A New Star at Brown's 27th Auction

From: The Chronicle of the Early American Industries Association, Inc. | Date: January 1, 2006| Author: Wells, John G | Copyright information

The Star of the Show

One thing was clear from the beginning of Brown's 27th International Antique Tool Sale and Auction last October 28-29 at the Sheraton Inn in Harrisburg, PA: the Knowles jointer would be the star (Lot 473, right). It was painted a dark plum and enhanced with pin striping and ornamentals in four colors. This great tool was destined to be the centerpiece of a new owner's collection by the end of the day. Bidding opened with an absentee bid of $16,500 and progressed ra...

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