$1,896
Iron, Steel, and Brass Wheel Cutting Engine, America, early 19th century, the iron-framed crank-driven engine mounted to a wood base, 11 1/2 in. punched brass dividing plate with nine divisions, straight steel indexing arm, wood handles, wood base 11 3/4 x 22 1/2, wd. with handle 18 in. Note: Crom #2 pictures this tool as figure 1293, and discusses it there, reporting that it was found in a Connecticut attic. It is interesting to note a similar machine used by the Dominy clock makers in East Hampton, New York. See: Charles F. Hummel, With Hammer in Hand , pp 169. Lacking the work holder arbor, attachment board with unexplained saw cuts in a 4 in. section.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-05-01
