Antique Wood Clamp Genuine Jorgensen Made in America Early Rare Square Blocks

Description: Antique Wood Clamp "Genuine Jorgensen Made in America" Early Rare Square Blocks Another tool from my home belonging to my father-in-law. He was a master furniture maker outside of Boston from the 1930's through the early 1970's. I wanted to learn more about Jorgensen Tools so I could provide a good description and came across the company's history. The following is directly from their website: "REALIZING THE AMERICAN DREAM.Our story began in 1903 when a small company opened up shop in Chicago, Illinois. Founder Adele Holman, a former professional opera singer, envisioned a company that could grow through product innovation, excellent customer service, and woodworking tools with superior performance. She partnered with Hans Jorgensen, a Danish cabinetmaker, and Marcus Russ, a tool salesman. It was an unlikely combination at the time, but it laid the foundation for the Pony Jorgensen brands that woodworkers have come to rely on for high-quality clamps.Adele’s secret identity and success.A woman running a manufacturing company was unheard of in 1903. But that’s exactly what Adele Holman did. She famously signed company documents and correspondences as “A. V. Holman” to hide her gender. Under her leadership, the product line was expanded beyond the original handscrews to include iron clamping products, such as C-clamps and bar clamps, as well as the now-famous Pony pipe clamp. There’s no doubt that Adele’s pioneering spirit set the groundwork for our company values."Who would have thought! The clamp is in working condition and is approximately 16" long. One block is marked: "Genuine Jogensen Made in America" (see 1st photo after the main picture). Make it part of your collection. 240615-1

Price: 26.25 USD

Location: Alton Bay, New Hampshire

End Time: 2024-08-15T21:08:44.000Z

Shipping Cost: 1 USD