Someone recently passed away who left me his tools. I found the following in the set of tools he left me.
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Question is: What is it and what is it for?
What is this tool (found in someone's personal belongings)
Feb 14, 2013
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It is a wrench for removing and replacing watch backs.
Ah, that makes sense. Thanks.
Do you know anything about this machete & knife?
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A closeup on the machete shows it is stamped: US LEGITIMUS COLLINS CO 1942
Here is a closeup of the stamping above on the machete:
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Those are used for cutting stuff.
The Machette is a US military issue - high quality unit. Often used by guys like the army corps of engineers to clear underbrush for surveying.
I'll check that out.
I know how to use a sharpening stone on a small blade - but how do you sharpen something as long as a machete?
Same concept, but use a flat file. Grinder tends to heat the edge, and you lose the temper.
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I know how to use a sharpening stone on a small blade - but how do you sharpen something as long as a machete?
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