November 10, 201411 yr comment_56033 Remember this brace from a Moving Day sale? The one with the fancy wood for it's handles? Well, I got after it with the drill press mounted wire brushes, and a good wipe down with some Neverdull pads. Turns out this little 8" brace is at least 100 years old. A Stanley Rule & level Co. of New Britain CONN USA on the chuck. There is a "VICTOR" stamped into the arm. On the other side from that stamping......No.935 8in Ratchet parts work like new. The wood handles are Rosewood. Apparently, this was sold as a "Victor" model, about 1907 to 1917, or so. Might need to find some springs for the chuck? Or did it even have any? Wood parts are crack free, too. Not too bad for $5? Report
November 11, 201411 yr comment_56062 That one is sweat Steve! Very clean and great patina, love the black handles. Thanks for sharing! Report
February 3, 201511 yr Author comment_58272 I might be getting a few of these things... Just pick a drill size, and away you go.. Report
February 12, 201511 yr comment_58525 A very nice collection indeed! Steve just keeps collecting and collecting Miataguy! By the way, welcome to the community! Report
March 2, 201511 yr comment_59038 I thought I was bad with having 3 braces. I never did clean them up so I couldn't tell you what they are. After seeing what you've done I will have to try. Report
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