATION SKEW DADO AND RABBET PLANE, No. 46, by STANLEY. This extra clean example is complete with ten original cutting irons. Fully 98% of the original nickel plating remains. 300 - 600
482. An early YELLOW BIRCH ASTRAGAL MOLDING PLANE by Fuller & Field. This 1 1/8" width molder has been boldly struck with the imprint of the imprint of this early Rhode Island planemaking partnership. There is one minor stain on the side, but the plane is otherwise in excellent condition. 500 - 1000
483. An early CHAIR MAKER'S BIT BRACE by J. Dolman, Burton, England. This rare, maker-marked example has a fixed spoon bit and a spring lock chuck. 125 - 250
484. A PAIR OF DOUBLE SIDE BEAD MOLDING PLANES including a 1/16" size by C. Fuller and a 1/4" example by C. Prescott. Both are in clean and sound condition. 80 - 160
485. A corrugated sole "BEDROCK" PATTERN JOINTER PLANE, No. 7 C, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This example has the optional rosewood handles and is in new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
486. A PAIR OF SIDE RABBET MOLDING PLANES, both having steel faced soles and boxwood wedges. 80 - 160
487. TWO INTERESTING COOPER'S TOOLS including a fancy European croze and a narrow body sun plane. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
488. A rare PHILADELPHIA MAKER PIANO MAKER'S BRACE by E. Mills & Company, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The body is marked with the "Exhibition Medal" designation on this scarce special purpose brace. 400 - 800
489. A SET OF TEN COCOBOLO HANDLE CHISELS, all by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. Sizes range from 1/8" to 1" widths. All are in unused condition in their original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 300 - 600
490. A FOLDING HANDLE DRAW KNIFE by T.H. Witherby, Winsted, Connecticut complete with a pair of adjustable chamfer guides. This example is in new condition in its original box, noting some tape on the outside of the box. 100 - 200
491. A MASSIVE YELLOW BIRCH CROWN MOLDING PLANE having an early offset handle and very nicely patinated. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 500 - 1000
492. An example of THOMPSON'S PATENT MARKING GAUGE as patented and produced by G.H. Thompson, Somerville, Massachusetts under the specifications of a United States Patent issued on October 2, 1900. This rare mahogany and brass gauge appears never to have been used and retains much of its original finishes on both wood and metal. Extra nice. The gauge is not marked with the maker name, but the form is identical in all respects to that shown in the Thompson Patent. There is a small "hang" hole in the beam, but the gauge is otherwise excellent. 100 - 200
493. A "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 603 C, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the ca. 1920's "Sweetheart" trademark and fully 98% of the original black japan finish remains. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 250 - 500
494. An example of SMITH & FRENKS' PATENT COMBINATION WRENCH as produced by the Star Manufacturing Company, Carpentersville, Illinois. The wrench is in its original fitted wooden box with a full set of interchangeable die stocks for the handle. It is clearly marked with the patent date of January 9, 1906 and is in neary new condition in its original box. 125 - 250
495. A COLLECTION OF SIX EARLY SCREW PLATES, all by P.S. Stubs. Many sizes are included in this wide ranging group. All are in excellent working order and could be put directly to use if the purchaser so chooses. 100 - 200
496. An interesting and unusual example of THE CHAPMAN-HUNTER PITCHOMETER LEVEL by James Hunter, James, Leith, Scotland. This unusual nautical tool was used for determining the pitch of a propellor for the purpose of determining its motive generating properties. The first example of this tool that we have seen or offered for sale. 200 - 400
497. An ALBERT PAGE PATENT DOUBLE TONGUE & groove plane, No. 1067, by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. The body is cast with the patent date of October 22, 1912 on this uniquely configured special purpose plane. From the John Delay Collection. 200 - 400
498. A MASSIVE TRIPLE BLADE COOPER'S CROZE by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. This most unusually configured croze of oversize form resembles the Austrian pattern croze, but is clearly marked with the Barton name. 175 - 350
499. FOUR CLEAN AND UNCOMMON EDGE TOOLS including a Stanley No. 82 "Razor Edge" spoke shave; a T.H. Witherby 12" blade draw knife; a Greenlee draw knife; and a Millers Falls No. 1 circular spoke shave. All are in excellent working order. 100 - 200
500. An extremely rare "FOUR SQUARE" GLASS SLIDE MOVIE SCREEN DISPLAY by Stanley Tools. Perhaps the most noteworthy feature of Stanley's "Four Square" line of tools was the thoroughly modern advertising blitz that accompanied its rollout in the 1920's. Stanley had access to the best Madison Avenue advertising firms and relied upon them for the success of the new product. This glass slide was designed to be displayed between films of a double feature or during an intermission period to reach the potential non-woodworking professional for whom these tools were intended. This is the only surviving example of this aspect of the Four Square campaign of which we are aware. Rare. 500 - 1000
501. A most interesting and unusual EARLY PATENT DOOR MOUNT BURGLAR ALARM as patented by Carmi H. Williams, Chicago, Illinois on July 27, 1875. This complex device is the most intricate and graphic of any we have seen in this genre, which seems to have inspired more than its share of inventors. It is in excellent condition, retaining most of its original nickel plating and appearing mechanically perfect. From the Legendary Lode of Interesting Americana of The King of Stuff®. 200 - 400
502. A MOSHER'S PATENT SMOOTHING PLANE as offered by the Birmingham Plane Manufacturing Company of Birmingham, Connecticut. The mechanism of this plane, which was patented on December 16, 1884 features a lever-actuated depth of cut adjustment mechanism. Fully 85% of the original black japan finish remains on this clean, sound and well preserved example. 300 - 600
503. A "BEDROCK" HEAVY JACK PLANE, No. 605 1/2, by STANLEY. This "Sweetheart" era plane is in nearly new condition, retaining its full, original decal. They don't get any better than this. Highly recommended. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
504. A WILLIAMSON'S PATENT JAW BENCH VISE by the Williamson Manufacturing Company, Bradford, Pennsylvania. This lever-adjust vise is cast with the patent date of October 21, 1902. The only example of this turn-of-the-century vise that we have offered for sale. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
505. A EIGHTEN INCH PRECISION SCALE RULE by Darling Brown & Sharpe, Providence, Rhode Island. This precision rule is graduated in 10ths, 12ths, 14th. 16ths, 28ths, 48ths. 64ths and 100ths of an inch. 100 - 200
506. A SET OF THIRTEEN "WHITE STEEL" JAPANESE CHISELS. These chisels range from 1/16" to 2" in width. All are in unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 800 - 1600
507. A BOOKBINDER'S PLOW PLANE AND CLAMP by L.M. Carter, Hyde Park, New York. These very nicely patinated bookbinder's tools are both marked with the maker name. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 300 - 600
508. THREE WOODEN COOPER'S TOOLS including a croze, howel and shave. They are variously fashioned from birch, beech and applewood. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
509. A CAST IRON JACK RABBET PLANE, No. 10 1/4, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This pivoting handle rabbet plane is the equivalent of Stanley's No. 10 1/4 carriage maker's rabbet. This example is in brand new, unused condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
510. A CLASSIC CONNECTICUT HAND ADZE having a fawn foot handle handle fashioned from Yellow Birch. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
511. A TRIPLE BOXED DOUBLE REED MOLDING PLANE by Thomas Napier. This extra large 1/2" size example has been clearly marked with the imprint of this prominent Eighteenth Century Philadelphia maker. 120 - 240
512. FIVE EARLY TYPE SPEED INDICATORS including many patented types. Nearly all have decorative castings. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 90 - 180
513. A TONGUE AND GROOVE PLANE, No. 48, by STANLEY. This "Sweetheart" era example is in nearly new condition in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
514. An ARTICULATED BODY SLITTING GAUGE fashioned from tiger maple and fitted with a hand forged fixing screw. The only such gauge we have seen or offered for sale. Decidedly different. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
515. A CLASSIC CONNECTICUT HAND ADZE in a most unusual small size. This curved blade adze was likely used by a chair maker. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
516. A rare COOPER'S HEAD VISE in a most unusual large size. This distinctive tool is marked only with the owner initial "W". 80 - 160
517. A PAIR OF 1/2" TABLE UNFENCED TABLE JOINT MOLDING PLANES by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. These planes are marked with the designation 1/2" & 1/16" on the heel. Both are in clean and usable condition. 150 - 300
518. An ENGLISH PATTERN ADJUSTABLE DEPTH SAW fashioned from beech and having dual brass adjustment screws. 80 - 160
519. A most interesting and unusual early MULTI-PURPOSE POCKET MEDICAL DEVICE. This tortoise shell handle knife-like tool includes multiple foldaway blades including two scalpels, a small surgeon's saw, a probe, puller and two ebony handle flat metal probes that slide beneath the tortoise shell on either side of the body. The first such device we have encountered, it shows very little evidence of use, noting several age cracks in the tortoise shell. 800 - 1600
520. A SET OF ELEVEN PRISTINE "CRANK NECK" PARING CHISELS, all by Buck Brothers, Millbury, Massachusetts. All retain their original turned applewood handles and are in nearly new condition. A great working set in ready to use condition. 300 - 600
521. A CAST IRON DADO PLANE, No. 39, by STANLEY. Fully 85% of the original black japan finish remains on this uncommon 1/2" size example. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 100 - 200
522. A rare DOUBLE MARKED SHOULDER PLANE by Norris, London, England. The plane is also marked with the name of prominent Birmingham toolmakers "Preston" and was likely purchased from Norris and marketed by them. There are some minor body stains, but the plane is otherwise excellent. 300 - 600
523. A ROSEWOOD INFILL MITRE PLANE by Rt. Towell, London, England. This dovetailed sole plane has an extra tight throat and is in excellent working condition. Only some very minor light pitting in small spots needs mention as an "apology" on this early and very well preserved plane. 400 - 800
524. An EXTRA COMPLEX MOLDING PLANE by Elizabeth Stokoe, London, England. This uncommon quirk ogee, bevel and cove profile molder has been boldly struck with the "STOKOE" imprint of one of the few women who succeeded her husband in the planemaking business. 125 - 250
525. A QUARTER SAWN OAK FOLDAWAY WORK BENCH by Hammacher, Schlemmer & Company, New York, New York. This classic "gentleman's" bench is in excellent condition and very nicely patinated. The single wooden vise on the right side is in excellent working order. A few of the bail handles are missing, but the bench is otherwise in superb condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 2000 - 4000
526. A rare SLIDING DOVETAIL PLANE by Wm. Don, Burton-on-Trent, England. This clean and usable plane has a steel faced sole and is in excellent overall condition. 150 - 300
527. THREE MILITARY GUN TOOLS, all of American manufacture. Included in this lot are a Model 1855 punch.; Model 1879 carbine tool; 45 caliber shell tool. 100 - 200
528. A rare EIGHTEENTH CENTURY CONNECTICUT MAKER TONGUE PLANE by J. Church, Granby, Connecticut. This beech molder is clearly marked with the imprint of this uncommon maker, whose imprint rates five stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes. Church's occupation was listed as "farmer" from 1810 to 1850, so his planemaking may have been limited to winter months. 200 - 400
529. A MAHOGANY AND BRASS COMBINATION LEVEL AND TRY SQUARE by Disston & Morss, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This example retains its original scribe and is marked with the designation "Patent". 150 - 300
530. An EARLY WOODEN BARREL FORM having a foot lever device for tightening the staves into position. A classic cooper's tool in excellent working condition. Whether you start your own winery or use it as an umbrella stand, this will be a great thing to have. Highly recommended. 300 - 600
531. A "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 604, by STANLEY. Fully 98% of the original black japan finish remains on this later-style Bedrock smoother. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
532. An example of PRATT'S PATENT MACHINISTS COMPASS by the J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts, patented February 23, 1886. This early patent compass is in excellent collector quality condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
533. A PATENTED COMBINATION HAMMER AND WRENCH by B. Boardman, Norwich, Connecticut. This pristine example of the Boardman Patent is marked with the patent date of July 10, 1866. It combines, in a single tool, the functions of a pipe wrench, nut wrench, hammer, nail puller and screwdriver. 200 - 400
534. A rare ADVERTISING FOLDING RULE by the New Jersey Steel & Iron Company, Boston, Massachusetts. This most unusually configured rule has a double inside bevel to facilitate measurement at close quarters. 100 - 200
535. An EARLY PATENT SAW SET as patented and produced by Asahel G. Bachelder, Lowell, Massachusetts in accorance with the specifications of the Bachelder Patent of May 18, 1852. This set has received the "VR" rating in the Friberg book on Patented American Saw Sets for "two or less examples seen". 200 - 400
536. A HANDLED PANEL RAISING PLANE by J. Starr, N. Lisbon, Ohio. This massive plane has a three inch cutting iron and has been boldly struck with the name of this uncommon Ohio maker. The Starr imprint rates three stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 200 - 400
537. A "MANTEL CLOCK" INCLINOMETER LEVEL by L.L. Davis, Springfield, Massachusetts. Virtually all of the original pinstriping and some 99% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra clean example, which has been kept in perfect condition thanks to the presence of a fitted wooden box. 500 - 1000
538. AN EARLY WOOD CARVER'S TOOL CHEST. This well made chest includes a variety of carving tools, wooden planes, draw knives, sharpening stones, etc. All of the tools are original to the box, are in excellent working order and could be put directly to use if the purchaser so chooses. 200 - 400
539. A MINIATURE AUSTRIAN COOPER'S CROZE. This classic three-arm croze is complete, in excellent condition and has achieved a most appealing dark golden patina. 125 - 250
540. A MACHINISTS SIX AND ONE-HALF INCH BRASS BOUND LEVEL by Stratton Brothers, Greenfield, Massachusetts. This uncommon variation was never equipped with a plumb vial. It is in excellent condition and clearly marked with the maker name and early patent date. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 250 - 500
541. A PATENT DOUBLE BLADE BEVEL by F. E. Witter, Canterbury, Connecticut, patented February 22, 1887. This mahogany and brass is not marked with the maker name, but the form is unmistakable. There is some tarnish on the blade, but the tool is sound and complete. 125 - 250
542. A MASTER PRECISION LEVEL, No. 199, by L.S. Starrett & Company of Athol, Massachusetts. These extremely precise levels were designed for work requiring a very high degree of accuracy. This one is in nearly new condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 100 - 200
543. A most interesting and unusual AUSTRALIAN GUNNERY RULE marked "W.D. 7146" with the additional designation "Maker Australia". The rule includes a range of levels and an inclinometer gauge. 200 - 400
544. A rare DOUBLE TONGUE AND GROOVE MOLDING PLANE by F. Dallicker, Douglas, Pennsylvania. This clearly marked plane is in excellent collector quality condtion. 250 - 500
545. A GLADWIN'S PATENT tool handle by P.A. Gladwin. Patented April 9, 1878 and complete with one original tool. 250 - 500
546. An early "SOLID NUT" TRANSITIONAL PLANE, No. 25, by STANLEY. Fully 90% of the original black japan finish and some 95% of the original lacquer remain on this pre-lateral "Type 4" offering. 250 - 500
547. A rare ADJUSTABLE THROAT SCOTTISH SMOOTHER of distinctive form. This is the first example of this genre equipped with such a "modern" feature as an adjustable throat that we have encountered. The scroll type "bun" on the front is formed from solid brass. The tool has been cleaned and polished and is ready to display. 200 - 400
548. A HAND FORGED MILLWRIGHT'S "BRAE" STICK. These were used for the leveling and facing of millstones. 200 - 400
549. A PATENT HANDLED PLOW PLANE by D. Kimberly & Sons, London, England. A screw arm mechanism facilitates the adjustment of the fence while keeping it precisely parallel to the body. The original key for turning the screw, a frequently missing part, is present. A nice example of an uncommon English patented plow plane. 200 - 400
550. An extremely rare and nearly perfect HANDLED BOXWOOD PLOW PLANE with patent arms and handle by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. We have seen dozens of examples of the Carpenter patent arms planes, but know of less than a half-dozen specimens of the toted variety. This magnificent example has a massive wedge of Brazilian Rosewood and a matching handle of the same material. The boxwood body has attained a rich golden patina that both contrasts with and complements the rosewood. The toe is marked with the designation "E.W. Carpenter Patent Arms & Handle" and the plane has only minor flecks from the threads that deserve mention as "apologies". A superb example of an extremely elusive early American patented plow plane. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 8000 - 16000
551. A PAIR OF FANCY BRASS TRAMMELS having an oval ended "cutout" pattern. The owner initials "G.W.S." are tastefully engraved on these showy trammels, which have been mounted on a nicely contrasting rosewood beam. 125 - 250
552. TWO EIGHTEENTH CENTURY MOLDING PLANES including a round by Aaron Smith in yellow birch and an unmarked cove and astragal fashioned from applewood. 150 - 300
553. A LATER "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 603, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" trademark on this extra clean example that retains some 98% of its original black japan finish. 100 - 200
554. A MISCELLANEOUS HAND TOOLS OPPORTUNITY BOX LOT including an A.M.T. turning set, a box of C.S. Osborne leather punches and two Arkansas sharpening stones in their original wooden boxes. 80 - 160
555. A PATENT ORNAMENTAL CANDY HAMMER as patented and produced by C.T. Hennig, Brooklyn, New York in accordance with the specifications of a United States Patent issued on September 17, 1901. A showy hammer in excellent collector quality condition. 100 - 200
556. A MISCELLANEOUS HAND TOOLS OPPORTUNITY BOX LOT including a rare 14" length Stanley No. 25 bevel; a Stanley No. 71 p router; a Pexto brace; and an Underhill hatchet. All are in top collector quality condition. 100 - 200
557. A BOXWOOD CUSTOMS CALCULATING RULE by Dring & Fage, London, England. These were used for estimating the volume of liquid in a barrel so that importers and exporters could fund the government boondoggles of the Nineteenth Century. 100 - 200
558. A showy EBONY AND BRASS SIGHTING LEVEL. This fully brass faced level is fitted with pop-up sights and is in excellent overall condition. 200 - 400
559. A most interesting and unusual IRISH PATTERN BLOCK PLANE having a "star of David" device cast in the body of the plane near the toe. 100 - 200
560. A TWELVE-INCH LENGTH CAST IRON CARPENTERS LEVEL by the Davis Level & Tool Company. Fully 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra clean example. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
561. An extremely rare and very well preserved example of the "MARSH DRY MEASURE GAUGE" rule by as produced and marketed by F.E. Marsh of Ware, Massachusetts. These "extreme custom" type rules used a Stanley No. 62 1/2 rule and modified the outside edges for use when computing volumes of containers and the amount of material remaining therein. This well preserved example is in excellent condition and shows very little evidence of use. 500 - 1000
562. A rare "SHUTTLE" SMOOTHING PLANE by STANLEY. This plane is cast with the number designation "HFL L 2082 E". It is in form identical to the Stanley "shuttle" plane and was likely made from leftover stock when the loom shuttle planing business subsided. Fully 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this rare Stanley plane. 600 - 1200
563. An early HAND FORGED SHIPWRIGHTS'S SLICK. This well preserved edge tool retains its original leather "keeper". 100 - 200
564. A HANDLED BOXWOOD PLOW PLANE having boxwood arms and nuts by G.W. Denison & Company, Winthrop, Connecticut. This pristine plow is in nearly new condition. Choice. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 400 - 800
565. A MASSIVE COOPER'S DRAW KNIFE by N. Harris & Company, Cincinnati, Ohio. This 14" cutting edge drawknife is also marked with the name "H. Sprague". From the Byron Boyer Collection. 60 - 120
566. A MINIATURE ENGLISH TYPE MARKING GAUGE by master miniaturist Paul Hamler. Fashioned from rosewood and brass this artfully executed gauge is in brand new condition. 150 - 300
567. A patent INCLINOMETER LEVEL by Edward Helb, Railroad, Pennsylvania, patented July 12, 1904. This example is clean, complete and fully functional. A classic inclinometer. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 200 - 400
568. A "BEDROCK" TYPE HEAVY JACK PLANE, No. 5 1/2 C, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. Fitted with the optional rosewood handles, this corrugated sole example is in brand new condition in its original box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 150 - 300
569. THREE EARLY MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by Darling Brown & Sharpe. Included in this grouping are an Ames Patent caliper; a 12" length solid triangular bench rule; and a 15" precision caliper rule. All are in excellent collector quality condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
570. An ADJUSTABLE TONGUE PLANE fitted with fancy brass screws and having a forged iron fence. A most interesting and unusual woodworking plane. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
571. An example of LEIGHTON'S PATENT PROTRACTOR by the Massachusetts Tool Company, Greenfield, Massachusetts, patented January 17, 1893. This example is excellent overall condition in its original wooden box. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 100 - 200
572. A CLASSIC WOODEN "SPILL" PLANE imprinted with the initials "F.R.". The steel side fence has a sculptural quality and tapers down to serve as a guide for the escapement. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 80 - 160
573. An unusual SOLID BRASS MARKING GAUGE imprinted with the initials "W.H.B." and the designation "Improved". Adjustment of the scribe is accomplished by turning a screw at the end of the shaft. A recessed screw is also used to lock the head in place. A decidedly different marking gauge in excellent collector quality condition. 150 - 300
574. A DOUBLE TONGUE AND GROOVE PLANE, No. 148, by STANLEY. This plane, which was designed for working with 7/8" stock is in brand new, unused condition in its original pasteboard box. 125 - 250
575. A rare "VERTICAL POST" JOINTER PLANE, No. 7, by L. Bailey & Co., Boston, Massachusetts. This complete and original example of one of the earliest designs of this pioneering planemaker is in excellent overall condition, retaining some 60% of its original black japan finish. The proper original cutting iron has been well used, but is intact and original. This is only the second example of this size of the "vertical post" series that we have offered for sale. 2000 - 4000
576. TWO FANCY ENGLISH LEVELS including an ebony "Scottish" type having a filed brass top plate and a rosewood 12" length example having a solid brass top plate. 120 - 240
577. A LONDON SPRING STEEL ROSEWOOD HANDLE HAND SAW, No. 12, by Geo. H. Bishop & Company, Cincinnati, Ohio. This twenty-six inch length twelve point crosscut saw has a carved applewood handle and is in nearly new condition. 125 - 250
578. TWO EARLY PHILADELPHIA MAKER MOLDING PLANES including a quarter round by T. Aikman and a quarter round by Martin. 125 - 250
579. TWO WOODEN BOOK BINDER'S CLAMPS, complete with their original wrench. Both are very well made and are in excellent working order. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
580. A FULLY BOXED COCK BEAD MOLDING PLANE by John Bell, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This classic short length. plane is in top collector quality conditon. A nice example. 200 - 400
581. TWO UNUSED BALL PEIN HAMMERS, both by H. Cheney, Little Falls, New York. Both retain their original decals and are in nearly new condition. The larger size is marked with the number designation "94". The 4 oz. size is not marked with a number, but bears the designation "Uncle Bill's". 100 - 200
582. A rare loop handle version of the "BILLINGS PATENT" SCREWDRIVER as manufactured by the Billings & Spencer Company, Hartford, Connecticut. This nickel plated pocket size magazine screwdriver has an open ring in the handle so that a lever can be used to facilitate torque. Four interchangeable sizes of blade hide in the handle when the tool is not in use. 100 - 200
583. A PATENT "COLLIMATOR" MAHOGANY LEVEL by Fairchild & Joyce, New York, New York. This most unusual level is equipped with a sighting feature and is marked with the designation "Pat. Appl'd for." The Fairchild & Joyce Patent was issued on December 18, 1860. A nice example of an extremely rare pre-Civil War patented level. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 1000 - 2000
584. A MULTI-PURPOSE COMBINATION PLANE No. 45 by STANLEY. This clean and complete example has been kept in top condition in its early metal case. Fully 98% of the original nickel plating remains. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 200 - 400
585. A DOUBLE BLADE SHIPWRIGHTS BEVEL by S. Jaggers, Maker, Newark, New Jersey. This early New Jersey rulemaker is reported to have worked between 1849 and 1861. Jaggers short-lived career may be explained by a notation in the records of the Twenty-Sixth New Jersey Volunteers, Company E of one Stephen Jaggers, who enlisted in this Civil War regiment on September 1, 1861 and is recorded as having "Died of chronic diarrhoea at Camp near White Oak Church Virginia, February 8, 1863". 100 - 200
586. A rare IRON FRAME PLUMB & LEVEL, No. 48, by STANLEY. This tool was produced from 1872 to 1891 only. The tool is clean and sound, noting only some minor stains in the wood. As is the case with all other known examples, is not imprinted with the Stanley name. 250 - 500
587. A STEEP COVE AND ASTRAGAL MOLDING PLANE by D. & M. Copeland, Hartford, Connecticut. This very little used and exceptionally clean molder is marked on the heel with the designation "1 2/8". 100 - 200
588. A SET OF FOUR JAPANESE SAWS, all by the Bridge City Tool Company, Portland, Oregon. All are in unused condition. Examples of the JS-1, JS-2, JS-3 and JS-4 are included in this grouping. 200 - 400
589. A SET OF EIGHTEEN UNUSED CARVING TOOLS, all marked "Swiss Made". Gouges, chisels in flat, bent and fishtail patterns are included. All are in unused condition in a fitted canvas roll. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 350 - 750
590. A "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 604 1/2, by STANLEY. This ca. 1910 trademark example retains some 99% of its original black japan finish and is in top collector quality condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 350 - 750
591. TWO LIGNUM VITAE FACED COOPERS TOOLS, both by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. Included in this lot are a massive head shave and "V" groove croze. In addition to a lignum fitting for the cutter, the croze has a series of five circular inserts of lignum on the working face. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
592. A SET OF FORTY-ONE "SPECIAL" CUTTING IRONS for the No. 55 plane by STANLEY. These cutters are arranged in boxes No. 1 to 4 that were originally intended for the standard issue cutters. They are struck through with a grease pencil mark and may have been provided by Stanley once the original supply of boxes 5 through 8 had been exhausted. 350 - 750
593. THREE EXTRA CLEAN COOPER'S TOOLS including a combination croze and howel; a sawtooth croze; a a small scorp by English maker Ward. 125 - 250
594. A LOT OF ASSORTED PLIER TYPE TOOLS, all by P.S. Stubs. Included in this lot are calipers, dividers, cutters, nippers, etc. All excellent condition. An interesting collection of early hand tools from a respected English maker. 100 - 200
595. A SKEW-BLADE RABBET PLANE, No. 289, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the ca. 1920's era "Sweetheart" trademark on this pristine example that retains some 99% of its original black japan finish and nearly all of its original decal. The original picture label box has some torn corners, but is otherwise complete and intact. A rare "in the box" plane in top collector quality condition. 300 - 600
596. TWO EXTRA CLEAN HAND TOOLS, both by the Bridge City Tool Company, Portland, Oregon. Incuded in this grouping are a No. CS-12 combination square and a No. PD-11 proportional divider. An extra 18" length blade is includd with the combination square. 100 - 200
597. A PAIR OF RIGHT & LEFT HAND EDGE PLANES, both No. 95, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. These bronze body planes are in new condition in their original boxes. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
598. A CURLY MAPLE HANDLE SCREWDRIVER SET by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. These short and long blade screwdrivers are in ew condition in their original boxes. 100 - 200
599. A MASSIVE COOPER'S HEAD SHAVE by D.R. Barton & Company, Rochester, New York. This most unusual shave has an applied rosewood sole and is in excellent overall condition. 100 - 200
600. A SHOOT BOARD AND PLANE, No. 51 & 52, by STANLEY. The Cutting iron is imprinted with Stanley's ca. 1920's "Sweetheart"' trademark. Fully 99% of the original black japan finish remains on this superb example. A rare and perfect Stanley plane that is complete and in top collector quality condition. Extra special. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 1000 - 2000
601. THREE EARLY MAKER MOLDING PLANES including a W. Raymond round; a rabbeting plane by I. Clark; and a 7/8" bead by J.M. Taber. 80 - 160
602. A LIGHT DUTY PLOW PLANE, No. 50, by STANLEY. This rosewood handle plane is complete and in top collector quality condition in its original pasteboard box with a full set of cutting irons. 150 - 300
603. A rare "SARGENT" BRAND CARPENTER'S ADZE by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This 4 1/2" cutting edge adze retains its original handle and is clearly marked with the Sargent logo. The first Sargent axe we have encountered. Rare. From the John Delay Collection. 80 - 160
604. A PATENT UNIVERSAL COMBINATION PLANE, No. 55, by STANLEY. This complete and perfect example is in the extra-wid ca. 1950's pasteboard box. It appears to have been very little, if ever, used. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 500 - 1000
605. A YELLOW BIRCH RABBET MOLDING PLANE by H. Wetherel, In Norton. This early plane has wide, flat chamfers and has a clean and clear maker imprint. Wetherel is believed to have used this imprint ca. 1750. 500 - 1000
606. FIVE EARLY MARKING TOOLS including four branding irons. One of the branding irons imprints the name "Pike". Also included is a log marking hammer that marks the initial "K". From the Byron Boyer Collection. 80 - 160
607. TWO HIGH QUALITY HOROLOGICAL TOOLS BOOKS, both by Theodore R. Crom. Included are copies of "Horological Shop Tools" and "Horological and Other Shop Tools". These books were produced in Editions of 500 and 150 copies, respectively. Superb quality books in top collector quality condition. 125 - 250
608. A WORKING SET OF JAPANESE WOODWORKING TOOLS. This most unusual set includes a virtually complete working set of tools. Included are planes, chisels, a hatchet, hammer, brace, marking gauges, etc. All appear to be in usable condition. 200 - 400
609. A CLASSIC MILLWRIGHT'S PLUMB BOB. This very nicely patinated tool has a reversible tip. There is some tarnish on the tip, but the tool is otherwise excellent and much of the original lacquer finish remains. 150 - 300
610. A CLASSIC "ULTIMATUM" STYLE BRACE by Alfred Ridge. This "trade" brace is marked with the name of a prominent Sheffield tool dealer. The infill is of ebony and it retains its full, original ivory ring. A nice example. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 250 - 500
611. A rare TWENTY-FOUR INCH LENGTH "SKELETON" LEVEL by L.L. Davis. These distinctive levels represent the earliest offerings of this pioneering Nineteenth Century toolmaker and were never marked with the maker name. Fully 85% of the original black japan finish remains. A rare and important level in excellent collector quality condition. 1500 - 3000
612. An unusual DOUBLE BLADE RULE MAKER'S GROOVING PLANE by Clegg, Shepherds Bush, England. This plane has screw lock arms to regulate the cut of the dual grooving cutters. It was used to scribe the lines that run along the length of the rule. The only example of this rare special purpose plane that we have seen or offered for sale. 300 - 600
613. A BRONZE REPLICA OF A ROMAN OIL LAMP. This nicely patinated example is decorated with the figure of a goddess. 200 - 400
614. A SCREW LOCK ARM PLOW PLANE by D.O. Crane, Utica, New York. Crane reportedly learned planemaking from Leonard Kennedy in Hartford, Connecticut, relocated to New Hartford, New York (near Utica) sometime in the late 1820's, where he sold planes in conjunction with Leonard Kennedy, Jr. By 1850, Crane had given up the planemaking trade, moved to Seneca, New York and taken up the practice of dentistry. A nice example that is clearly marked with the maker name and very nicely patinated. 80 - 160
615. A SET OF SEVEN SCULPTOR'S CARVING TOOLS, all marked "Swiss Made". Skew, veining and gouge types, all in unused condition in a canvas roll, are included in this lot. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
616. TWO EARLY KEYHOLE TYPE SAWS including one by Wheeler, Madden & Clemson that retains its original blade and a delicate English saw reported to be a "bowmaker's nock saw" that has no set to the teeth and was used for cutting arrow nocks. 60 - 120
617. An extra clean QUIRK OGEE AND ASTRAGAL MOLDING PLANE by T.J. McMaster & Company, Auburn, New York. This extra boldly struck plane is also marked with the name of the original owner, one "B. Foster". This, the "C" designated imprint, rates two stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes. 125 - 250
618. THREE EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING TAP & DIE STOCK PAIRS, including two by English makers William Marples & Sons. Sizes include 1/2", 3/4" and 1" sizes. A great working set in ready to use condition. 100 - 200
619. An early IVORY HANDLE RACE KNIFE having a brass ferrule and nicely faceted edges. 200 - 400
620. A MASSIVE EARLY VENEER SAW having hand forged fittings and very nicely patinated. 250 - 500
621. TWO SLITTING TYPE MARKING GAUGES including one fashioned from walnut and boxwood and another double rosewood and a brass and rosewood example having dual slitting blades. From the Richard Ducey Collection. 80 - 160
622. THREE EXTRA CLEAN COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES, all by A. Inglis, Delhi, New York. Included are three sizes in the quirk ovolo with bevel profile. All have been boldly struck with the disinctive imprint of this itinerant Upstate New York Maker. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 300 - 600
623. A SEVEN-INCH SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 2, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" era trademark and nearly all of the original decal remains on this extra clean example. 175 - 350
624. THREE EXTRA CLEAN EDGE TOOLS including a Utica Tool Company knife kit; a Collins Machete that retains its original decal; and a roll of Nowill razors in their original box. 125 - 250
625. An early and very well preserved "YANKEE" TYPE PLOW PLANE by Ion Ballou, Providence. This very nicely patinated yellow birch body plane has been boldly struck with the imprint of this early American maker who died before the beginning of the American Revolution. The plane is also marked with the initials "A.W." 3000 - 6000
626. A MAHOGANY INFILL "BADGER' PLANE having a dovetailed sole and a slightly skewed set to the cutting iron. A boxwood wedge works in conjunction with the brass cap to hold the Ibbotson parallel cutting iron in place. A pretty plane in excellent working condition. 200 - 400
627. TWO INTERESTING COACH MAKERS' PLANES including a boxwood sole chamfer plane having an adjustable sole fence and a compass sole grooving plane with offset coachmaker type handle. 125 - 250
628. A rare WASHBOARD MOLDING PLANE by Henry G. White, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This well preserved special purpose plane has been boldly struck with the imprint of this representative of Philadelphia's planemaking White family. 125 - 250
629. A CARVED EUROPEAN "HORN" PLANE inscribed with the date "1737". There is a tight crack to one cheek, but this very nicely patinated plane is otherwise in excellent condition. 150 - 300
630. THREE EARLY SARGENT BENCH PLANES, all by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. All are the early style and are fitted with rosewood handles and knobs. Examples of the No. 408 and 409 smoothers and No. 414 C jack plane are included in this grouping. From the John Delay Collection. 100 - 200
631. THREE EARLY PLANE MAKERS' FLOATS including one having an ornate handle. All are in clean and usable condition. From the Robert Jones Collection. 80 - 160
632. A MULTI-PURPOSE COMBINATION PLANE, No. 45, by STANLEY. This exceptionally clean example is in unused condition in its original box. 250 - 500
633. TWO DEEP SWEEP HAND ADZES including a round hollowing type and a narrow "trenching" type. From the Jan Cover Collection. 125 - 250
634. A "FULTON CLIPPER" EMBOSSED AXE by David C. Fulton, Baltimore, Maryland. The head of this uncommon embossed axe is marked with the designation "Silver Crucible Steel". From the Jan Cover Collection. 100 - 200
635. A HANDLED TRANSITIONAL PLANE, No. 35, by STANLEY. This exceptionally clean example is marked on the cutting iron with the "Type 11" trademark. Fully 98% of the original finishes remain. From the Dr. Stephen Pierrel Collection. 60 - 120
636. A BOX OF SEVEN UNUSED HEAVY SOCKET FRAMING CHISELS, all by the Greenlee Tool Company, Rockford, Illinois. These 1 1/2" width chisels are in their original box, still wrapped in their original wax paper packing. 150 - 300
637. A QUARTER ROUND MOLDING PLANE by I. Jones, Living In Holliston. This well used plane has a replaced wedge and appears to have been reworked. This plane was reportedly made by Jethro Jones, a black Eighteenth Century planemaker who worked with Cesar Chelor and briefly produced planes in Medway and Holliston, Massachusetts before joining the army in the American Revolution. From the Robert Jones Collection. The imprint is exceptionally clear. 200 - 400
638. A ROSEWOOD INFILL PANEL PLANE by Alex. Mathieson & Sons, Glasgow, Scotland. This exceptionally well preserved plane retains its full, original Mathieson parallel iron and is in excellent working condition. This plane is in much the same condition as when it left the "Saracen Works" in Glasgow more than one hundred years ago. Extra special. From the John Edwin Jones, Sr. Collection. 750 - 1500
639. An extra clean SMALL COOPERS JOINTER PLANE fitted with dual cutting irons and having Lignum vitae inlay in the throat. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 150 - 300
640. A "BEDROCK" SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 604 C, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the "Sweetheart" era trademark on this extra clean example that retains some 98% of its original black japan finish. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
641. THREE COOPER'S BUNG BORERS including examples by the Enterprise Manufacturing Company of Philadelphia and an extra clean example by Seymour, Connecticut maker James Swan. Also included in this grouping is an extra clean bung reamer. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 80 - 160
642. A SET OF FIVE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MAKERS' PLANES. All have wooden bodies and wedges and are in excellent working condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
643. TEN FISHTAIL TYPE CARVING TOOLS, all by Ashley Iles, Sheffield, England. Both flat and gouge types, all in unused condition, are included in this set. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
644. A COOPER'S MARKING HAMMER by C.H. Hanson, Chicago, Illinois. This interesting special purpose marking hammer retains its original leather sleeve and is in excellent overall condition. 125 - 250
645. A SET OF SEVENTEEN HOLLOW AND MOLDING PLANES, all by Griffiths, Norwich, England. This set is essentially complete, noting the absence of the No. 17 hollow. All are in excellent condition and could be put directly to use. 250 - 500
646. FOUR SPECIAL PURPOSE GUNSTOCK SCRAPERS. These were used for fitting barrels on early rifles. 80 - 160
647. An exceptionally clean and well preserved STANLEY NO. 1 SMOOTHING PLANE. The trademark is from the ca. 1915 "Type 11" period. Approximately 90% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra nice example. 1000 - 2000
648. An early BRASS AND IVORY DRAFTING SET that is complete and in excellent condition. The date "January 6, 1877" is marked on the lid. 125 - 250
649. A rare "BRIDLE" TYPE PLOW PLANE having boxwood arms, brass tips and screws, No. 11, by Alex. Mathieson & Sons, Glasgow, Scotland. This Scottish classic is in excellent collector quality condition with a full set of cutting irons. From a Prominent Canadian Collection. 350 - 750
650. A FANCY GRAIN PAINTED INCLINOMETER LEVEL by P. Hodge & Company, Warsaw, New York. This unusual level retains nearly its full, original paper label. It is marked with the designation "Pat. Appl'd for", but we have been unable to loacate the patent information. 2000 - 4000
651. THREE EARLY PATENT CALIPERS, all by the Stevens Arms & Tool Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. All are marked with the Patent date of February 14, 1888 and all are in nearly new condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
652. A STEPPED SET OF EIGHT SOCKET FIRMER CHISELS, all by T.H. Witherby, Winsted, Connecticut. Sizes range from 1/8" to 2" widths. Most retain their original handles and all are in excellent working condition. 200 - 400
653. A "STEER'S PATENT' JACK PLANE by C.E. Jennings & Company, New York, New York, patented September 11, 1883. These planes are distinguished by the patent feature--a series of rosewood strips inlaid in the sole. This example has a chip from the tote horn and some minor pitting on one side, but it is otherwise complete and excellent. An increasingly difficult plane to find. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 120 - 240
654. An EARLY BOXWOOD SLIDE RULE by Kerby & Brother, New York, New York. Fully 90% of the original lacquer finish remains on this uncommon American made calculating rule. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
655. An early NINETEENTH CENTURY DOVETAILED WOODEN BOX that retains most of its original robins egg blue paint. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 125 - 250
656. An interesting MACHINED BRASS PRECISION SIGHTING LEVEL. This unusual level is in its original box, which looks to date from ca. 1850. 100 - 200
657. TWO PAIRS OF BRONZE DIVIDERS, both by O. Stoddard, Detroit, Michigan, patented August 27, 1872. Both are in clean and complete condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 100 - 200
658. An early YELLOW BIRCH RABBET MOLDING PLANE by Ion Ballou, Providence. There is a minor split in the wedge, but this plane is otherwise excellent and clearly marked with the imprint of this uncommon Eighteenth Century maker. 500 - 1000
659. A "NO. 4" EQUIVALENT SMOOTHING PLANE, No. 3005, by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Fully 90% of the original black japan finish remains on this mahogany handle corrugated sole smoother. 80 - 160
660. A TWENTY-SIX INCH EIGHT-POINT "VICTORY" CROSSCUT HAND SAW, No. D 115, by Henry Disston & Sons, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This rosewood handle saw is in top collector quality condition. 150 - 300
661. An ADJUSTABLE DOOR MOLDING PLANE by Bensen & Munsell, Albany, New York. This double bevel type is designed to be adjusted by a pair of steel screws through the body. This obscure partnership operated between 1849 and 1850 only. The mark rates two stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 100 - 200
662. A miniature size ROSEWOOD CENTER WHEEL PLOW PLANE as produced by noted miniaturist Paul Hamler. This is only the second example of this Hamler classic that we have been privileged to offer for sale. Paul Hamler announced earlier this year that he will be moving on from tools and will concentrate his energies on the production of small scale reproduction Kentucky rifles. We expect a dramatic increase in the value of the limited number of miniature tools Hamler has produced. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 500 - 1000
663. THREE BIRDSEYE MAPLE WOODWORKING PLANES including a horned "toothing" plane; a tail handle coach maker's plane; and an adjustable spokeshave. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
664. FOUR EXTRA CLEAN MOLDING PLANES, all by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. A most unusual cove with cascading squares; a quirk ogee with bevel; nosing; and rabbet planes are included in this grouping. From the John Delay Collection. 100 - 200
665. TWO EARLY TYPE BLOCK PLANES, both by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. Examples of the No. 106 and 206, both in clean and sound condition, are included in this lot. From the John Delay Collection. 80 - 160
666. A MASSIVE SAWTOOTH COOPER'S CROZE fashioned from chestnut. Designed for extra large barrels, this is the largest such tool we have ever offered for sale. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 80 - 160
667. A "BEDROCK" JOINTER PLANE, No. 608 C, by STANLEY. Fully 95% of the original black japan finish remains on this extra clean example. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
668. TWO EXTRA COMPLEX MOLDING PLANES, both by L. Kennedy, Hartford, Connecticut. Included in this lot are a quirk ovolo, cove and bead and a cove and astragal. Both are in excellent collector quality condition. 150 - 300
669. THREE CONNECTICUT MAKER MOLDING PLANES including a quirk ovolo with bevel by P. Brooks; a P. Brooks quirk ovolo with square; and a cove & bead by Kennedy & Company. From the Ted Lindquist Collection. 100 - 200
670. A LIMITED EDITION HAND DRILL, No. CT-6, part of a limited edition produced by the Bridge City Tool Company, Portland, Oregon. Flawlessly executed in rosewood, brass and steel and serial numbered as No. 747 of a Limited Edition of less than one thousand, this tool was part of the "CT" tool series produced by Bridge City each year with the promise that the tools produced in that series "...were never to be made again." The largest and most mechanically complex tool produced as part of this series, this example is in absolutely perfect condition in its original walnut hinge-top box with original documentation. From the John Feuerstein Collection. 200 - 400
671. A "BEDROCK NO. 602" WHITE BRONZE PLANE, No. LN 2000, by Thomas Lie-Nielsen. This Limited Edition plane is in brand new condition in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
672. A rare BEECHWOOD INFILL ULTIMATUM BRACE by William Marples & Company, Sheffield, England. An early crack in the head has been repaired, but the tool is otherwise in excellent condition. It has been professionally burnished and is ready to display. 300 - 600
673. A TRIPLE BOXED DOUBLE BEAD MOLDING PLANE by Iacob Heiss, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This applewood plane is fitted on the sole with nicely contrasting "interrupted" boxing. 175 - 350
674. A GRECIAN OVOLO WITH BEAD MOLDING PLANE by Israel White, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This dramatic plane has been fully boxed with lignum vitae. It is marked on the sole with the designation "1/2 & Inch". 350 - 750
675. A precision WORKING SCALE MODEL OF A CRANBERRY SORTING MACHINE. Originally purchased on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, this mechanically perfect device is similar to many such devices for which United States Patents were issued in the Nineteenth Century. Of too large a size to be a patent model, this working model would have been used by a salesman to illustrate the features of the machine to prospective buyers without the necessity of bringing them to the full scale machine or the machine to them. It has been finely crafted and is comprised of dozens of individual parts fashioned from walnut, brass and steel. A museum quality model in museum quality condition. 3000 - 6000
676. A CAST IRON CIRCULAR PLANE, No. 020 C, by the Record Tool Works, Sheffield, England. Fully 99% of the original blue japan finish remains on this unused example. 60 - 120
677. TWO EARLY GUN TOOLS including a bullet mold and a brass primer punch. Both were found in the City of Richmond, Kentucky. 100 - 200
678. TWO CLEAN AND USABLE REEDING PLANES, both full boxed types. Included in this lot are a triple boxed double reed with side fence by I. Barnes and an unmarked double bead that is not marked with a maker name. 80 - 160
679. THREE SASH RELATED MOLDING PLANES including a moving filletster by Moseley and a pair of molders by Buck that are marked with the designations "1" and "2". The Buck molders cut a fancier cut than is normally encountered. 120 - 240
680. An ADJUSTABLE BULLNOSE CHAMFER PLANE by Edward Preston & Sons, Birmingham, England. This classic British plane has been very little used and is in excellent working condition. 100 - 200
681. A LIMITED EDITION BENCH PLANE, No. LN 2002, by Thomas Lie-nielsen. sim. Identical in size and form to the Stanley No. 1, this plane is in absolutely perfect, brand new condition in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
682. A RARE 1/2" WIDTH RABBET PLANE, No. 5, by Alex. Mathieson & Sons, Glasgow, Scotland. This rosewood infill plane is in excellent condition and could be put directly back to work. 200 - 400
683. A LATER CORRUGATED SOLE "BEDROCK" JACK PLANE, No. 605 C, by STANLEY. The cutting iron is marked with the ca. 1920's era "Sweetheart" trademark on this nearly new example. Fully 99% of the original finishes remain. Extra crisp. 100 - 200
684. A PAIR OF FULLY BOXED SNIPE BILL MOLDING PLANES by M. Copeland, Warranted. Both are marked with the owner impring "H.G. Griffin". Both of these uncommon American maker marked planes are in top collector quality condition and could be put directly to use. 100 - 200
685. A "BILLINGS PATENT" SURFACE GAUGE as produced by The Billings & Spencer Company, Hartford, Connecticut under the terms of a United States Patent issued on August 1, 1882. This gauge is complete and in excellent collector quality condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 175 - 350
686. TWO EARLY TOOL CATALOGUES, both by the Goodell Pratt Company. Included are the No. 17 dealer catalogue, the last issued independedly by Goodell-Pratt before their merger with Millers Falls; and a No. 10 "Pocket" type catalogue from the 1920's. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
687. TWO YELLOW BIRCH MOLDING PLANES, both by Jn. Tower, Millbury, Massachusetts. Included in this lot are a 1/4" bead and a 3/4" round. 100 - 200
688. A MASSIVE CONTINENTAL COOPERS JOINTER PLANE having a carved throat and a ogee molding cut into the toe. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 225 - 450
689. A ROSEWOOD HANDLE TOOL KIT by London makers Timmins & Son. This rosewood handle set is essentially complete, noting one missing tool, in its original "gentleman's" carry case. 300 - 600
690. A COMBINATION CROZE AND SUN TOPPING PLANE marked "Made by R.A. Lancey". Lancey has been documented as having produced coopers tools in Townsend, Massachusetts in the Nineteenth Century. 80 - 160
691. A GENTLEMAN'S OAK TOOL CHEST by Fenton & Marsden, Sheffield, England, complete with two Fenton & Marsden tools. All of the original green paper labels remain in this classic Nineteenth Century chest. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 200 - 400
692. A HANDLED BOXWOOD PLOW PLANE by J. Denison. There is a chip from the side of the wedge, but this nicely patinated plane is otherwise in excellent collector quality condition. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 150 - 300
693. A FULL SET OF EIGHT PLOW PLANE CUTTING IRONS by Moulson Brothers. All are in excellent condition in a wooden "keeper" case and could be put directly to use. From the Robert Jones Collection. 80 - 160
694. An UNHANDLED BEECH PLOW PLANE having boxwood arms and nuts, No. 510, by the Greenfield Tool Company, Greenfield, Massachusetts. This pretty plane has a most appealing bright golden patina and is in top collector quality condition. 90 - 180
695. 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
696. A PATENT UNIVERSAL COMBINATION PLANE, No. 55, by STANLEY. This example is in nearly new condition in a fitted mahogany case. This plane was originally part of the collection of legendary collector an all-around good guy Paul Kebabian. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 400 - 800
697. A NICKEL PLATED MATCH PLANE, No. 48, by STANLEY. This swing-fenc plane is in new condition in its original pasteboard box with original instructions. There is some tape across the label, but the plane is otherwise perfect. 100 - 200
698. A CLASSIC FRENCH COOPER'S COMPASS of graphic form. A center screw regulates the adjustment of the points of the compass. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 150 - 300
699. A ROSEWOOD PLUMB AND LEVEL, No. 10, by Stratton Brothers. This fully brass bound level has a side plumb vial and is in top collector quality condition. 200 - 400
700. An extremely rare "VEST POCKET PISTOL" by J. Stevens & Company, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. This was the first firearm produced by a company that was famous more for its guns than for its tool. Reportedly, only one thousand of these were produced. This example is in excellent condition and clearly marked with the maker name and the "Vest Pocket Pistol" designation on the top of the barrel. The front sight is missing from its slot, but the piece is otherwise in excellent condition, retaining much of its original blued finish. The holster is a later model added by the previous owner. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 1000 - 2000
701. A GRADUATED SET OF AUGER BITS by the James Swan Company, Seymour, Connecticut. This full set of bits includes sizes 1/8" to 1" and retains its full, original paper label. 100 - 200
702. A SET OF CARVER'S BACKGROUND PUNCHES by Ashley Iles. These punches, which imprint various designs in woodwork, were originally offered by Iles at approximately $10.00 each. This set includes the full set of forty punches. All are in unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 200 - 400
703. A ELEVEN-INCH BLADE BROAD AXE by Sargent & Company, New Haven, Connecticut. This well preserved axe retains its original offset handle and is in excellent working order. 60 - 120
704. A FENCED PANEL RAISING PLANE by itinerant New York State planemaker Archibald Inglis. This 1 5/8" cut plane has been boldly struck with the Inglis/Delhi mark used by Inglis in the Village of Delhi, New York. It is in excellent collector quality condition. From the John Wadsworth Collection. 200 - 400
705. Both volumes of Roger Smith's classic books, PATENTED AND TRANSITIONAL PLANES IN AMERICA, complete with the original dust jackets. 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. Both are in nearly new condition. From the Robert Jones Collection. 100 - 200
706. A working set of SEVEN FULLY BOXED BEAD MOLDING PLANES including six side beads and one center bead. A variety of makers are represented in this assembled set. 80 - 160
707. THREE SMALL SIZE MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by Darling, Brown & Sharpe, Providence, Rhode Island. Included in this lot are a small size bevel; a carpenter's type square; and a slide caliper patented June 14, 1892. All are in clean and sound condition. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 80 - 160
708. A HAND-CRAFTED SPILL PLANE by Ken Runkle, Lafayette, Indiana, complete with a hand-made spill vase. These very well made contemporary craftsman tools were produced by a Founding Member of the Mid-West Tool Collectors Association. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 100 - 200
709. A FULL BOX OF SIX 1/4" CHISELS, all No. 720, by Stanley Tools. All retain their original red stained hardwood handles and are in unused condition. 60 - 120
710. A "BEDROCK" JOINTER PLANE, No. 607, by STANLEY. This later "square side" example is in extra crisp and clean condition, retaining some 98% of its original black japan finish. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 250 - 500
711. A SET OF TWENTY-THREE ASSORTED CARVING TOOLS, all marked "Swiss Made". Gouges and chisels of front bent, back bent, channeler, fishtail, types etc. are included in this group. All are in unused condition. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 500 - 1000
712. TWO BIRDSEYE MAPLE WOODWORKING TOOLS including a chair maker's scraper and a wedge lock marking gauge. From the Mary Lou Stover Collection. 80 - 160
713. An early HAND FORGED MASTING AXE by B.H. Smith, Laconia, New Hampshire. This obscure New Hampshire maker is reported to have worked from ca. 1872 to ca. 1874 only. This early edge tool has been boldly struck with the Smith imprint and it retains its original hickory handle. 60 - 120
714. An early WEDGE ARM COACH MAKER'S PLOW PLANE by Spencer. This well preserved plow of scaled down form has four brass tips on the arms and is imprinted with the name of the original owner, one owner L. Lyman. unusual squared skate tip. The skate tip has a most unusual squared ending that appears original to the tool. 80 - 160
715. THREE OUT-OF-PRINT TOOL REFERENCE BOOKS, all by Kenneth D. Roberts. Copies of "Some Nineteenth Century English Woodworking Tools"; Wooden Planes in Nineteenth Century America, Volume 1; and "Tools for the Trades & Crafts" are included in this lot. All are in top condition and two are signed by the author. 80 - 160
716. A SET OF EARLY FINE WOODWORKING MAGAZINES, issues 1 through 180 by the Taunton Press. All are in excellent collector quality condition. If you read a full issue every other day for a full year, you will barely be able to read them all in that time. 150 - 300
717. A LIMITED EDITION REPRODUCTION AXE as produced by Toolsareart.com. This axe, an exact reproduction of the original sold for a record price at auction during 2005, is one of a Limited Edition of One Hundred. It is in absolutely perfect, original condition in its original satin-lined box. 250 - 500
718. An unusual METALLIC PLOW PLANE marked "Pat. January 8, 1895". We can find no reference to the plane in searching for the patent. 100 - 200
719. A COOPER'S CAST IRON CROZE AND HOWELL by C.F. Close, Rochester, New York. Both are clean and sound and in excellent collector quality condition. 100 - 200
720. A SET OF INTERCHANGEABLE HANDLE GOUGES all in their original fitted wooden box and in nearly new condition. 80 - 160
721. A HANDLED BOXWOOD PLOW PLANE having boxwood arms and nuts, No. 240, by H. Chapin, Union Factory. There is a tight crack in one arm, but the plane is otherwise excellent. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 125 - 250
722. TWO PENNSYLVANIA MAKER MOLDING PLANES including a cove and quarter round by G. Long and a quirk ogee by Butler. 100 - 200
723. An ALUMINUM HANDLE HAND SAW, No. D-100, by Henry Disston & Sons, Danville, Virginia. This stained hardwood handle saw is in brand new, unused condition. 80 - 160
724. TWO NICELY BOXED MOLDING PLANES, both by E.W. Carpenter, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Included in this grouping are a 1/2" side bead and a snipe bill. There is a piece of replaced boxing on the snipe bill, but both are otherwise excellent. 100 - 200
725. A rare LOW ANGLE METALLIC PLANE manufactured by W.C. Scott of Cincinnati, Ohio, ca. 1886. A copy of an advertisement for this plane can be found on page 112 of Patented Transitional and Metallic Planes in America, Volume II. This bronze body plane retains its originla Buck cutting iron and is in top collector quality condition. It is not marked with the maker name, but the form is unmistakable. 600 - 1200
726. A solid LIGNUM VITAE RABBET PLANE marked with the owner imprint "W. inglis". This extra heavy plane has a great grain pattern and could be set directly to work in a modern shipwright's shop. 100 - 200
727. A PATENT TRANSITIONAL PLANE, No. 4, by the Gage Tool Company, Vineland, New Jersey. This 1886 Patent plane is in nearly new condition and offered without apology. 100 - 200
728. An early TURNED BRASS PLUMB BOB having a knurled brass cap and very nicely patinated. 150 - 300
729. A QUIRK OVOLO WITH BEVEL MOLDING PLANE by T. Clark, reportedly of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This boldly struck plane is marked with the "A" designated imprint, which rates three stars for rarity in American Wooden Planes, Fourth Edition. 80 - 160
730. A HAND CRAFTED "SLITTING" TYPE MARKING GAUGE. This nicely patinated gauge has a most interesting handle that has undulating elongations at the base. A pretty tool. 50 - 100
731. SIX EXTRA CLEAN MOLDING PLANES including an Ohio Tool Company ogee and a quarter round; a Fox & Washburn dado; a bead and two rabbeting planes. All are in top collector quality condition. 80 - 160
732. An AIKEN'S PATENT LEATHER SPLITTER by Herrik Aiken, Franklin, New Hampshire, patented March 12, 1823. This early specialty tool of the leather working trade has an extra bold imprint. A most unusual pre-Civil War patented leather working tool. 100 - 200
733. TWO EXTRA CLEAN WOODWORKING TOOLS, both by Plumb, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Included in this lot ar a light duty felling axe and a polled shipwright's adze. Both retain their original handles and are in top condition. 75 - 150
734. A DOUBLE THROAT COOPERS JOINTER PLANE by Addison Heald & Son, Milford, New Hampshire. This well preserved plane has dual adjustable cutting irons. Also incuded in this lot is a "toothing" plane converted for cooper's use from a jointer plane. 125 - 250
735. A LOT OF EXTRA CLEAN MACHINISTS TOOLS, all by the Brown & Sharpe Manufacturing Company, Providence, Rhode Island. Incuded in this lot are a No. 74 micrometer, a caliper, paper gauge micrometer, 1/2" micrometer, compass, depth micrometer, etc. From the Kenneth L. Cope Collection. 100 - 200
736. A MAPLE WANTAGE RULE by Kerby & Brother, New York that is marked with the advertising of and another by George F. Bauer , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This rule is in brand new, unused condition. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 100 - 200
737. SIX UNUSED REFERENCE BOOKS, all by Kenneth L. Cope. Incuded are the three volumes on American machinists tools; the Brown & Sharpe Catalogue Collection; American Planer, Shaper & Slotter Builders; and American Lathe Builders. A great selection from the man who was, without question, the most prolific tool researcher of all time. 50 - 100
738. A FANCY ENGLISH OIL CAN imprinted on a coppper plate with the designation "C. Hales/Spalding Common". 100 - 200
739. A COACHMAKER'S WOODEN CHAMFER SPOKE SHAVE imprintred with the owner mark "F.S. Cooks". 100 - 200
740. A MASSIVE HANDLED SMOOTHING PLANE by C. Fuller, Waltham Street, Boston, Massachusetts. This very little used plane of unknown original intended function has been boldly struck with the imprint of this prominent early to mid-Nineteenth Century Boston maker. 150 - 300
741. An early and very well preserved CASED METAL WORKER'S TOOL KIT. Incuded in the fitted case are a hammer, pliers, a hand vise, wrench, screwdriver, awl etc. The original specific intended function of this kit is not known. 125 - 250
742. TWO EXTRA CLEAN COOPER'S TOOLS including a howel that retains some of its original paper label and a knife type croze. From the Byron Boyer Collection. 80 - 160
743. A CAST IRON DADO PLANE, No. 39, by STANLEY. This 3/4" size plane is in top collector quality condition in its original pasteboard box. From the Dr. Nathan Geurkink Shop and Collection. 175 - 350
744. An early "TYPE 2" COMBINATION PLANE, No. 45, by STANLEY. This plane includes the "long" adjustment rods and a full set of cutting irons. The depth stop is missing. A nice example of a very early example of Stanley's most popular combination plane. 125 - 250
745. A PAIR OF PLANK MATCH MOLDING PLANES by Thomas Grant, New York, New. Both have legible imprints and are in excellent condition, noting one has a sheared tote. 100 - 200
746. An EBONY INFILL ULTIMATUM BRACE by James Howarth, Sheffield, England. This rare alternative to the Marples "Ultimatum" brace has a chuck mechanism that is released by means of a spring lever attached to the side. A scarce English brace by a highly respected maker in excellent collector quality condition. 300 - 600
747. A LOT OF UNUSUAL MEASURING TOOLS including a ring gauge, jewelers gauges, an Alteneder lining rule, etc. From the Norton K. "Bud" Brown Collection. 80 - 160
748. A rare CLOCK CASE MOLDING PLANE by D. Osborn. This fully boxed plane has a most unusual complex profile. 80 - 160
749. A SET OF NINE SIDE BEAD MOLDING PLANES, all by Hields, Nottingham, England. Sizes in this set range from 1/8 to 1" sizes. All are in clean and usable condition and marked with the imprint of owner "F.J. Harrison". 1