Vintage Hewlett-Packard HP-12C Financial Calculator
The Hewlett-Packard HP-12C
is one of the most famous calculators ever made.
Introduced in 1981, it became
the standard financial calculator for bankers,
accountants, mortgage lenders, real estate
professionals, and investment analysts.
Remarkably, it has remained in production for
more than four decades, making it HP’s
longest-selling product.
Vintage Starr X Royal Crown Cola Bottle Opener
If you enjoy collecting nice vintage inexpensive advertising barware then you may think this is a good a nice find as well. I’m thinking early 1970’s pop bottle opener at a garage sale. Americana—perfect for collectors or anyone who appreciates retro barware. One example I found is a metal opener stamped with “ROYAL CROWN COLA” and “BEST BY TASTE TEST” on both sides. It’s about 3.74 inches long and shows some wear from use, but no rust—just the kind of patina that gives it character.
Vintage Felton’s New England Rum 1 Pint Clear Glass Embossed Bottle “Since 1819”
The “Since 1819” embossed on your
Felton’s New England Rum bottle refers to the
founding of the Felton family rum business,
not the age of the bottle itself.
The vintage Felton’s New England Rum 1 Pint
Clear Glass Embossed Bottle is a collectible
liquor bottle bearing a historic brand name.
With the brand’s New England origins, this bottle
is of interest to collectors of vintage bottles.
The clear glass and embossed design add to its
appeal as a collectible.
The Lilly Imperial Folder Pocket Knife
The Lilly Imperial Advertising Gentleman’s Folder Pocket Knife is a collectible folding knife made in the United States between 1946-1956. It features a stainless steel blade with a drop point and pen blade type, measuring 1 3/8″ and 1 3/16″ respectively. The knife has an ambidextrous opening mechanism with a manual manual lock type, and a silver color stainless steel handle. This original two-blade pocketknife is part of the Skyline product line and is a unique piece for collectors of modern folding knives. Read more about the Lilly Imperial Advertising Gentleman’s Folder Pocket Knife.
Collecting Vintage Woodworking Hand Tools
1. Research and Learn
Start by learning about different types of woodworking hand tools, their history, and their uses. Books, online forums, and antique tool websites can be great resources.
2. Identify Key Tools
Some essential vintage hand tools to look for include:
– Chisels: Used for carving and shaping wood.
– Planes: For smoothing and flattening wood surfaces.
– Saws: Different types for cutting various materials.
– Mallets: Used in conjunction with chisels.
– Gouges: For hollowing out wood.
The 1961 Tonka Hydraulic Lift Dump Truck
The vintage 1961 Tonka dump truck is a highly collectible example of early 1960s American pressed-steel toy engineering. Made by Tonka Toys of Mound, Minnesota, it’s considered one of the standout pieces from the company’s “State Hi-Way” and “Hydraulic” series, notable for its realistic mechanical lifting bed.
