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The forum discussion revolves around a faux auction for various items, including a 1998 Yard Machines lawn tractor and a handmade ceramic flatfish priced at $125,000. The lawn tractor, initially listed at $600, is humorously described as a "piece of junk," with bids dropping to $300. Participants share anecdotes about valuable items they had to give away, such as a Kenmore refrigerator and artisan furniture, highlighting the emotional weight of parting with possessions. The conversation also includes playful banter about trading items and the absurdity of auctioning off seemingly worthless goods.

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This discussion is beneficial for casual sellers, collectors of unique items, and anyone interested in the dynamics of online auctions and the emotional implications of selling personal belongings.

  • #91
The annual pre holiday PF faux auction and bake sale is now officially closed. I would imagine a number of people have seen things that they have never seen before and most likely would never want to see again. :D A rusty brake disk with matching boat anchor? What was I thinking. :confused:

On the other hand if anyone has a really special item they want to list the tread will always be here.
 
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  • #92
edward said:
The annual pre holiday PF faux auction and bake sale is now officially closed. I would imagine a number of people have seen things that they have never seen before and most likely would never want to see again. :D A rusty brake disk with matching boat anchor? What was I thinking. :confused:

On the other hand if anyone has a really special item they want to list the tread will always be here.
I can match the brake disc (rotor) and raise by 1/2 dozen, I can only, match the boat anchor, but mine has about 100' of rope attached:).
Pictures before Christmas (maybe) or soon after;), A house full of family coming and a years worth of cleanup to do in 5 days :(:eek::bugeye::oldruck::biggrin:
 
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  • #93
RonL said:
I can match the brake disc (rotor) and raise by 1/2 dozen, I can only, match the boat anchor, but mine has about 100' of rope attached:).
Pictures before Christmas (maybe) or soon after;), A house full of family coming and a years worth of cleanup to do in 5 days :(:eek::bugeye::oldruck::biggrin:

Disc brake ROTOR...How could I have forgotten that. I 'll have to go in for a brain scan right after company leaves. :D
 
  • #94
edward said:
This is the halter General Custer's horse was wearing on that fateful day.
Can I interest you in the spare tire General Custer carried for his horse?

I also have a rung from the ladder Jacob dreamt about.
 
  • #95
Bandersnatch said:
Can I interest you in the spare tire General Custer carried for his horse?

I also have a rung from the ladder Jacob dreamt about.
Bring em on, :D I get the impression that documentation is not of great importance on this thread. o_O:)
 
  • #96
I got to the bottom of a big box of old tools that was given to me and I found a small wrench. I feel in my heart (or it may be just gas) that I should list just one more faux auction item so as to give people a chance to see a bit more of our history. I think that I might have just as well named this thread, "Have you Ever Seen One Of These". The are many old tools are still around because they are nearly indestructible

This is a five inch monkey wrench that was patented in 1901. It was meant for use on bicycles. It is the real deal, no fakes, no fraud, it is genuine Americana. This wrench is worth a small fortune, a very small fortune like a bout 25 bucks.

dpwfly.jpg


And here and much to my great surprise is indisputable documentation.

http://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=14231
 
  • #97
edward said:
I got to the bottom of a big box of old tools that was given to me and I found a small wrench. I feel in my heart (or it may be just gas) that I should list just one more faux auction item so as to give people a chance to see a bit more of our history. I think that I might have just as well named this thread, "Have you Ever Seen One Of These". The are many old tools are still around because they are nearly indestructible

This is a five inch monkey wrench that was patented in 1901. It was meant for use on bicycles. It is the real deal, no fakes, no fraud, it is genuine Americana. This wrench is worth a small fortune, a very small fortune like a bout 25 bucks.

dpwfly.jpg


And here and much to my great surprise is indisputable documentation.

http://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=14231
You must be the twin brother I never knew about :oldsurprised: mine does not shine like yours but it looks about the same:biggrin:
 
  • #98
RonL said:
You must be the twin brother I never knew about :oldsurprised: mine does not shine like yours but it looks about the same:biggrin:

When you mentioned having an old tiller just like mine; was it a Montgomery wards 5 HP with horizontal shaft? Your original engine would probably be the red/orange that they used. The engine on mine is black because I put a new B&S engine on it. What I really need are usable tines. I would be willing to buy the entire tiller.
 
  • #99
edward said:
When you mentioned having an old tiller just like mine; was it a Montgomery wards 5 HP with horizontal shaft? Your original engine would probably be the red/orange that they used. The engine on mine is black because I put a new B&S engine on it. What I really need are usable tines. I would be willing to buy the entire tiller.
After the Christmas activities subside, I'll go out to my property and take a closer look and get some pictures, we'll discuss it later if it is the same, I'm pretty sure it is.:)
 
  • #100
RonL said:
After the Christmas activities subside, I'll go out to my property and take a closer look and get some pictures, we'll discuss it later if it is the same, I'm pretty sure it is.:)

Mine may look a bit different than the original because the engine is different, the tines are about worn out, and I have big wheels and tires on it.

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  • #101
RonL said:
You must be the twin brother I never knew about :oldsurprised: mine does not shine like yours but it looks about the same:biggrin:
And I'm your daddy. :angel:

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  • #102
dlgoff said:
And I'm your daddy. :angel:

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I've seen your picture, junior. ;):D
 
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  • #103
RonL said:
I've seen your picture, junior. ;):D
:oldlaugh: We should have a reunion. :approve:
 
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  • #104
dlgoff said:
:oldlaugh: We should have a reunion. :approve:

I would love to know a few forum people, in a real life setting. :cool::D
 
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  • #105
dlgoff said:
And I'm your daddy. :angel:

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That looks too rusty! Is there any chance that it will get broken in half while working ?
 
  • #106
Medicol said:
That looks too rusty! Is there any chance that it will get broken in half while working ?
It's mostly surface rust and could be used just fine.
 
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  • #107
The monkey wrenches also came in larger sizes.

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  • #108
The big wrenches were for the really big jobs.

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  • #109
edward said:
The monkey wrenches also came in larger sizes.

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I think the term "hand tools" no longer apply :eek::D
 
  • #110
edward said:
The big wrenches were for the really big jobs.

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BTW this was just one of 16 bolts and nuts used to join a generator shaft at the grand Coulee dam in 1942. The bolt and nut weighed 190 lbs.

http://www.usbr.gov/history/archive.html

This is a faux cash deal only. All offers will be considered null and void if not accompanied by "a self addressed stamped envelope". Anyone remember that expression.
 
  • #111
edward said:
BTW this was just one of 16 bolts and nuts used to join a generator shaft at the grand Coulee dam in 1942. The bolt and nut weighed 190 lbs.

http://www.usbr.gov/history/archive.html

This is a faux cash deal only. All offers will be considered null and void if not accompanied by "a self addressed stamped envelope". Anyone remember that expression.
I'm sure it's an optical illusion, but the threads look ultra fine and the nut looks as if it's not running straight (if it's on the right side looking at the picture)o_O:) just glad that I'm not the guy in the picture :D Where's OSHA:oldconfused:
 
  • #112
RonL said:
I'm sure it's an optical illusion, but the threads look ultra fine and the nut looks as if it's not running straight (if it's on the right side looking at the picture)o_O:) just glad that I'm not the guy in the picture :D Where's OSHA:oldconfused:

Here is a better picture I can't even see any threads on the bolt. They must just run only the width of the nut.

http://www.usbr.gov/history/photos/bolt.jpg
 

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