steven newman Posted July 15, 2014 Report Posted July 15, 2014  Well, it came as part of a deal, an old wood level, and a Eclipse nest of saws, one dollar. Got to looking at the level a little closerBecause under that old flaky red paint the farmer had put on itAnd that tarnished brass, there lurked a decent level. Cleaned off the nasty red paint, shined up the brassHardest part was cleaning around those vials, but, they still read true.Hey, if anyone one know polishing brass, it is an old Black Boot Army Guy. Yep.   This is a SW model, made back in the 1920s.Them vials are adjustable, too.   Might not be too bad a deal? Planer? I'm the 'planer', and these are what I use...
Ron Dudelston Posted July 15, 2014 Report Posted July 15, 2014 Sure looks better. Don't repaint it if you don't have to. Ron DudelstonSite AdministratorAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
lew Posted July 15, 2014 Report Posted July 15, 2014 Wow! That cleaned up real good! Lew Kauffman-Wood Turners Forum HostTime Traveler and Purveyor of the Universe's Finest Custom Rolling Pins!
John Morris Posted July 16, 2014 Report Posted July 16, 2014 Nice level Steve, the brass polished up nicely too. I love the adjustable level vile. John MorrisThe Patriot Woodworker
John Moody Posted July 16, 2014 Report Posted July 16, 2014 Steve that is an excellent job on that #3 SW level. That Cherry has a nice even look and you got the brass looking great! Nice save. John MoodySite Administratorhttp://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com“Don’t make something unless it is both necessary and useful; but if it is both necessary and useful, don’t hesitate to make it beautiful.†Shaker Saying
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