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About 35 years ago my FIL asked me if I wanted the old toolbox in the upstairs of the shed he was tearing down. The chest had belonged to my MIL's grandfather. I of course dug it out and cleaned out the decades of mouse nest and dirt and was so pleased with what I found. Among other things, such as wooden planes, were a set of calipers, which have a home next to my lathe, and a set of dividers with his name stamped on them. Other tools which get frequent use are a mill file which is crazy sharp and a draw knife for which I made new handles.
Every time I use one of these tools, I am reminded of stories my MIL has told me about the old gentleman . Every now and then, when I am visiting her, I will tell her off how Ephram's tools still give good use.
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Les
My train of thought has been replaced by a bumper car.
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