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    Posted 8 years ago

    tennhick
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    This appears to be a variation of a ice tong...but can’t explain the fork in the middle or the tiny eye at the top...any clues???

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    Comments

    1. Toyrebel Toyrebel, 8 years ago
      It kind if looks like an outside caliper with with two sets of calipers side by side. I don't see how it could grab ice. Can the tension be adjusted by the knob?
    2. tennhick tennhick, 8 years ago
      No knobs...
    3. slackjack, 8 years ago
      It is a dual caliper used by a craftsman like carpenter, turner, machinist, or blacksmith. No ice used at all.
    4. Toyrebel Toyrebel, 8 years ago
      Thanks Slackjack.
    5. tennhick tennhick, 8 years ago
      Mystery solved...thanks guys!
    6. fhrjr2 fhrjr2, 8 years ago
      This is called a blacksmith's double caliper. If you google it I am sure you will find it. They aren't commonly found much anymore. You can find them for sale online for some big asking prices.

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