That subject caught your attention, didn't it? No, my tool chest isn't talking to me...... YET. So, many of you saw the pics I have of that old tool chest that I bought. I almost sold it today. But, then I spent a moment to think about something besides how broke I am and decided to keep it. I don't know the age of it. I thought, "if the tool chest could only talk.... oh the places it must have been and things its seen." I haven't found a way to make it talk. So, I'm going to plan b. I'll let you know if plan A ever works and someone should probably check me into a mental ward at that time.
    So, it doesn't have a voice. But, what it does have is the tools that are in it. There are a couple problems with that. Who knows when persons dumped tools into this thing, or how many generations and users it has gone through. But, what I do have is a lot of drill bits.. many different styles and makers, a few wrenches, an entire set of molding planes, and some other tools. SO, if anyone is still reading this, I need everyone's help! I don't know that much about all these tools..... or much at all, for that matter! I'm hoping with all the various styles, finishes, makers, ect. that I can get a better feel for this tool box. I know, maybe I have too much time on my hands. Or maybe I choose to have time and take time for things that matter. This tool box matters. Why? Because I said so!
     This guy (I'm assuming) was a serious handy man. He made a plumb bob out of a rock! Anyhow, some things are clearly newer then others. I'm afraid I took some of the wrenches out of it when I first got it.... now I'm not sure which ones. But, there's still plenty to work with.
   After all, who doesn't love a mystery, right?! I'm going to start taking pictures of the stuff in it tomorrow. I'll expect responses.... from all of you.
cheers
bird

Dang, Jenny-Bird, you make me wish I could stop by your place and shoot the breeze with you while we looked at the tools.  I suspect the drive is a tad bit far from California, though.

Quote from: Bill Houghton on September 04, 2015, 09:17:56 PM
Dang, Jenny-Bird, you make me wish I could stop by your place and shoot the breeze with you while we looked at the tools.  I suspect the drive is a tad bit far from California, though.

Right back at you, dear!

Bird, are ya gonna post photos?  I am sure everyone would like to see the box and contents and maybe somebody here can shed some light into its dark past.

Al

Quote from: Bill Houghton on September 04, 2015, 09:17:56 PM
Dang, Jenny-Bird, you make me wish I could stop by your place and shoot the breeze with you while we looked at the tools.  I suspect the drive is a tad bit far from California, though.

Every time I read one of Birds posts I feel the EXACT same way!  And, I think I may live a bit closer.

Thanks a lot Bird!

I spent 2 hours today prototyping a voice synthesizer, speaker and alarm switches onto a box.

"Close my damn lid and step back a$$#0!*-  I will render your Birth Certificate toilet paper if you don't!"

Sales may be brisk.

Quote from: bird on September 04, 2015, 08:25:32 PM
That subject caught your attention, didn't it?
I thought, "if the tool chest could only talk.... oh the places it must have been and things its seen." I haven't found a way to make it  talk.
So, it doesn't have a voice. But, what it does have is the tools that are in it.
This tool box matters. Why? Because I said so!
     
cheers
bird

Well said, I think a lot us appreciate/acknowledge the previous owners. I found my post below from a couple of years ago.

While cleaning them I noticed the mix I picked up at an actual estate sales .
When I had a chance to look over the mix the old gent owned, it was very interesting.
Garage looked like he was a user, not a polisher.  I hope the guy was happy some one got them that will appreciate them.


Brian

Quote from: amecks on September 05, 2015, 07:06:11 PM
Bird, are ya gonna post photos?  I am sure everyone would like to see the box and contents and maybe somebody here can shed some light into its dark past.

Al

I'll tell you what I tell my mom. "Mom, in 38 years have I ever done anything when I said I would?!!" :) that's why ebay has been good for me...I actually have to ship things r I got away. I guess something has to keep me in check...as sorry as that may be. I starting cleaning up all the different styles of drill bits yesterday. I'm also very curious about the plumb bob...whether it is homemade or not. I'm working on it! Cheers

Quote from: amecks on September 05, 2015, 07:06:11 PM
Bird, are ya gonna post photos?  I am sure everyone would like to see the box and contents and maybe somebody here can shed some light into its dark past.
Al

Gotta see the chest!