Vintage Moore & Wright Imperial Standard Wire (sizes No. 1-36) Gage Model 1055

US $670

Lake Lure, North Carolina, United States
Aug 14th

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Please See The Description And Multiple Related-Attached Pictures Which Can Be Enlarged To Get An Excellent Comprehensive Visual Overview Of The Fine Condition Of This British-Made Vintage MOORE&WRIGHT Quality Two Disk Imperial Standard Wire (Sizes No. 1-36) Gauge/Gage; Model No. 1055, Coming In An Unrelated But Convenient Gift/Storage Box. Made In Sheffield, England. Vintage MOORE & WRIGHT Imperial Standard Wire (Sizes No. 1-36) Gage Model 1055 VINTAGE MOORE & WRIGHT IMPERIAL STANDARD WIRE GAUGE/GAGE Model 1055 Sheffield, England No Reserve. Low Minimum. Priced To Sell. This MOORE & WRIGHT IMPERIAL STANDARD WIRE GAUGE/GAGE Model 1055 is a two disks arrangement with marked diameter holes to measure wire. Model No. 1055 Imperial Standard Wire Gauge/Gage Wire Diameters: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 Currently, older precision machinist instruments are very desirable by many discerning dedicated machinists, specialty tool collectors, and other craftspeople who have become captivated by the intrigue that formulates in the development of intricate design detail and the resulting premium quality put into the workmanship by tool manufacturers. MOORE & WRIGHT tools, having achieved the reputation for producing remarkable products, are well-designed, ageless, and continue to provide the means to record exacting measurements needed in quality metal work. With its famous reputation, MOORE & WRIGHT has been engineering and supplying quality measuring instruments and particularly superior micrometers for nearly one hundred years. NOTE ON CONDITION eBay bidders who are interested in this MOORE & WRIGHT IMPERIAL STANDARD WIRE GAUGE/GAGE Model 1055 should be aware that this wire gauge/gage does display some signs of use that may have easily come from a machinist environment. While clean, there is evidence of grease/oil around the gage holes along with some oxidation discoloring that might be traced to the work environment. The two disks move freely allowing separation in picking out the desired (1-36) gage wire diameter hole. The mentioned cosmetic surface shortcomings while noticeable and might be recognized to be a slight negative aspect with regard to the value of this wire gauge/gage, this gage is ready for use on an immediate basis. The overall existing state, condition, and the existing state were considered in making appropriate value adjustments in setting the minimum bid amount for this auction. eBay bidders are encouraged to fully examine all pictures and review this input before making any decision to participate in this auction. Using the reference valuation and information guides*, this MOORE & WRIGHT IMPERIAL STANDARD WIRE GAUGE/GAGE Model 1055 might be graded in a FINE rating in accordance with the criteria: FINE: Tool is completely useable; metal is 90-100% and may have a trace of rust and some dark patina; wood 80% original or old finish, smooth surface and edges slightly rounded; minimal wear and no repair; makers marks, if present, are clear and easily legible. NOTE: Grading is an art and not an exact science thereby creating the need for sound judgment. To address the wide scope of possibility, most grading guides are purposely vague and somewhat subjective in nature. Grading combines personal opinion, subject matter research, past experience, and knowledge to allow each individual a distinct perspective in assessing reasonable or acceptable condition. Value determination comes with the rarity, customization, existing item condition as derived from review of available pictures, questions to the seller, and study of pertinent reference materials. Multiple pictures taken at different angles and available lighting may offer the only possible visual overview of specific features along with the revelation of both the highlights and failings to support a sound decision whether to participate in this online auction. BACKGROUND. Frank Moore founded the Moore & Wright organization in 1906. With its manufacturing location in Sheffield, England, the firm has been designing, manufacturing and supplying precision measuring equipment to include calipers, screwdrivers, punches and other engineers tools for over 100 years. With the British government contracting with M&W to manufacture quality micrometers, the company's sterling reputation rose bringing in more business that called for growth and expansion of its facilities that enabled production to reach 20,000 micrometers per month. More about Moore & Wright can be obtained from their web site at https://www.bowersgroup.co.uk/row/product-range/moore-wright.html * REFERENCES & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Antique Trader® Tools Price Guide – 3rd Edition by Clarence Blanchard, Murlands Antique Tool Value Guide – 2007/2008, TOOLS – A Guide For Collectors By Jane & Mark Rees, Encyclopedia of Antique Tools & Machinery By C.H. Wendel, General Catalogue Of Tools & Supplies - BUCK & HICKMAN LIMITED, THE KEN HAWLEY EXPERIENCE By Derek Bateson, HAND TOOLS – Their Ways And Workings by Aldren A. Watson, MOORE & WRIGHT (SHEFFIELD) LTD CATALOGUE No. 55. 1st Edition, and the website: www.moore-and-wright.com The dimensions and the various details/features of this wire gauge/gage are displayed among the multiple pictures provided. The total shipping weight of this MOORE & WRIGHT IMPERIAL STANDARD WIRE GAUGE/GAGE Model 1055 set into an unrelated but convenient gift/storage box and protective packing materials will be approximately 6 ounces. Due to United States Postal Service (USOS) guidelines regarding weight, size, and dimensions, this package will be shipped to the eBay registered mailing address of the auction bidding winner using USPS First-Class Package Service – Retail Mail® Postage. Please note that an invoice showing the total payment breakdown for the (1) winning auction bid, (2) State Tax if applicable, and (3) postage will be sent after the auction. The eBay Auction bidding winner located outside the United States (US), the automated payment software will generate an United States CUSTOMS DECLARATION FORM (CN22) containing the eBay registered mailing address that will be used as the shipping label placed onto the envelope/packet/package. Terms And Conditions 1. This auction item is being auctioned "as is" with the East Coast Bits (ECB) description, condition, suggested evaluation/opinion along with the pictures as shown. Information presented in the listing description comes from combining ECB knowledge and expertise, consignor input, references, conferences with subject matter experts, and in-house research using available written material, and unrestricted accessible graphic and text information made available through the Internet. Often available written and online references are mentioned to provide the eBay bidder an opportunity, as desired, to review more information about the auction item. To comply with eBay policy concerning the prevention of possible malicious intent, only the display of secure hypertext transfer protocol (HTTPS) links will be placed into the listing. 2. ECB attempts to provide multiple photographs using different angles and directional lighting together with adequate descriptive text to assist the eBay bidder in making an informative decision before involvement. While this effort to describe all features/aspects is done in due diligence, it is rare but always possible that some flaw or fault might be missed in the initial assessment and description of this auction item. Note that some pictures may be numbered or identified to bring attention to some feature/detail or functional aspect of the auction item. 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“Please See The Description And Multiple Related-Attached Pictures Which Can Be Enlarged To Get An Excellent Comprehensive Visual Overview Of The Fine Condition Of This British-Made Vintage MOORE&WRIGHT Quality Two Disk Imperial Standard Wire (Sizes No. 1-36) Gauge/Gage; Model No. 1055, Coming In An Unrelated But Convenient Gift/Storage Box. Made In Sheffield, England.”

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