What does the X mean on Parker vises?

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I have 2 Charles Parker vises that end in X.

whats the significance?

one is a 1X the other is a 974 1/2 X


thanks

Skip

[rusty]

X is used to indicate the strength of the beer.

One  (X) - Blacksmith may miss anvil occasionally
Two  (XX) - Blacksmith may hit wrong end of anvil occasionally
Three (XXX) - Cat had better hide.

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X is used to indicate the strength of the beer.

One  (X) - Blacksmith may miss anvil occasionally
Two  (XX) - Blacksmith may hit wrong end of anvil occasionally
Three (XXX) - Cat had better hide.

[rusty]

Sorry, I couldn't resist...

[anglesmith]

We actually have Beer Called XXXX here in OZ! But that's not what you want to know is it Skip!
Graeme