What is it? Answers 159

Friday, March 02, 2007



915a. Spirit level, patent number 449609 , can be attached to a straight edge or boring tool, used to level, plumb, or determine the angle of inclination of small objects.






915b. This level clips onto a square or ruler and is also used to measure angles.




Rotating the piece on the back moves the needle on the front:


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916. Bicycle spoke wrench or spoke tightener.
















917. Salesman's sample of folding attic stairs.














918. Marvel can opener, these type openers were made in various sizes.












919. Springs for making a regular chair into a rocking chair, they mount onto the bottom of the front legs.












920. Measurer for loading shells, used with both powder and shot, for rifles, pistols, and muskets.





























































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