Odd tools.

lckstckn2smknbrls · Sep 23, 2024

What kind of odd tools do you have?
I have a very old and very small pipe wrench. With the jaws closed it measures just under 6".
The jaws work the same with a little tilt, it has a nice wooden grip on the handle. It's just very small.
It works great with small pipe around 3/8".

LDUBS · Sep 24, 2024

I have some.

I think this is the smallest pair of Channel Locks made. They still make this 424 size. This pair is at least 50 years old. Not very practical IMO. I don't think I've ever actually used them.

LDUBS · Sep 24, 2024

This is at the only one like it. I know that because I made it. Purpose is very specific to remove staples from flooring. You know, like the ones they use to put down carpet pads. This works better than anything else I've tried to remove those things.

LDUBS · Sep 24, 2024

This is another homemade tool, but not really too uncommon, especially for folks involved in woodturning. It is a golden ratio divider.

LDUBS · Sep 24, 2024

This is not what you might initially think. It is a nipper for people doing Bonsai trees.

LDUBS · Sep 24, 2024

Last but not least. Another inherited tool I've never used.

LDUBS · Sep 25, 2024

@lckstckn2smknbrls , you may have created a monster! haha. Truth is this thread hit right when I was going through all the stuff in my garage. I am eliminating as much stuff (big and small) as possible and doing a major remodel of the cabinets & work bench. My son is taking everything so if I have a need I know where to go. Objective is to fit both cars in the garage.

Here is a handheld countersink or a deburring tool. Not sure which. As original it was made to fit in a brace. I added the handle just for fun because I don't have a brace and I must have had nothing better to do that day.

LDUBS · Sep 25, 2024

The pilot bits on the right with the adjustable depth collar are from Sears & Roebuck around mid to late '70's. They work pretty well, especially if you want to send smoke signals. The pilot bit on the left is my favorite when I want to quickly deal with installing a lot of screws.

LDUBS · Sep 25, 2024

It is called a gimlet. I have a couple. Might have used it once or twice.

Lost But Happy · Sep 25, 2024

Only reason that it's odd, is cuz of it's country of origin

airshot · Sep 25, 2024

LDUBS said:
I have some.

I think this is the smallest pair of Channel Locks made. They still make this 424 size. This pair is at least 50 years old. Not very practical IMO. I don't think I've ever actually used them.

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Have a pair like that, only use them fir making fishing rigs, great small crimper and yes for some very small electric connections

LDUBS said:
@lckstckn2smknbrls , you may have created a monster! haha. Truth is this thread hit right when I was going through all the stuff in my garage. I am eliminating as much stuff (big and small) as possible and doing a major remodel of the cabinets & work bench. My son is taking everything so if I have a need I know where to go. Objective is to fit both cars in the garage.

Here is a handheld countersink or a deburring tool. Not sure which. As original it was made to fit in a brace. I added the handle just for fun because I don't have a brace and I must have had nothing better to do that day.

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Have one similar in my toolbox, retired tool maker and yep, I made mine as well!

David Atkins · Sep 26, 2024

LDUBS said:
I have some.

I think this is the smallest pair of Channel Locks made. They still make this 424 size. This pair is at least 50 years old. Not very practical IMO. I don't think I've ever actually used them.

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Use mine but not a lot, was great for holding distributor condenser bolt / nut parts from back in 60's, still have them!

OldSailor85 · Sep 26, 2024

No photo, but my Craftsman table saw is cast iron.

No idea how old it is. It was my uncles and I remember it in his workshop when I was around 5, so 60 years ago. Who knows how old it was already...

LDUBS · Sep 26, 2024

OldSailor85 said:
No photo, but my Craftsman table saw is cast iron.

No idea how old it is. It was my uncles and I remember it in his workshop when I was around 5, so 60 years ago. Who knows how old it was already...

That was my first table saw. Cast iron table with steel wings (solid, not the ones with holes/slots). 24" rip capacity. I got a lot of use out of that old table saw. Built the attached china cabinet, kitchen cabinets, and a lot of other things using that old saw. I eventually graduated from that to a Jet ProShop table saw. I still have that one for the time being.

Sea Antsy · Sep 26, 2024

.. my extra hand

airshot · Sep 26, 2024

LDUBS said:
That was my first table saw. Cast iron table with steel wings (solid, not the ones with holes/slots). 24" rip capacity. I got a lot of use out of that old table saw. Built the attached china cabinet, kitchen cabinets, and a lot of other things using that old saw. I eventually graduated from that to a Jet ProShop table saw. I still have that one for the time being.

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My son is an avid woodworker and has many nice tools. But his nicest tool is his table saw....granite table top !! Never saw one before....actually has micrometer precision adjustments. No vibration at all and quiet.

LDUBS · Sep 26, 2024

airshot said:
My son is an avid woodworker and has many nice tools. But his nicest tool is his table saw....granite table top !! Never saw one before....actually has micrometer precision adjustments. No vibration at all and quiet.

Saw Mill Creek used to be a friendly forum for woodworkers. Probably still is.

GTS225 · Sep 26, 2024

I used to have a pair if these laying around collecting surface rust. Sold them at a swap meet last year.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2636664452...c4JWpTGUkfoIJwbgv4xcgvnmOKNkdt-EaAgNTEALw_wcB

Roger

LDUBS · Oct 26, 2024

Trying to keep this thread going. Maybe we should add old fishing gear.

The following are not odd, but they are old.

The Disston panel saw on the left is from about 1920. I still use it occasionally when I can't use the version that plugs in.

The Simonds saw on the right is a rip saw. It has a Winchester Medallion. I know Winchester tools rebranded Simonds, but this saw still says Simonds on the blade. It should be pre- 1930. I don't use it (my shoulder would probably fall off).

The draw knife has been hanging unused for about 40 years. It will likely remain that way until I give it away.

David Atkins · Oct 26, 2024

LDUBS said:
Trying to keep this thread going. Maybe we should add old fishing gear.

The following are not odd, but they are old.

The Disston panel saw on the left is from about 1920. I still use it occasionally when I can't use the version that plugs in.

The Simonds saw on the right is a rip saw. It has a Winchester Medallion. I know Winchester tools rebranded Simonds, but this saw still says Simonds on the blade. It should be pre- 1930. I don't use it (my shoulder would probably fall off).

The draw knife has been hanging unused for about 40 years. It will likely remain that way until I give it away.

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I still use my old hand saws every day in my shop, the Disston brings back memories; had my draw knife stolen from my Dad's shed when we were building some log furniture, still searching for an old one as they were built sturdy, hang onto that thing!

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