Footprint tools are still going and still made in Sheffield! They have a thumb turn version of the classic pipe wrench which is the only improvement it really needed.
Nice haul. Just came across your channel and i love collecting old tools too. that rose wood angle gauge and that bullet level are beautiful. Do you do any wood working? I made a great dove tail saw out of a cheap gent saw like that. I also use a little hammer like that for adjusting plane irons.
Footprint tools are still going and still made in Sheffield! They have a thumb turn version of the classic pipe wrench which is the only improvement it really needed.
I know! I look at them at the hardware store whenever I'm in there, and there is a factory tour on RUclips!
Nice haul. Just came across your channel and i love collecting old tools too. that rose wood angle gauge and that bullet level are beautiful. Do you do any wood working? I made a great dove tail saw out of a cheap gent saw like that. I also use a little hammer like that for adjusting plane irons.
I never got the hang of woodworking, but I have a crack when necessary. I do like the look of the old gear.
hes right mate. its a ear notcher for cattle. my grandfather had them on his farm.
Thanks for confirming that for me.