The scale is in volts, there appears to be a resistance coil of sorts between what I assume to be the fixed probes so what is this meter for? I was pleased to find the company is still in business, making meters that don't look like this.
Progress is fine, but it's gone on for too long.
with apologies to Ogden Nash...
Monday, April 27, 2026
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Friday, April 24, 2026
3D sander
This is a unique design for a palm sander, looks useful for uneven surfaces. Never seen one in person before, it must not have been a sales success.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Transporting the future, Eames Tandem Sling Seating
How do you transport a multi-seat bench for a waiting room? This sleek. modern aluminum and nylon airport seating system was introduced in 1962 by designers Charles and Ray Eames. The method of transport is more down to earth and not near as modern.
Rain King D-1 sprinkler
These common-item type devices were so much more interesting before plastic was invented. This 1932 patent lawn sprinkler is largely made of cast iron and brass.
Patent 1883264 applies to the design of the sprinkler nozzle, and is assigned to HORACE C. WRIGHT, OF CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, ASSIGNED TO CHICAGO FLEXIBLE SHAFT COMPANY, OF CHICAGO, ELINOIS, A CORPORATION OF ILLINOIS ADJUSTABLE NOZZLE
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
W P Carter
A small (4" long) S wrench with W P Carter stamped on both sides and the letters EVO. After finding nothing online, I'm guessing maybe Mr. Carter was just making sure he didn't lose his tools?
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