intersting site

[rr]

 Well found this place while researching a new absolute  tool find . I am Ray from SE Texas . I have been the service tech advisor and head tech for one of the largest mechanical contractors in the world . We have installed systems in most  monumental buildings in the Houston Texas area . ( both new stadiums ,med centers and industrial app's.,on the ship channel .) . I just retired a few weeks ago and have more time to devote to my machining and tool collecting hobby . I am a third generation ,plumber ,electrician and mechanical /refrigeration guy and have accumulated an enormous collection of tools and equipment ,some of which I am completely stumped trying to determine there proper  use  .Lol ,thanks for the add

[Papaw]

Welcome from Alvin, Texas !

[papadan]

Well....I don't guess one more dammed Texan could hurt too much! WELCOME to Tool Talk.  Hope I don't misspell your name, rr! ;-)

[lptools]

Hello, rr. Welcome to Tool Talk from Central New York State!!!!! Regards, Lou

[coolford]

Welcome from the Missouri Ozarks, and Yes it is an interesting site.  Even an old fart like me learns something every day or two.

[Northwoods]

Welcome from the (now) snowy north woods of NE Kansas.  Lots of good knowledge here, and a few good people, as well.  ;-) 

[p_toad]

Welcome from chilly, but currently snow-free Ohio.   You should like it here.   Post a few  (lots) of pictures of your "whatsits" and some of the experts here (not me) may have an idea what you've got.    

[mikeswrenches]

Hi, And a warm welcome from sunny and warm Florida.

Mike

[Yadda]

Hi from Missouri City! Post some of your stumpers.  The knowledge here is deep.

[gibsontool]

Welcome from Prince George British Columbia Canada. Lots of good folks here with lots of knowledge
Current temp is 29 degrees with about 1" of snow last night.

[rr]

Thanks Fellows , ill  to post a few pic's of some odd ball  stuff when I get the chance .Trying to maintain a full retirement schedule , (rebuilding a mill ,lathe and trying to finish a boat ) in the middle of a cold front 56 oF ,you folks up north are tough ,Lol