This video unveils the full restoration process of a once-forgotten hand cutting machine, showcasing the transformation from rust and damage to a fully functional tool.

Antique tools are more than just relics of the past — they can also be resold for surprising amounts. While not every screwdriver or hammer will be worth a lot, some of these historical tools ...

Check out the hand tools of the 19th and early 20th century during the annual Antique Tool Show and Sale on Sunday, Aug. 4, at Garfield Farm Museum in Campton Hills.

The butteris has a convex cutting blade and a bent hand-wrought iron rod that is set in a 9-inch-long handle, Royer says. The handle would rest on the farrier’s shoulder during hoof trimming.

Going bargain hunting at a garage sale? Looking for these tool brands and varieties could help you save hundreds and get something that will last a lifetime.

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It’s not uncommon to happen across vintage measurement equipment at the local flea market or garage sale. Often with an irresistible aesthetic, and built to last decades, these tools nonethel… ...