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19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool
19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool

19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool

$1,950

H 10.75 in W 22.75 in D 11.75 in

19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool

Located in Norwalk, CT

This is a wonderful piece of 19th century historical memorabilia.

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19th Century European Used Precision Tools

Early 20th Century Machinist Tool Chest by Hammacher Schlemmer
Early 20th Century Machinist Tool Chest by Hammacher Schlemmer

Early 20th Century Machinist Tool Chest by Hammacher Schlemmer

Located in Dekalb, IL

The left compartment contains small drawers and shelving for organizing precision tools and hardware, while a removable till and felt-lined drawer provide protected storage for finer...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Used Precision Tools

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Metal, Iron

A Pair of Industrial Jewelers Chests
A Pair of Industrial Jewelers Chests

A Pair of Industrial Jewelers Chests

$4,720Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 20.75 in W 15.5 in D 15.75 in

A Pair of Industrial Jewelers Chests

Located in Chicago, IL

They contained small precision tools and/or parts. The frame is made from tubular steel and the drawers are made from solid oak with small brass knobs.

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Mid-20th Century French Used Precision Tools

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Steel

Art Deco .375 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring Set in 14/18ct Gold
Art Deco .375 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring Set in 14/18ct Gold

Art Deco .375 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring Set in 14/18ct Gold

Located in valatie, NY

These stones were crafted before modern precision tools and electricity, designed to sparkle under softer candlelight rather than intense modern lighting.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Used Precision Tools

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Hans Wegner RY 16 chest of drawers, Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
Hans Wegner RY 16 chest of drawers, Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

Hans Wegner RY 16 chest of drawers, Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

Originally conceived as an accessory piece for a space dedicated to art and technical drawing, it is particularly suited for storing small objects and precision tools. One might ima...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Precision Tools

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Teak

Point Series Study (3/22) by James Lumsden - Abstract painting, blue, lilac
Point Series Study (3/22) by James Lumsden - Abstract painting, blue, lilac

Point Series Study (3/22) by James Lumsden - Abstract painting, blue, lilac

Located in Paris, FR

His meticulous process involves applying and layering dozens of translucent coats of acrylic paint and gel gloss, each one manipulated with precision tools to reveal or obscure trace...

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2010s Contemporary Used Precision Tools

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Acrylic

19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière
19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière

19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière

$4,750

H 68.31 in W 16.15 in D 31.5 in

19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Handcrafted using traditional ébénisterie techniques, this piece was shaped with precision tools such as gouges, chisels, and hand planes, each mark a testament to the artisan’s meti...

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Used Precision Tools

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Oak

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Fruit Basket James Dixon 19th Century
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Fruit Basket James Dixon 19th Century

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Fruit Basket James Dixon 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1880s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Makio Hasuike Midcentury Set of Make-Up and Storage Italian Boxes for Gedy, 1970
Makio Hasuike Midcentury Set of Make-Up and Storage Italian Boxes for Gedy, 1970

Makio Hasuike Midcentury Set of Make-Up and Storage Italian Boxes for Gedy, 1970

Located in Roma, IT

In over fifty years of activity it has developed numerous projects in heterogeneous sectors: from technological and precision tools to accessories and tools for work and leisure, fro...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

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Glass, Mirror, Plastic

Martin Flyer  18K White Gold Knife Edge Ring SZ6.5
Martin Flyer  18K White Gold Knife Edge Ring SZ6.5

Martin Flyer 18K White Gold Knife Edge Ring SZ6.5

Located in Morris Plains, NJ

Hand engraving is one of the oldest and most demanding skills in the jeweler's repertoire — a discipline in which a master craftsman uses precision tools to carve intricate patterns ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Precision Tools

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.08 Ct Diamond Pave Lobster Clasp Jewelry Accessories Finding
14K Yellow Gold 0.08 Ct Diamond Pave Lobster Clasp Jewelry Accessories Finding

14K Yellow Gold 0.08 Ct Diamond Pave Lobster Clasp Jewelry Accessories Finding

Located in Jaipur, IN

The craftsmanship required to set this many stones at this scale is considerable, demanding both precision tooling and a steady jeweler's hand. Material Quality The piece is crafted...

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2010s Indian Aesthetic Movement Used Precision Tools

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful, Everlasting, Inexhaustibly Interesting, Revelatory Painting, SIGNED
Beautiful, Everlasting, Inexhaustibly Interesting, Revelatory Painting, SIGNED

Beautiful, Everlasting, Inexhaustibly Interesting, Revelatory Painting, SIGNED

By Damien Hirst

Located in New York, NY

These ideas are investigated in the installation Pharmacy (1992) as well as in the ‘Medicine Cabinets’ and ‘Instrument Cabinets’ which display a cornucopia of reflective, precision-t...

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2010s Pop Art Used Precision Tools

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Mixed Media, Plywood, Acrylic, Giclée

Vintage MCM Craftsman No. 3931 Wooden Folding Extension Rule, 72-Inch
Vintage MCM Craftsman No. 3931 Wooden Folding Extension Rule, 72-Inch

Vintage MCM Craftsman No. 3931 Wooden Folding Extension Rule, 72-Inch

Located in San Diego, CA

Authentic vintage Craftsman extension rule, model no. 3931, featuring classic hardwood construction with brass hinges and brass end fittings. Designed as a precision carpenter's meas...

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Mid-20th Century American Used Precision Tools

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Wood

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1890's Hinoki Mizuya Tansu Kitchen Cabinet 46"W
Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1890's Hinoki Mizuya Tansu Kitchen Cabinet 46"W

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1890's Hinoki Mizuya Tansu Kitchen Cabinet 46"W

Located in Portland, OR

The carved fretwork panels are a particular highlight, their interlocking elliptical motifs rendered with confident hand-tool precision characteristic of Meiji-era 指物 (sashimono) cra...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Other Used Precision Tools

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Wrought Iron

Paul Stankard Floating Peony Botanical Signed 1981 Handblown Glass
Paul Stankard Floating Peony Botanical Signed 1981 Handblown Glass

Paul Stankard Floating Peony Botanical Signed 1981 Handblown Glass

By Paul Stankard

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This training prepared him for work in the scientific glass industry, providing him with the technical precision and familiarity with flameworking tools that would later underpin his...

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Late 20th Century Used Precision Tools

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Blown Glass

Always Already Again 12, 48 x 48 in Large Geometric Abstract
Always Already Again 12, 48 x 48 in Large Geometric Abstract

Always Already Again 12, 48 x 48 in Large Geometric Abstract

By Maya Kabat

Located in New York, NY

Influenced by landscape, architecture, and the logic of quilting, she arranges planes of color with deliberate precision. Using drywall tools instead of brushes, Kabat presses thick ...

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2010s Contemporary Used Precision Tools

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Canvas, Oil, Wood Panel

Lucid Sculpture
Lucid Sculpture

Piers HenryLucid Sculpture

$7,500

H 39 in W 55 in D 2.5 in

Lucid Sculpture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Like Kapoor, Henry employs industrial precision as a tool to allow reflection to function as a means of inquiry.

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Used Precision Tools

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Stainless Steel

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall

Located in Lincoln, GB

The surface decoration is extraordinary, with each individual feather meticulously rendered through a combination of precision casting and hand-tooling. The pair is designed as a ba...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Used Precision Tools

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Bronze

Dice Chrome Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1980s
Dice Chrome Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1980s

Dice Chrome Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1980s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

The journeyman's piece is a central component of the journeyman's examination and serves to assess the turner's practical competence. It must be a precision component manufactured us...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

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Metal, Chrome

Aluminum Metal TV Television Tower of Nuremberg Scale Design Model, 2000s
Aluminum Metal TV Television Tower of Nuremberg Scale Design Model, 2000s

Aluminum Metal TV Television Tower of Nuremberg Scale Design Model, 2000s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

The journeyman's piece is a central component of the journeyman's examination and serves to assess the turner's practical competence. It must be a precision component manufactured us...

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Early 2000s German Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

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Metal

Ottoman Bronze Plumb Bob, ca. 1800 – Eretz Israel
Ottoman Bronze Plumb Bob, ca. 1800 – Eretz Israel

Ottoman Bronze Plumb Bob, ca. 1800 – Eretz Israel

Located in New York, NY

This handmade bronze plumb bob dates back to circa 1800 during the Ottoman period in what is now Israel (historically known as Eretz Israel). Crafted with precision, this tool was us...

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Early 19th Century Israeli Used Precision Tools

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Bronze

Intaglio Tray with Bacchus and Sterling Silver Trim by Sinclaire & Co.
Intaglio Tray with Bacchus and Sterling Silver Trim by Sinclaire & Co.

Intaglio Tray with Bacchus and Sterling Silver Trim by Sinclaire & Co.

By H.P. Sinclaire & Company

Located in New Orleans, LA

It required highly skilled artisans to manipulate the carving tools with precision, delicately creating this figure.

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Early 20th Century American Used Precision Tools

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Large 18th Century Hand Carved Angel Statues
Pair of Large 18th Century Hand Carved Angel Statues

Pair of Large 18th Century Hand Carved Angel Statues

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Carved by a master woodworker by hand with old world tools and precision. They are hollow which helps with the weight and transport.

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Late 18th Century French Baroque Used Precision Tools

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Hardwood

Vintage Map of London – Phillips’ Tape Indicator Map of Central London, c.1930
Vintage Map of London – Phillips’ Tape Indicator Map of Central London, c.1930

Vintage Map of London – Phillips’ Tape Indicator Map of Central London, c.1930

Located in Langweer, NL

Their “Tape Indicator Maps” of London were innovative reference tools that combined precision cartography with a mechanical street-finding system, making them popular with travelers,...

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Early 20th Century Scottish Used Precision Tools

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Paper

Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages
Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

$1,850 / set

H 10 in W 12 in D 0.5 in

Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

Located in Downingtown, PA

The book's forward-thinking approach, which emphasized clarity, simplicity, and geometric precision, made it a valuable tool for professionals seeking to create advertisements, logos...

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1930s American Machine Age Used Precision Tools

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Paper

Large Antique Map of India – Post Roads and Dak Stations by James Wyld, c.1855
Large Antique Map of India – Post Roads and Dak Stations by James Wyld, c.1855

Large Antique Map of India – Post Roads and Dak Stations by James Wyld, c.1855

Located in Langweer, NL

This map in particular would have been a key administrative tool, combining geographic precision with vital postal and telegraphic information.

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Mid-19th Century English Used Precision Tools

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Paper

English Brass Scale with Deep Weighing Pan from the 20th Century
English Brass Scale with Deep Weighing Pan from the 20th Century

English Brass Scale with Deep Weighing Pan from the 20th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Designed to weigh up to 28 pounds, this scale was a robust and reliable tool, reflecting the precision and craftsmanship of its era.

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20th Century English Used Precision Tools

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Brass

1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Three Boxes
1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Three Boxes

1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Three Boxes

$170 / set

H 12.6 in W 23.63 in D 39.38 in

1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Three Boxes

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s European Used Precision Tools

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Wood

1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five
1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five

1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five

$170 / set

H 10.63 in W 16.54 in D 24.41 in

1960's Mixed Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s European Used Precision Tools

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Wood

1960's Small Sized Industrial Scientific Equipment Boxes - Single Box
1960's Small Sized Industrial Scientific Equipment Boxes - Single Box

1960's Small Sized Industrial Scientific Equipment Boxes - Single Box

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors and occasio...

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1960s European Used Precision Tools

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Wood

1960's Medium Sized Industrial Scientific Equipment Boxes - Single Box
1960's Medium Sized Industrial Scientific Equipment Boxes - Single Box

1960's Medium Sized Industrial Scientific Equipment Boxes - Single Box

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors and occasio...

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1960s Czech Used Precision Tools

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Wood

Mid-Century Modernist Platinum and 388 Baguette Cut Graduated Diamond Necklace
Mid-Century Modernist Platinum and 388 Baguette Cut Graduated Diamond Necklace

Mid-Century Modernist Platinum and 388 Baguette Cut Graduated Diamond Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The begins with the smallest diamonds near the clasp, the scale of each gem expanding as they travel down the neck of the wearer, creating a beautiful tapered form hand-tooled with r...

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1950s American Modernist Used Precision Tools

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Diamond, Platinum

Joel Froment, Untitled, 1986, pastel on paper
Joel Froment, Untitled, 1986, pastel on paper

Joel Froment, Untitled, 1986, pastel on paper

Located in PARIS, FR

Curves, straight lines and tangents come together under the precision of his tools. Combined with the symbolism and internal movement of each color, these forms offer a multitude of ...

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1980s Abstract Geometric Used Precision Tools

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Pastel

Joel Froment, S, blue square, 2007, acrylic on composite material
Joel Froment, S, blue square, 2007, acrylic on composite material

Joel Froment, S, blue square, 2007, acrylic on composite material

Located in PARIS, FR

Curves, straight lines and tangents come together under the precision of his tools. Combined with the symbolism and internal movement of each color, these forms offer a multitude of ...

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Early 2000s Abstract Geometric Used Precision Tools

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Acrylic, Other Medium

Spiral of Time II
Spiral of Time II

Spiral of Time II

By Harry Nadler

Located in Fairlawn, OH

In this gap, he struggled to formulate with precision his understanding of his tools: his materials, his knowledge of philosophy and art history, his religious tradition, his life ex...

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1980s Abstract Used Precision Tools

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Mixed Media

Renaissance Cabinet from Burgundy or Lyon Region
Renaissance Cabinet from Burgundy or Lyon Region

Renaissance Cabinet from Burgundy or Lyon Region

$152,919

H 82.29 in W 72.45 in D 27.96 in

Renaissance Cabinet from Burgundy or Lyon Region

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

All the motifs testify of the artisan’s high knowledge of forms as well as the precision of their tools : super imposition of ornamental elements, foliages, architectural cut-outs, f...

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16th Century Renaissance Used Precision Tools

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Walnut

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18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

Features: Period: 18th century Material: Forged steel with a naturally aged patina Dimensions: 41.5 cm x 3 cm x 1.5 cm (16.34 inches x 1.18 inches x 0.59 inches) Historical Use: A pr...

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Mid-18th Century French Used Precision Tools

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Iron

18th Century Islamic Astrolabe Sphere - Antique Bronze Celestial Globe
18th Century Islamic Astrolabe Sphere - Antique Bronze Celestial Globe

18th Century Islamic Astrolabe Sphere - Antique Bronze Celestial Globe

Located in Vineyard Haven, MA

This bronze globe served both as a map of the heavens, as viewed from outside the Earth, and as a precision tool for making astronomical calculations.

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Late 18th Century Moroccan Islamic Used Precision Tools

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Bronze

Sculptural Sidetable ‘Sparkling of Ice, Serie Cubi in Metamorfosi by Albert Aloi
Sculptural Sidetable ‘Sparkling of Ice, Serie Cubi in Metamorfosi by Albert Aloi

Sculptural Sidetable ‘Sparkling of Ice, Serie Cubi in Metamorfosi by Albert Aloi

Located in Amstelveen, Noord

He is capable of enthralling with his truly virtuous economy of means and forms, using resin as the Material of choice, colour as a poetic tool and the precision of design as a desir...

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2010s Italian Modern Used Precision Tools

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Epoxy Resin, Wood

Substantial Brushed Aluminium and Abalone Shell Screen
Substantial Brushed Aluminium and Abalone Shell Screen

Substantial Brushed Aluminium and Abalone Shell Screen

Located in North Miami, FL

We love the juxtaposition of the precision, machine-tooled aluminium frame with the crazy-quilt, rainbow patchwork of natural abalone shell panels.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Used Precision Tools

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Aluminum

19th Century Carved Coconut
19th Century Carved Coconut

19th Century Carved Coconut

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H 5.52 in Dm 4.34 in

19th Century Carved Coconut

Located in Paris, FR

Also there were French manufactures in Dieppe where coconuts were crafted with more sophisticated tools for more precision: The fineness of the carving and originality of designs ide...

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Early 19th Century French Folk Art Used Precision Tools

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Coconut

Napoleonian Carved Coconut (19th century)
Napoleonian Carved Coconut (19th century)

Napoleonian Carved Coconut (19th century)

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H 4.73 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in

Napoleonian Carved Coconut (19th century)

Located in Paris, FR

These coconuts are recognizable to their "military" engravings: Napoleon portraits, trophies, battle scenes, Also there were French manufactures in Dieppe where coconuts...

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Early 19th Century French Folk Art Used Precision Tools

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Coconut

19th Century Victorian Machinist's Tool Box
19th Century Victorian Machinist's Tool Box

19th Century Victorian Machinist's Tool Box

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H 12.5 in W 18.673 in D 12.25 in

19th Century Victorian Machinist's Tool Box

Located in New Windsor, NY

The typical machinist's tool box is fitted with die tools, micrometers, compasses, joiner's tools and precision tools for very small jobs.

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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Brass

French Modernist Brass Pendant, circa 1960
French Modernist Brass Pendant, circa 1960

French Modernist Brass Pendant, circa 1960

By Maison Lunel, Arlus, Arredoluce

Located in Vienna, AT

This is an extremely well designed and constructed piece with precision-tooled custom elements. Very good original condition with minor patina.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

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Brass

Centrepiece in Silver Plated, Fretworked and Engraved James Dixon, 1850
Centrepiece in Silver Plated, Fretworked and Engraved James Dixon, 1850

Centrepiece in Silver Plated, Fretworked and Engraved James Dixon, 1850

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Prato, Tuscany

It was the best-known manufacturer of Britannia Metal and the world's leading manufacturer of accessories, numerous other items, such as precision tools for propellers, whistles (it ...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1860s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Oval Victorian Silver Plated Tray by James Dixon, 19th Century
Antique Oval Victorian Silver Plated Tray by James Dixon, 19th Century

Antique Oval Victorian Silver Plated Tray by James Dixon, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1880s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Salver James Dixon, 19th Century
Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Salver James Dixon, 19th Century

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Salver James Dixon, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1890s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Pair Victorian 5 Light Candelabra James Dixon 19th C
Antique Pair Victorian 5 Light Candelabra James Dixon 19th C

Antique Pair Victorian 5 Light Candelabra James Dixon 19th C

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1880s Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Hip Flask J Dixson & Sons Dated 1931
Antique Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Hip Flask J Dixson & Sons Dated 1931

Antique Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Hip Flask J Dixson & Sons Dated 1931

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1930s Art Deco Used Precision Tools

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Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Claret Jug Neptune Rowing Club, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Silver Plate Claret Jug Neptune Rowing Club, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Claret Jug Neptune Rowing Club, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1870s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Pair of Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon, 19th Century
Antique Pair of Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon, 19th Century

Antique Pair of Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellers. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1870s English Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Cream Jug & Sugar Bowl 1880 19th C
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Cream Jug & Sugar Bowl 1880 19th C

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Cream Jug & Sugar Bowl 1880 19th C

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1880s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Pair of Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon, 19th Century
Antique Pair of Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon, 19th Century

Antique Pair of Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellers. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1870s English Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Victorian Silver Plated Shell Folding Biscuit Box J Dixon and Sons, 19th Century
Victorian Silver Plated Shell Folding Biscuit Box J Dixon and Sons, 19th Century

Victorian Silver Plated Shell Folding Biscuit Box J Dixon and Sons, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1880s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Set of 4 Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon & Sons, 19th Century
Antique Set of 4 Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon & Sons, 19th Century

Antique Set of 4 Silver Plated Candlesticks by James Dixon & Sons, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellers. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1870s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

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Silver Plate

Antique Pair of English Old Sheffield Entree Dishes, 19th Century
Antique Pair of English Old Sheffield Entree Dishes, 19th Century

Antique Pair of English Old Sheffield Entree Dishes, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1820s English Used Precision Tools

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Sheffield Plate

Antique Silver Tea Coffee Set of Five Paul Storr Style, 1917
Antique Silver Tea Coffee Set of Five Paul Storr Style, 1917

Antique Silver Tea Coffee Set of Five Paul Storr Style, 1917

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1910s English Used Precision Tools

Midcentury Novelty Bottle Opener with Submerged Spirit Level, 1960s
Midcentury Novelty Bottle Opener with Submerged Spirit Level, 1960s

Midcentury Novelty Bottle Opener with Submerged Spirit Level, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Subtle details executed with fine tooling and precision. Unknown Danish maker, circa 1960s.

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

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Brass

Brass Mastercraft Writing Desk or Table
Brass Mastercraft Writing Desk or Table

Brass Mastercraft Writing Desk or Table

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H 31 in W 55 in D 27 in

Brass Mastercraft Writing Desk or Table

By Mastercraft

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Sleek, Mid-Century Modern, bronze or brass three-drawer writing desk or table, with an Asian or chinoiserie vibe, by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft, featuring crisp simple lines, too...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

George Kovacs for Kovacs Lighting, Desk Lamp 1970c.
George Kovacs for Kovacs Lighting, Desk Lamp 1970c.

George Kovacs for Kovacs Lighting, Desk Lamp 1970c.

By George Kovacs

Located in Chicago, IL

The lamp’s angular form reflects the geometry of a precision machinist’s square, a tool used to check for squareness and mark lines at 90-degree angles.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

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Chrome

Omega Speedmaster Date Chronograph 40 Stainless Steel Ref: 3210.50.00
Omega Speedmaster Date Chronograph 40 Stainless Steel Ref: 3210.50.00

Omega Speedmaster Date Chronograph 40 Stainless Steel Ref: 3210.50.00

By Omega

Located in București, București

With its classic stainless steel bracelet, the Speedmaster 3210.50 is not only a tool of precision but also a true symbol of adventure and innovation, making it the perfect companion...

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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Used Precision Tools

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Antique Seven Drawer Machinist's Chest c.1940
Antique Seven Drawer Machinist's Chest c.1940

Antique Seven Drawer Machinist's Chest c.1940

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H 13.25 in W 20 in D 9.25 in

Antique Seven Drawer Machinist's Chest c.1940

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An antique machinist's chest used to store highly precision instruments and tools. Features include large top storage with mirror, seven graduated drawers, leather handle, met...

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Early 20th Century North American Industrial Used Precision Tools

Materials

Metal

Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century
Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century

Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century

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H 8.67 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Non-functional decorative use, 20th century The theodolite is a universal mechanical-optical measuring instrument used to measure vertical and, above all, horizontal angles, an area ...

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20th Century Unknown Other Used Precision Tools

Materials

Bronze, Other

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Two Boxes
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Two Boxes

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Two Boxes

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Metal

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.6'
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.6'

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.6'

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Three Boxes
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Three Boxes

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Three Boxes

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.8'
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.8'

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.8'

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H 17.72 in W 17.33 in D 15.36 in

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.8'

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box, Side Table, 'Model 256.7'
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box, Side Table, 'Model 256.7'

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box, Side Table, 'Model 256.7'

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Three Boxes
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Three Boxes

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Three Boxes

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.9'
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.9'

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Box 'Model 256.9'

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

French Red Over White Opaline Ormolu Mounted Covered Box, Domed Top
French Red Over White Opaline Ormolu Mounted Covered Box, Domed Top

French Red Over White Opaline Ormolu Mounted Covered Box, Domed Top

Located in New York, NY

The ormolu mount is crafted with precision, featuring uniform decorative tooling and a tight hinge that allows smooth opening and closure.

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1920s French Hollywood Regency Used Precision Tools

Materials

Bronze

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Two Boxes
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Two Boxes

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes, Side Tables, Set of Two Boxes

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Russian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960's Large Set Of Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine
1960's Large Set Of Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine

1960's Large Set Of Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s European Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960's Extra Large Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five
1960's Extra Large Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five

1960's Extra Large Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Five

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s European Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960's Small Mud Brown Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Six
1960's Small Mud Brown Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Six

1960's Small Mud Brown Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Czech Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960's Original Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine
1960's Original Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine

1960's Original Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s European Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960's Original Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine Boxes
1960's Original Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine Boxes

1960's Original Industrial Equipment Boxes - Set Of Nine Boxes

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They were sourced from a Latvian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of them have interesting fitted interiors but no equi...

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1960s Czech Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of French Modernist Lanterns by Arlus, circa 1960
Rare Pair of French Modernist Lanterns by Arlus, circa 1960

Rare Pair of French Modernist Lanterns by Arlus, circa 1960

By Arredoluce, Arlus, Gio Ponti

Located in Vienna, AT

These are extremely well designed and constructed items with precision-tooled custom elements. Very good original condition with minor patina.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

Materials

Brass

Exceptional Late 19th Century Engineer's Tool Box
Exceptional Late 19th Century Engineer's Tool Box

Exceptional Late 19th Century Engineer's Tool Box

Located in London, GB

A personal collection of late 19th century-early 20th century steel precision tools and measures en-cased in an earlier exceptional flame mahogany campaign box with superb brass band...

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Late 19th Century Used Precision Tools

Brass and Copper Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s
Brass and Copper Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s

Brass and Copper Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s

By Gersyl

Located in Vienna, AT

Manufactured by "Gersyl" all the elements are precision tooled enhancing the stark geometric Art Deco vocabulary.

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1930s Belgian Art Deco Used Precision Tools

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Drawing Set, English, Draughtsman, Cartographer, Instrument, circa 1950
Vintage Drawing Set, English, Draughtsman, Cartographer, Instrument, circa 1950

Vintage Drawing Set, English, Draughtsman, Cartographer, Instrument, circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, boxed draughtsman's or cartographer's instrument compendium, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950. Vintage precision tools Displays a desirable aged patina Woo...

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Mid-20th Century English Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1860s English Victorian Used Precision Tools

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Inkstand Cut-Glass Wells J Dixon 1899, 19th Century
Antique English Silver Inkstand Cut-Glass Wells J Dixon 1899, 19th Century

Antique English Silver Inkstand Cut-Glass Wells J Dixon 1899, 19th Century

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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1890s English Used Precision Tools

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Set 12 Place Card Menu Holders 20th Century
Vintage Sterling Silver Set 12 Place Card Menu Holders 20th Century

Vintage Sterling Silver Set 12 Place Card Menu Holders 20th Century

Located in London, GB

They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality.

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20th Century Used Precision Tools

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco John Hasselbring Sterling Silver Bar Tool Set
Art Deco John Hasselbring Sterling Silver Bar Tool Set

Art Deco John Hasselbring Sterling Silver Bar Tool Set

By John Hasselbring

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Embrace the vintage allure and functional precision of this bar tool set, presented in good vintage condition and ready to enhance your cocktail-making endeavors.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Used Precision Tools

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mystical Sunrise and Waterfall, Visionary
Mystical Sunrise and Waterfall, Visionary

Mystical Sunrise and Waterfall, Visionary

By Joseph Parker

Located in Soquel, CA

Hopps describes the artist as presiding “over his model universe like an ecstatic god, bestowing it with a wealth of finely detailed contour, texture and local color, all executed wi...

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1960s Symbolist Used Precision Tools

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19C Anglo Indian Sadeli Mosaic Greeting Card Case
19C Anglo Indian Sadeli Mosaic Greeting Card Case

19C Anglo Indian Sadeli Mosaic Greeting Card Case

Located in Dallas, TX

Later Sadeli, post-1880, is often much 'smoother to the touch', with the introduction of industrial precision tools, that could smoothly cut and polish the mosaic inlay during produc...

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19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Used Precision Tools

Materials

Pewter

Vintage Cartographer's Set, English, Nickel, Architect, Draughtsman, circa 1950
Vintage Cartographer's Set, English, Nickel, Architect, Draughtsman, circa 1950

Vintage Cartographer's Set, English, Nickel, Architect, Draughtsman, circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Fascinating mid-20th century instrument case with quality tools Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Brass finished nickel tools present well, with appea...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

Materials

Nickel

Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century
Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century

Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century

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H 8.67 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Bronze Decorative Theodolite, 20th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Non-functional decorative use, 20th century The theodolite is a universal mechanical-optical measuring instrument used to measure vertical and, above all, horizontal angles, an area...

Category

20th Century Unknown Other Used Precision Tools

Materials

Bronze, Other

15 Karat Gold, Garnet, Georgian Haley's Comet Brooch
15 Karat Gold, Garnet, Georgian Haley's Comet Brooch

15 Karat Gold, Garnet, Georgian Haley's Comet Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

The stones are individually cut and rounded, the beautiful closed back gold mounting made by antique tools and precision. The comet arrived in 1835 and jewelers then made brooches in...

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1830s British George IV Used Precision Tools

Materials

Garnet, 15k Gold

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes Side Tables/Occasional Tables/Medium
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes Side Tables/Occasional Tables/Medium

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes Side Tables/Occasional Tables/Medium

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We have a good quantity of these fantastic boxes that were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of t...

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1960s Russian Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes Side Tables/Occasional Tables/Decorati
1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes Side Tables/Occasional Tables/Decorati

1960s Russian Industrial Equipment Boxes Side Tables/Occasional Tables/Decorati

Located in Hook, Hampshire

We have a good quantity of these fantastic boxes that were sourced from a Russian factory where they were used to store and protect precision measuring equipment and tools. Most of t...

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1960s Russian Mid-Century Modern Used Precision Tools

Materials

Wood

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Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Used Precision Tools

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Used Precision Tools For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of used precision tools available for sale. Each of these unique used precision tools was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Used precision tools have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of used precision tools to choose from, but at 1stDibs, industrial, modern and Arts and Crafts used precision tools are of considerable interest. Many used precision tools are appealing in their simplicity, but Shonan Kosakusho and Rosa Bonheur produced popular used precision tools that are worth a look.

How Much are Used Precision Tools?

Prices for used precision tools start at $118 and top out at $165,000 with the average selling for $3,500.