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Brand: General Hardware Mfg. Co. (General Tools)
Model / Item No.: No. 40 Washer Cutter
Material: Cast Metal / Steel frame with Brass Scale Plate
Scale / Markings: Imperial (0 to 5 inches on each side, total cutting capacity up to 10\" diameter)
Shank Type: Square Bit Brace Shank / Tapered Shank
Type: Washer & Gasket Cutter / Hole Cutter Tool
Item Description
Up for sale is a vintage General Hardware Mfg. Co. No. 40 Washer & Gasket Cutter made in New York, USA. This classic hand tool features a solid cast construction with an embedded brass scale plate marked from 0 to 5 inches in both directions and double adjustable cutter blades for cutting custom washers, gaskets, or circles in leather, rubber, gasket material, sheet metal, or wood.
Details & Features:
Markings: Clearly stamped \"GENERAL HARDWARE MFG. CO. NEW YORK\" and \"NO. 40 WASHER CUTTER\" on the brass rule plate.
Drive Shank: Tapered square shank designed for use with a manual bit brace drill.
Adjustment: Heavy-duty knurled adjustment thumbscrews and spring-loaded center pilot pin mechanism.
Condition: Good vintage pre-owned working condition. Shows typical age-appropriate patina, surface rust, and wear from past shop/garage use.( ONE BLADE IS BROKEN )Blades and center point are attached. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.
