On 11/21/2013 4:36 AM, Rob H. wrote:
> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>
> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>
> Larger images:
>
> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>
>
> Rob
>
Posting from my desk top PC, as always. Reading rec puzzles cause my
machine doesn't want to download rec crafts metal working, for some
strange reason.
3031, might be for lining up beams for new construction. I'd sure hate
to drive over a couple of these on airport runway.
3032, reminds me a bit of a plumber's basin wrench. But, this is far too
ornamental.
3033, earthquake grab bar for midgits.
3034, don't know.
3035, probably pilot's calculation device for maps.
Might be for clearing a jammed toaster.
3036 piano metronome.
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Rob H. <[email protected]> fired this volley in
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3031 "Caltrops", (a tire puncture trap)
3032 A hose or tubing fitting wrench?
3033 ??
3034 cable or pipe support to fit tight against a bulkhead... marine duty?
3035 looks to be a checker for the sizes of various washers or o-rings.
Hangs on wall, leaves space to fit devices through the slots.
3036 cap piece of the Washington Monument
LLoyd
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> 3033 Glideslope antenna. Mounted in the nose of an airplane to receive
> the signal for the glideslope component of the ILS landing system.
DAMN! I knew I'd seen one of those inside the nosecone before! (and me, a
pilot!...<duh!>)
And the 'basin' wrench... I knew that name, somewhere in the back of my
head.
Lloyd
Rob H. <[email protected]> wrote in
news:[email protected]:
>
>>>
>>
>>I think you check the coin for the best fit according to
>>the slots, then you'll be able to calculate it's weight
>>where no trustworthy scales are available.
>>
>>Steve
>
>
> You are correct that it's for checking the weight of a
> coin, some of the slots on
> this device are for gold coins, the others for silver.
>
> Still not sure about number 3034 but the rest have been
> correctly identified this
> week:
>
> http://55tools.blogspot.com/2013/11/set-520.html#answers
>
> I haven't decided yet if I'm going to post on Thursday next
> week since it's Thanksgiving, I might opt for Wednesday or
> Friday. When I make a decision I'll post it here and let
> everyone know.
>
>
> Rob
>
This thing looks bassackwards to me. It would seem the larger
coin slots would be closer to center and the smaller slots
towards the outer edge. I see it with my own eyes but still
don't see how it works as advertised.
Rob H. <[email protected]> wrote in
news:[email protected]:
>
>>This thing looks bassackwards to me. It would seem the
>>larger coin slots would be closer to center and the smaller
>>slots towards the outer edge. I see it with my own eyes but
>>still don't see how it works as advertised.
>
>
> I don't own one of these but if I did I would take it to a
> local coin shop and test it with some of their coins. I'm
> sure that the slots closer to the middle are
> for gold and the outer slots are for silver.
>
After a little more research, very little, it turns out that
gold is nearly twice as heavy as silver. I always knew it was
more dense but I never realized there was that much difference.
Knowing that I can see where some of the larger slots that are
closer to the center were for silver and the heavier/smaller
gold coins were weighed in the outer slots.
Stay awake and you learn something every day...
Larry <[email protected]> wrote in
news:[email protected]:
> Rob H. <[email protected]> wrote in
> news:[email protected]:
>
>>
>>>This thing looks bassackwards to me. It would seem the
>>>larger coin slots would be closer to center and the
>>>smaller slots towards the outer edge. I see it with my own
>>>eyes but still don't see how it works as advertised.
>>
>>
>> I don't own one of these but if I did I would take it to a
>> local coin shop and test it with some of their coins. I'm
>> sure that the slots closer to the middle are
>> for gold and the outer slots are for silver.
>>
>
> After a little more research, very little, it turns out
> that gold is nearly twice as heavy as silver. I always knew
> it was more dense but I never realized there was that much
> difference.
>
> Knowing that I can see where some of the larger slots that
> are closer to the center were for silver and the
> heavier/smaller gold coins were weighed in the outer slots.
>
> Stay awake and you learn something every day...
>
Disconnect between brain and fingers. That should be larger
silver coins further away from center and smaller heavier gold
coins closer to center...
Larry
3031. A caltrop. From the size and design, this one is for use against
rubber-tired vehicles.
3032. Porter's key for opening upper bunks on a train?
3035. Part of a Brannock Device.
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On 21 Nov 2013 01:36:37 -0800, Rob H. wrote:
> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
I can't provide you with any help. If the top were closed off I'd guess
a mold for something, but it doesn't look closed off. As for the
others:
3031. Calthrop with an unorthodox design
3032. Torture device: stick it up the victim's anus and twist.
3033. No idea
3035. My first guess was going to be part of a Brannick device, but
it's probably more likely to slice or grate something thin? Somehow I
bet that's way off too.
3036. It's a screw head, of course. Or did you want to know what the
screw is attached to? ;-)
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3035 As all the slots are different sizes, and it is not particularly
rugged, and I think I can see different markings near each slot...
I'll guess this is a gauge, perhaps a wire gauge.
On 11/21/2013 4:36 AM, Rob H. wrote:
> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>
> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>
> Larger images:
>
> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>
>
> Rob
>
Rob H. wrote:
> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>
> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>
> Larger images:
>
> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>
>
> Rob
>
3033 Glideslope antenna. Mounted in the nose of an airplane to receive
the signal for the glideslope component of the ILS landing system.
Largely superceded by simpler, more efficient antennas these days.
Rich
In article <[email protected]>, J Burns says...
>
>On 11/21/13 4:36 AM, Rob H. wrote:
>> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>>
>> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>>
>> Larger images:
>>
>> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>>
>>
>> Rob
>>
>3031: Christmas tree caltrop, for use on sand.
Caltrop is correct, I didn't know this model was called a Christmas tree.
In article <[email protected]>, Alexander Thesoso says...
>
>3035 As all the slots are different sizes, and it is not particularly
>rugged, and I think I can see different markings near each slot...
>I'll guess this is a gauge, perhaps a wire gauge.
Nope, not a wire gauge
>3031 "Caltrops", (a tire puncture trap)
Yes
>
>3032 A hose or tubing fitting wrench?
Nope
>3033 ??
>3034 cable or pipe support to fit tight against a bulkhead... marine duty?
I was also guessing pipe support but haven't verified it.
>3035 looks to be a checker for the sizes of various washers or o-rings.
>Hangs on wall, leaves space to fit devices through the slots.
That's not it
>3036 cap piece of the Washington Monument
Good answer!
>
>LLoyd
In article <[email protected]>, Markem says...
>
>On 21 Nov 2013 01:36:37 -0800, Rob H. <[email protected]> wrote:
>
>>I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>>
>>http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>>
>>Larger images:
>>
>>http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>>
>>
>>Rob
>
>3032 an old basin wrench
Nope
On 11/21/13 4:36 AM, Rob H. wrote:
> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>
> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>
> Larger images:
>
> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>
>
> Rob
>
3035: 8 slots in one direction and 8 in the other. I wonder if it was
used to check coins, particularly where coins from more than one nation
were in circulation. If you can't read what's stamped on the coin, you
see which slot fits the thickness and diameter. If you can read it but
think it may be counterfeit, you check the size with the gauge, then
weigh it.
On 11/21/13 8:35 AM, Rob H. wrote:
> In article <[email protected]>, J Burns says...
>>
>> On 11/21/13 4:36 AM, Rob H. wrote:
>>> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>>>
>>> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>>>
>>> Larger images:
>>>
>>> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>>>
>>>
>>> Rob
>>>
>> 3031: Christmas tree caltrop, for use on sand.
>
>
> Caltrop is correct, I didn't know this model was called a Christmas tree.
>
The OSS used to drop them from airplanes in WWII.
>3035: 8 slots in one direction and 8 in the other. I wonder if it was
>used to check coins,
Very good, you are correct that it was used to check coins, though your guesses
on
how it was used are not in agreement with the patent.
>particularly where coins from more than one nation
>were in circulation. If you can't read what's stamped on the coin, you
>see which slot fits the thickness and diameter. If you can read it but
>think it may be counterfeit, you check the size with the gauge, then
>weigh it.
"Rob H." <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> >3035: 8 slots in one direction and 8 in the other. I wonder if it was
>>used to check coins,
>
>
> Very good, you are correct that it was used to check coins, though your
> guesses
> on
> how it was used are not in agreement with the patent.
>
>
>>particularly where coins from more than one nation
>>were in circulation. If you can't read what's stamped on the coin, you
>>see which slot fits the thickness and diameter. If you can read it but
>>think it may be counterfeit, you check the size with the gauge, then
>>weigh it.
>
I think you check the coin for the best fit according to the slots, then
you'll be able to calculate it's weight where no trustworthy scales are
available.
Steve
>>
>
>I think you check the coin for the best fit according to the slots, then
>you'll be able to calculate it's weight where no trustworthy scales are
>available.
>
>Steve
You are correct that it's for checking the weight of a coin, some of the slots
on
this device are for gold coins, the others for silver.
Still not sure about number 3034 but the rest have been correctly identified
this
week:
http://55tools.blogspot.com/2013/11/set-520.html#answers
I haven't decided yet if I'm going to post on Thursday next week since it's
Thanksgiving, I might opt for Wednesday or Friday. When I make a decision I'll
post it here and let everyone know.
Rob
>3033) Assuming that what is behind it is a mirror reflection, I see
> what appears to be a Type-N RF connector, which suggests that
> this is either a delay line, or a quarter-wavelength or
> half-wavelength stub for something like an antenna.
Yes, that's a mirror behind it.
>
>3034) Hmm ... no size on this. If the notches for the pipes formed
> a horizontal line, I would suggest that this is part of a
> cattleguard (placed in a recess in a gateway. Cattle won't
> cross it, but a vehicle can drive right over it.
>
> But -- since they are forming a slightly concave shape, I think
> that it perhaps forms a bench for outdoors use. Pipes go in the
> notches, and the base fastens to a flat surface. Looks like a
> few too many mounting holes compared to what I think that it
> needs.
The owner had found two sets of these, and as you suggest, was planning to make
benches out of them though we don't know yet if that was actually their intended
purpose.
>3036) Again -- no size. And slotted head screws are made in all
> kinds of sizes.
There is a centimeter scale in the photo itself.
>This thing looks bassackwards to me. It would seem the larger
>coin slots would be closer to center and the smaller slots
>towards the outer edge. I see it with my own eyes but still
>don't see how it works as advertised.
I don't own one of these but if I did I would take it to a local coin shop and
test it with some of their coins. I'm sure that the slots closer to the middle
are
for gold and the outer slots are for silver.
>> This thing looks bassackwards to me. It would seem the larger
>>
>> coin slots would be closer to center and the smaller slots
>>
>> towards the outer edge. I see it with my own eyes but still
>>
>> don't see how it works as advertised.
>
>I think the slots that run perpendicular to the hinge are the coin detectors
>(and
they DO follow your instinct that the heavier ones are closer to the center),
while the ones that run parallel to the hinge are when the item is used as a
postage scale.
>http://stacksbowers.com/auctions/AuctionLot.aspx?LotID=410407
The one that I posted must be an older model, it doesn't have the postal scale
on
it. I found one on ebay that does have the postal marks, they can be seen in the
lower left of this photo:
http://i.imgur.com/atgCgeT.jpg
On 2013-11-21, Rob H <[email protected]> wrote:
> I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>
> http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>
> Larger images:
>
> http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
Posting from rec.crafts.metalworking as always.
3031) I've never seen a sheet metal caltrops before, but that is
obviously what it is. (Something initially to halt mounted
military charges.) These would probably do a nice job of
slicing open tires.
3032) At a guess, something to plug into a removable plate (e.g an
access plate for shutoff valves), turn to lock the handle to the
plate, and lift it out.
3033) Assuming that what is behind it is a mirror reflection, I see
what appears to be a Type-N RF connector, which suggests that
this is either a delay line, or a quarter-wavelength or
half-wavelength stub for something like an antenna.
3034) Hmm ... no size on this. If the notches for the pipes formed
a horizontal line, I would suggest that this is part of a
cattleguard (placed in a recess in a gateway. Cattle won't
cross it, but a vehicle can drive right over it.
But -- since they are forming a slightly concave shape, I think
that it perhaps forms a bench for outdoors use. Pipes go in the
notches, and the base fastens to a flat surface. Looks like a
few too many mounting holes compared to what I think that it
needs.
3035) Looks too thin to be an adjustable height support for shelves,
so I don't really know.
3036) Again -- no size. And slotted head screws are made in all
kinds of sizes.
But the grounding cable terminal looks fairly large -- say at
least for 1-0 wire. And it looks as though the terminal has
been soldered to the spike, which suggests that it is probably
not steel.
So, I'm going to say that this is intended to attract lightning
away from other adjacent things, and to ground it. Certainly
not the shape of the already ancient lighting rods which I knew
in South Texas back in the 1950s, but the shape should suffice
for the purpose, and those screws allow the spike to be replaced
if it gets partially melted by a heavy strike.
Now to post and then see what others have suggested.
Enjoy,
DoN.
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On 21 Nov 2013 01:36:37 -0800, Rob H. <[email protected]> wrote:
>I need some help with number 3034 this week:
>
>http://55tools.blogspot.com/
>
>Larger images:
>
>http://imgur.com/a/Snk2C
>
>
>Rob
3032 an old basin wrench