What is this tool?

William Schrade

William Schrade

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I posed this question in another thread. Identify this tool and I'll send you a copy of the book about my great grandfather George Schrade.

Hint: there is a modern day equivalent in every knife makers shop.tool.jpg
 
Your clue makes it harder not easier. :)

wedge lock "vice-grips". My last guess.
 
It's obviously a clothespin for hanging out your suit of armor on the line to dry after washin' it in the creek.
 
ron_m80 said:
Your clue makes it harder not easier. :)

wedge lock "vice-grips". My last guess.
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You got it Ron. Early version of the Vise Grip. That would stump guys all day at the shows.

The tang is inserted in the short end and a wood wedge is inserted in the long end to hold the blade while grinding.

PM me with your address and I'll send you the book.

Congrats,
Bill
 
I agree, thank you for extending your offer to us both. It is generous of you.

-Ron
 
So then, this tool was really important for grinding the small blades for the folders?
 
I was going to guess it was a wedge lock something or other too !
Perhaps if the wedge was pictured with it I might have ventured a guess.
Next time I wont be so timid !
 
I have a few of these made from wood... you can make one up quickly from a clothespin to hold small parts.

this shows one, scroll down a few projects http://www.lopacki.com/tips/

Cool contest and thanks for sharing the pic!
 
Ha! What a cool and generous thing to do William!!! :cool:

I still like the armor clothes pin idea though. ;) :D
 
Bo, those little pen blades were tough to hold while grinding. That tool measures 4 3/8" long and has quite a grip. I also have his hand vise but feels a little heavy for those small blades.

Sorry no old pictures of it in use.

I displayed it on my table at a show for 2 days and nobody could venture a guess. You Blade Forum guys are sharp dudes.

Thanks for your comments.
 
Thanks for sharing your interesting knowledge and picture with us. What a wonderful gesture.
 
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