Popular Post Grandpadave52 Posted August 9, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 So last Friday, I spent most all afternoon and evening performing a series of small jobs for my step-father. The main one was repairing his clothes dryer plus a mixed bag of other things...while picking up my tools in the laundry room, he disappeared for a bit...when I went to check on him, he had pulled these off the fire place mantel where they've "resided" for years. He handed them to me and said "I want you to have these if you want them?" They belonged to his grandfather (a carpenter by trade)... This is not a tool gloat (well maybe just a little), but I was overwhelmed to receive this as family heirlooms...Thanks for looking! I think the one on the left is mahogany??? The one on the right is hard maple. Both are in remarkable good condition for being ~125-150 years old Notice the heavy layers of leather strapping put in place to cushion your hand. Also I'm assuming the optional add on leg bolt to adjust the fence position I think both f these might have been used to cut window sash moldings and also for some trim work as they both have multiple cutters some with a degree of profile The only markings on either were on this one..."great-grandfather's" initials stamped in one end. p_toad, DuckSoup, kmealy and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 What a wonderful gift! They are absolutely beautiful pieces. You're gonna need to talk to @John Moody about a display case! HARO50, John Moody, Grandpadave52 and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stick486 Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 WOW!!! Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerald Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 Tools with HISTORY love it. I have one with a story (my dad made that one) and others that I know where they came from just no story. Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stick486 Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 we talking shoulder. rabbet or molding... versatile combination... Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chips N Dust Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 Very Nice!! Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schnewj Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 Those are some really beautiful planes. I would be really proud to be the custodian of those...it's obvious that they are in the right hands, just where they need to be... HARO50, Grandpadave52 and kmealy 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred W. Hargis Jr Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 Now that's just cool!!!! Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Howe Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 What a great and generous gift, Dave. I'm sure they'll rest in a place of honor in your home. Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HARO50 Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 NICE! They don't build 'em like THAT anymore! John Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al B Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 (edited) Guess your Step father knew these would be well taken care of Dave. What a awesome gift. The wooden threads still in working condition. Edited August 10, 2017 by It Was Al B Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HandyDan Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Your step father thinks highly of you. He gifted them for you to cherish and keep them in the family. You will be able to pass them on to one of yours when the time comes. Very nice indeed. Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Moody Posted August 11, 2017 Report Share Posted August 11, 2017 So cool!!!! Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Priceless! Cal Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Moody Posted September 3, 2017 Report Share Posted September 3, 2017 I would say it is a very nice tool gloat and I would if they had been given to me. Those are so nice and you know the lentiage so that makes them very very special. I love them them and they are beautiful. I can just imagine the hands of a skilled craftsman on them. Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandpadave52 Posted September 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 On 9/3/2017 at 9:16 AM, John Moody said: I love them them and they are beautiful. I can just imagine the hands of a skilled craftsman on them. Thanks for the kinds remarks John. I know I shouldn't covet things such as these...BUT, a little hard not to do so. I find myself doing that quite often with any of the old tools I acquire...holding on to them wondering who/when/what they've done over time like they're going to speak to me...Probably should should less of that and maybe I could get something tangible done. HARO50 and John Moody 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Moody Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 But @Grandpadave52 I believe somehow they do speak to you. That's how I find them when they speak to me and then I have to take them home. HARO50 and Grandpadave52 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundoman Posted September 6, 2017 Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 3 hours ago, John Moody said: But @Grandpadave52 I believe somehow they do speak to you. That's how I find them when they speak to me and then I have to take them home. For me, that is part of the enjoyment! I always try to remember God and family first, then the fun. But holding an oldie of a plane and imagining where it has been sure can have an enjoyable allure for those of us with these interests! And, I feel like we collectively preserve a little history in the process. I hope the next generation still cares....time will tell. But, we are doing our part! Incidently, Those plows are beautiful, Grandpadave!! Enjoyed seeing them. Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Altier Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 Completely and totally amazing pieces of history. He could not have given them to anyone more appreciative than you. Take good care of these treasures. Grandpadave52 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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