Lot 442:
A Collection of Vintage American Hickory Replacement Hammer Handles Including Excelsall and Crescent Brands
Sold for: $45
Description
A collection of vintage replacement hammer handles constructed from genuine hickory, primarily designed for machinist and ball-peen hammers. The group features several handles from the O.P. Link Handle Co. of Salem, Indiana, including multiple examples with red and blue decorative adhesive labels printed Excelsall Genuine Hickory, and red adhesive labels reading Crescent Genuine Hickory. One handle features a blue and white adhesive label from the Sequatchie Handle Works, Inc. reading Indian Fire 12 inch Machinist Hammer Handle. Another handle displays a circular blue and white adhesive label from the Turner, Day and Woolworth Handle Co. printed Forest King. Also included is a handle with a gold-tone adhesive label from Blue Grass Hdw. and Tool, Inc. stating Blue Grass tools are made especially for mechanics. Several handles feature blue ink stamps on the lower shaft indicating their intended use, including Link No. 111-14 for 16-20 oz. Ball Pein and Link No. 105-14 for 16 oz. Hammer. One handle is stamped in black ink Prop Beth Steel Corp. Another handle is stamped with a silver-tone logo and the text 16 inch Mach. or Ball Pein 24 oz. The handles exhibit various wood finishes, including natural, varnished, and flame-treated or charred aesthetics. One handle remains partially covered in its original clear plastic protective wrap at the head. The longest handle measures approximately 18 inches.
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