Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Set 252

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1423. Over 20' tall:

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1424. Around 11" long, made of solid iron:

















1425. Approximately 16" long:







Another version of the same device, there is a handle on the far end to rotate the drum:

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1426. 3-1/2" diameter:


The five pieces can be moved inwards about 1/2" but can't be removed:

















1427. Sent in by a visitor who is looking to find out what this device is for, 5" long as seen below:

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When folded closed, the curved end can fit over the metal wheel and exert what appears to be some amount of leverage to perhaps press something into shape .

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1428. Submitted by a visitor from from Sydney, Australia:

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3 comments:

  1. 1423. A steam engine

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  2. 1428: camera controller for aerial reconnaisance?

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  3. 1423. Steam engine from a ship/riverboat.
    1424. Wedge for splitting oak strips for basket making.

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