Massive End of Year Vintage Tool Haul

[@BladesRKing]

My grandparents had a farm in Smethport, Pa. After my father passed in 2022 I went through all the old tools he had from that farm. Just finished up cleaning many crescent wrenches, pipe wrenches, wood handle screwdrivers, pliers, lanterns, bear trap, Disson saws, drill and awl just like yours etc etc. everything I worked on said made in USA. Nice knowing all those items came from my grandfather and some, I’m sure, came from my great grandfather. I even have that socket tool😂

[@MattsGarage1791]

I know exactly what you mean. did the same with all of my grandfather's tools from his little basement 'workshop'. all made in USA and each one a special memory of him. Barns are a great place to rescue pieces of history like that and glad you have your family's to use and treasure. 👍 Thanks for visiting and sharing that story and Happy New Year New 🎊

[@josephhaddakin7095]

7:10 it almost looks like a mortise chisel that was reground 90°. 21:16 I've got an old 7/16" Allen driven socket set from Handle Lock Wrench Co. Such an odd sized Allen. I think mine is from the '20s. 23:01 that would make a nice First aid kit mounted on your workshop wall.

[@MattsGarage1791]

The No.341 Greenlee? A little more digging and I believe its an old wood turning chisel.

[@MattsGarage1791]

that's an absolutely GREAT idea about the first aid kit!!

[@Mr.ReeveFlatTireFarm]

The old socket sets are so cool!

[@MattsGarage1791]

I've come across partial sets before but never Three Complete sets of different sizes! Score! Hope you and Mrs Chrystal are doing well, miss u guys. Happy New Year! 🎊

[@ivanstiles7030]

Great tool haul Matt! Wow! Those are going to make some great restoration videos

[@MattsGarage1791]

Thanks Ivan! Always appreciate your enthusiastic comments 👍 Definitely, patina makes for great content!

[@toolscouter]

You have a fantastic haul there. Some wonderful find and some great future projects. Thanks so much for sharing and hope you have a great weekend.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Thank you toolscouter! I wonder sometimes why these gems are left behind, knowing how they can be brought back to usable condition with just a little 💪 Thanks again, take care and Happy New Year! 🎊

[@curmudgeinnak]

Nice find in that lot brother. Can not wait to see some cleaned up.

[@MattsGarage1791]

So good to hear from our friends 'up north'! there's a few items I'm really excited to get started on out of that bunch. Take care and Happiest of New Years to you and Sarah.

[@curmudgeinnak]

@@MattsGarage1791 Can't wait to see the progress. Happy New Years to you and Kim.

[@rollerbald]

That is definitely a massive tool haul Matt. There is so much good stuff there I don't know what to comment on! The Montgomery Wards tool box is neat - I also like the Indestro socket sets. what a great assortment of saws! That stuff will keep you busy for a while!

[@MattsGarage1791]

Thanks Bill! We definitely found some diamonds in the rough at these last few estate sales. seems like I'm starting to accumulate a number of old tools from Montgomery Ward. The saws ate so much fun and educational. the saws are far from collector grade and that's what I love about them... I find them for next to nothing and get to bring them back to their former beauty 👍 hard part us picking where to start 😁 thanks again and take care!

[@MyAlaska12]

I've seen that same white ruler. My dad/granddad had them. No clue about them now. Been too many years. The one thing I love about your channel is every once in a while, you will pull out a tool and it takes me back to when I young child with my dad or granddad building something.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hi Bill! Thanks for sharing that - it's good to know that in some little way sometimes the content I put up brings good feelings/memories to viewers 👍 Take care and Happy New Year! 🎊

[@bigfamilyexpedition]

Those sockets are really neat. Nice haul Matt, a lot of work ahead of you. If you ever move you'll need a whole box truck just for your tools, and a lot of help 😂.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hi there Kenny and Chrissy! I was excited to find all three Indestro socket sets in the same place 👍 Its enough work for at least the rest of the winter! And a single box truck MAY work 😁 Take care!

[@bigfootscave445]

Very nice haul. Lots of good tools there. Need to make a run up that way.. have had a craving for some Primanti's and Prantl.. 😊😊

[@MattsGarage1791]

Good to hear from you bigfootscave! There's definitely enough projects in there for the rest of the winter and more. Primanti's is awesome!!

[@stephenkent8903]

I love those H.k Diston Porter loppers. I've never seen on of those before. I have quite a few H.K.Porter Foresters 0,2 and 3. My dad was a machinist at their Somerville Massachusetts plant in the 1960s. I have about 55 tools made there. I new porter acquired Diston, but never knew distance made loppers. Very cool❤.

[@MattsGarage1791]

I agree, the Disston Porter lopers are amazing . . . quite in need of a make-over. but still cool. that's some great history with your dad! thank you for sharing 👍 This is the kind of historical 'detective' work that makes restoring vintage tools so rewarding and enjoyable.

[@357magdad]

Wow! You brought a lot of cool stuff home!

[@MattsGarage1791]

have to give some credit to my wife for her eagle eyes too 😁👍

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Nice little fan. I have a couple two man saws myself.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hey there Ash! I'm telling ya, that little fan really blows! I've restored( and given away/sold ) a few beefy Disston one/two man saws but THIS one is seriously huge!

[@Dalesworkshop]

That is a heck of a haul Matt. some cool and very unusual finds, they will make great projects.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hey there Mr Dale! The cool and unusual, not to mention rusty, seem to find me! Now I need to pick one to start with 😁👍 Best wishes for a Happy New Year! 🎊

[@patjohnson3100]

Nicest grouping of estate sale tools I've seen. Lots of patina to banish. The Indestro sets are amazing. Not only are they complete, they still have their original holders. The awl with the green handle is an unusual design, in my opinion. I don't know about the decal for your particular tool box, but many designs for Craftsman can be purchased online. The cool Delco motor is also a nice find. Most of the vintage hand saws I find are Disstons, (famous PA company) which suggests to me the company had a very large share of the market back in the day. I am old enough to remember the company slogan "Diston Goes the Distance." Looking forward to your restoration videos, and picking up some useful resto tips.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Pat thank you so much - It's always a pleasure to read your comments and hear your thoughts. Really appreciated! The Indestros were cool to find altogether. I haven't seen the large set before with the full sized ratchet on top, and the neat handle on the awl/ice pick is why I snagged it. 👍 I'd really like to purchase a vinyl printing/cutting machine to be able to do all of the missing labels on old tools. Disston saws are so much fun because there are sooo many out there( a FEW in decent shape in the wild ), most need a lot of TLC to bring them back around. And there is so much information compiled on the history of Disston saws to help in research. Disston was actually the largest saw maker in the world at one point early 20th century. Hardest part now is picking a place to start for the next round of restorations! 😁 Thanks again and Happy New Year!

[@Bloodshed.restorations]

Hey Matt! That's a proper haul and 2025 restoration taken care of. Like the desk fan and 3 small socket sets, you're going to be kept busy.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hi Alex! You're right about that, I'll be busy for quite awhile! take care and happy new year 🎊 👍

[@Bloodshed.restorations]

@MattsGarage1791 you have a good one too👍🏻

[@Uwannawatch]

Fantastic Haul Matt! The Shelton set is very cool! A lot of great projects in there, You should start with that super rare 3 nail ball peen hammer. 😅. Take it easy Brother and I'll catch up with ya later.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hey there George! Yep, I'm excited about getting that Shelton socketool cleaned up. 👍 I'm really torn on whether or not to restore that little ball peen hammer or leave it as is - I'd hate to mess with such an historical relic! 😆 I'm eager to dig into some of the saws too. Take care!

[@PandJsHomesteadAdventure]

High five Matt! Next year will be full of more great videos from you! Great haul! We have a few of those tools and we have that fan! Happy holidays to you both.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hi P&J !! Rust/'Patina' seems to make great content 😁 That fan is actually a good little helper in the shop during the summer! Oh, we received the package and everything was intact 👍 it's awesome thank you so much. Happy New Year 🎊

[@PandJsHomesteadAdventure]

@MattsGarage1791 You have great content, no surprise to us! Keep it up! Great to hear it has arrived safe and sound!

[@jarkkovanska6681]

Lot of nice old tools 👍 i wish all good for year 2025

[@jarkkovanska6681]

Look out those 10mm... they wanna always run away 😉

[@MattsGarage1791]

Thanks for stopping by! They'll look even better after a good restoration 👍 And best to you in 2025 as well 🎊

[@MattsGarage1791]

For sure!

[@AA-gj3kt]

2 man saw! 👍👍!!!

[@MattsGarage1791]

Oh yea!

[@AA-gj3kt]

@MattsGarage1791 It will either make a man out of you or break you!

[@MattsGarage1791]

they definitely test you!

[@craiggough3272]

My grandfather was a stone masons i still have his own tools and i use then

[@MattsGarage1791]

That's great! I'm happy to have a few of my grandfather's tools.

[@greghomestead8366]

Just found and subscribed to your channel. I enjoyed the video and will have to check out some of your other videos. Have a Jesus filled day everyone Greg in Michigan

[@MattsGarage1791]

Hello Greg and welcome aboard! Appreciate you stopping by 👍 From the tool haul you can see I'll be quite busy battling patina in 2025 😁

[@greghomestead8366]

Looking forward to seeing them. Greg in Michigan

[@DanaUdapp]

What a great haul! Just 3 takeaways: 1] The Columbian woodworker's vise is a great "get".2) The Delco bench grinder has at least twice the power of what is made today. 3) The Durall utility knives piqued my curiosity. I located a Durall Tool Company in Yonkers that apparently just recently was listed as "permanently closed". At this point, I don't have any more info.

[@MattsGarage1791]

That's great to hear DanaUdapp 👍 The vise is definitely deserving of a fresh look and a proper install on my bench. I was really excited that the Delco spun up right away( and winds down equally smooth ) it needs a good cleaning but will be fine addition to the shop. The 'Durall' style knife is a question mark, it looks exactly like others that have the logo on the sides. Are there Durall catalogs available online? Thanks for the great info and stopping by the channel 👍

[@johndebrular979]

Kieth Rucker knows someone who can help you with the nameplate on the tool box.

[@MattsGarage1791]

Often enough I run into projects where replacing a factory sticker is necessary.

[@craiggough3272]

The black 1299 i have from work

[@MattsGarage1791]

I'm gathering quite the collection of vintage razor blades to restore 👍

[@philipchandler330]

Great video! May I ask the yellow buffer on your bench who is it made by?

[@MattsGarage1791]

Thank you! the benchtop grinder/buffer is from Dewalt. I use it when I need higher speeds and the belt driven grinder/buffer for lower rpm work. 🛠👍

[@craiggough3272]

I have a tape like that

[@MattsGarage1791]

I have a couple of Lufkins but this is the first Belknap I've come across. Haven't done a whole bunch of research yet - do you know the significance of the name on it 'Transatlantic Steel Tape'?

[@HELIOCLEMES]

Legal cara 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@MattsGarage1791]

Thank you! 👍

[@IBRAHIMJAWAD96]

May I ask how much this box cost you with all the equipment in it?

[@MattsGarage1791]

This entire lot comes from at least three different estate sales. I typically just load up a box/duffle bag of items at these events. The toolbox itself and the load of small hand tools stuffed in it probably cost about $40.

[@craiggough3272]

I have Germany plyers

[@MattsGarage1791]

it's interesting to have German manufactured pliers stamped 'Germany' pre WW2, 'US/British zone Germany' right after the war and 'W. Germany' after the division.

[@mrwest5552]

tool haul ?! oh, i have to go to a meeting now . . . . seething breath through nostrils, or call my sponsor, or sneak a glance at my hold out Grainger.

[@MattsGarage1791]

thanks for stopping by.

[@Rudimentary007]

Damn nice tool finds. 🧰

[@MattsGarage1791]

Well, thank you! I generally pick up the rusty, old things others look over. I think they're going to be very rewarding to restore - appreciate you stopping by! 👍