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Lot 62: Two Vintage British Tap and Die Sets in Wooden Cases with Large Wrench
A collection of vintage engineering tools comprising two separate tap and die sets housed in their original wooden storage cases, accompanied by a large forged steel tap wrench. The first set, contained in a long rectangular box, features ten hexagonal dies marked with British Standard Whitworth (WHIT) thread sizes including 3/4, 7/8, and 1. The second set, in a smaller square-profile box, contains four circular dies marked with GAS and FRENCH, alongside four corresponding guides in sizes 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, and 1. The tools are constructed from steel and cast iron. The wooden cases feature brass hinges and internal fitted dividers. No manufacturer mark is visible on the components or the cases.
Condition report:
The metal components exhibit significant surface oxidation and heavy rust throughout. The large wrench is structurally sound but heavily weathered. The wooden cases show substantial age-related wear, including staining, scuffing, and structural damage to the internal dividers, particularly in the hexagonal die set. The sets are incomplete, with several empty slots indicating missing taps and components. Untested and sold for restoration.
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