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Up for your consideration is a beautifully preserved, collector-quality example of a vintage North Brothers \"Yankee\" No. 44 Automatic Push Drill. This is a true \"Pre-Stanley\" production piece, highly prized by antique tool collectors for its superior early-century craftsmanship and historical value.While missing just one of the smallest fluted points (extremely common for an 80+ year old tool), the inclusion of the highly coveted original two-piece cardboard box makes this a fantastic find.KEY FEATURES & VALUE MARKERS:
- Partial Magazine (7 of 8 Bits): Unscrewing the handle end reveals the internal rotating storage selector loaded with 7 original fluted Yankee drill points. Only missing one bit from the original factory set.
- Adjustable Tension Collar: Features the knurled collar unique to the No. 44 model, allowing the craftsman to select custom spring tension depending on wood hardness. Mechanism works flawlessly.
- Pristine Chrome/Nickel Finish: The metal casing is bright and clean with crisp, readable stamped branding reading: \"YANKEE\" No. 44 NORTH BROS MFG. CO. PHILA. PA. U.S.A.
- Original Box Included: Comes housed in its original green and yellow pasteboard box. The labels are entirely intact, completely readable, and retain wonderful vintage color with only minimal edge wear typical for its age.CONDITION REPORT:
Mechanically, the drill functions perfectly with a smooth spiral spring-return action. Cosmetically, the metal work and original red accent logo sticker are in beautiful shape with only minor age-appropriate patina. The box is structurally sound with no blown-out corners.Please carefully review all the provided high-resolution photos, as they serve as the definitive visual guide to this item\'s condition.
