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Title: Winchester tools
Post by: broalex on December 11, 2016, 07:37:27 PM

I have a Winchester tool collection that my father left me upon his passing, 12/04/2015. I would like to find a buyer for all or some. I have a few pictures. I also have it posted on vintagevarietiesca. com.

Title: Re: Winchester tools
Post by: mart on December 11, 2016, 08:03:51 PM

Hi there and welcome to the forum !!  Neat tool collection !!  I also have many old tools and have had some Winchesters in the past  !!  But we do not have a forum for buying or selling !!  This is  an informational site !!  We would be happy to help with anything you have questions about !!

Title: Re: Winchester tools
Post by: Rauville on December 12, 2016, 09:41:42 AM

I went and looked at your pictures; a nice collection that I'm sure your father spent a lot of time collecting.
I don't believe I've ever seen a Winchester ring compressor. That has to be a rarity. Hope you have good luck with your selling.
 

Title: Re: Winchester tools
Post by: talesofthesevenseas on December 12, 2016, 01:00:42 PM

VERY cool! I used to guide tours at the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose California many years ago. I have a Winchester meat grinder. The Winchester Repeating Arms Company made quite an impressive array of metal items in addition to their guns. Everything from lawn mowers to roller skates.

Title: Re: Winchester tools
Post by: KC on December 12, 2016, 01:59:03 PM

Nice set!

First, you need to determine authenticity.  This article is a starter
https://www.realorrepro.com/article/Winchester-Tools-fake-and-forged-marks-mismatched-pieces (https://www.realorrepro.com/article/Winchester-Tools-fake-and-forged-marks-mismatched-pieces)

Winchester expanded into tools when the bought Simmons Hardware (Keen Kutter tools).  Both brands are VERY collectible.!