Object Number 1995.0006.196

Object Name

Tool (for wood) (Spirit level)

Category

Tools

Credit Line/Donor

The Alexander Forbes Tool Collection

Creator (Role)

Stratton Brothers (Manufacturer)
1869-1912
Bibliography: Kijowski "E.A.I.A. Directory of American Tool Makers." 1990, pg. 304.

Place of Origin

Greenfield, Franklin, Massachusetts, New England, United States, North America

Date

March 1, 1870 (1870-1870)

Mark or Signature or Inscription or Label

1. Mark; On top plate; An eagle logo with outstretched wings over "STRATTON BROTHERS" arched over "GREENFIELD / MASS" stamped incuse.
2. Inscription; On top plate; "PATENTED / MCH. 1. 1870" stamped incuse.

Materials

Wood; Mahogany; Brass; Glass

Dimensions (inches)

1.3 (H) , 26 (L) , 3.2 (W)

Dimensions (centimeters)

3.3 (H) , 66 (L) , 8.2 (W)

Object Description

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Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes

[Book] Kijowski, Gene W. 1990 Directory of American Tool Makers Colonial Times to 1899.
• For reference to Stratton Brothers, see page 304.
[Book] Salaman, Raphael Arthur. 1990 Dictionary of Woodworking Tools c. 1700 -1970 and tools of allied trades.
• For a description of levels, see page 260-262.