Book Description
Hundreds of collectibles are featured with no repeats from Volume 1, and many rare and unusual museum pieces. A wide variety of tools and trinkets are displayed, from the ordinary to the elegant, ranging from the fifteenth to the twentieth centuries. Over 230 photos feature thousands of items, including needles, thimbles, chatelaines, sewing kits, scissors, rulers, darners, thread holders, sewing machines, and more. Historical information, material, date, country of origin, and a current collector value are given for each item. 2005 values. AUTHORBIO: Helen Thompson grew up in a household of never-ending needlework projects. As a result of her interest in quilts, Helen became interested in antique sewing tools. She is a member of the board of directors of the Museum of the American Quilter's Society and a dealer of antique sewing tools. REVIEW: Much more than just a routine task, sewing is an art form, a hobby, a business, a social activity, and a passion for many people. This collector's guide is a valuable tool for all sewing enthusiasts and collectors. There are a helpful glossary, bibliography, and index provided.
Customer Reviews:
For the collector of sewing items.......2002-08-09
Helen Lester Thompson's Sewing Tools & Trinkets is a collector's identification and value guide, covering everything from thimbles and needle holders to toys and trinkets. A very specific reference for the collector of sewing items.
Excellent source for the collector.......1999-05-06
This is an excellent source for the collector of antique sewing implements. Full color illustrations of all priced objects make it easy to identify and place a value on pincushions, needlecases, thimbles and more. Not much text but price guides are generally short on text. If a price guide is what you want, I recommend this one.
Book Description
This book describes, prices, and illustrates 56+ categories of antique tools! Types of tools included are: Axes, Anvils, Blacksmith, Chair Making, Chisels, Cobbler, Cooper, Knives, Drills, Farrier, Files & Rasps, Hammers, Hatchets, Lathes, Mallets, Planes, Pliers, Rules, Saws, Screwdrivers, Shears, Shipwright, Squares, Tinsmith, Tool Chests, Tool Holders, Vises, Wrenches, & Many More Items! Thousands of old tools are shown!
Customer Reviews:
antique tool collectors.......2007-09-10
hay i collect antique tool and enjoy my new book i would like to have another just like it for a friend.
Antique Tool Collectors Guide.......2007-01-19
I am very well please with this book.Highly recommend it to any tool collector.
Antique tool collectors guide to value.......2007-01-11
All I expected. Alot of information for the tools it advertised
Book Description
Market values for collectible knives and razors constantly
fluctuate, and it?s important for dealers and collectors to have
the most current pricing information. The American Premium
Guide to Pocket Knives and Razors provides up-to-date
pricing, manufacturer data, and information to accurately date
and identify individual knives or whole collections.
This updated 6th edition of the definitive reference for
collectible knives and razors features current values for
thousands of the most popular models on the market as well as
many quality but lesser-known brands. Readers will find new
information on major manufacturers such as W.R. Case,
Crandall, Queen, Schatt & Morgan, Remington and
Hawbaker?s, as well as a history of the companies.
? Lists updated values for thousands of knives and razors
? Features new coverage of W.R. Case, Crandall, Queen,
Remington and more
? Includes a 32-page color section for easy identification
Customer Reviews:
Poor excuse for a Guide.......2007-09-06
The first thing to notice is a lack of an index. Why call something a guide if you don't provide a way to find information? The book, called an Identification and Value Guide covers only four brands of knives. It would better be called an extensive look at Case Knives and short look at a few others. If you are looking for a general guide for collecting knives, there must be better books available.
disappointed.......2006-05-17
I will be returning this book. I should have read the reviews before buying because one reviewer described what I just discovered with the arrival of "Knives and Razors." It is a huge, detailed encyclopedia of Case (307 pages), with a bone-thrown to Queen/Shatt & Morgan (84 pages), and Remington (86 pages). It is advertised as an all-encompassing guide to American knives. It is not, although Case collectors will love its focus/detail.
I collect vintage knives, mostly the Texas toothpick pattern, but not Case. An incomplete list of manufacturers in my collection includes Parker, Buck, Ka-Bar, Shrade, Robeson, Hammer Brand, Imperial, Camillus, Winchester, Smith & Wesson, Smokey Mountain, A.G. Russell. NONE of these brands are given a word in the "American Premium Guide to Knives and Razors."
As far as current guides to knives go this is a great one........2005-08-10
Jim Sargent's book, American Premium Guide to knives and razors is not a let down if you are into Case or Queen knives. If you have bought other guides and been disappointed by how many advertisements were in it you will be very happy with this book because there are none.
Most of the pictures are black and white but they are detailed and easy to see. There are color pics and these are quite good but few. Even still, going through the pictures is akin to walking into a knife museum.
There are sections in the book for Crandall and Remington but not as detailed or lengthy as the Case and Queen sections. Still these smaller sections are very good compared to anything else I've found.
The Case fixed blade section of this book is about as good as any I have ever run across with information I have never found anywhere else for any price. This section even details the differences in sheaths from different eras and how to date the knife by the sheath if necessary.
I would recommend this book to any Case, Queen or Remington collector. It is not going to cover other manufacturers in detail so if you are looking for values on your Spyderco knives this is not the book you want. What it does cover for the Case, Queen, and Remington collector is perhaps some of the most comprehensive and detailed information for these knives as you can find anywhere at this writing. It is a great guide for these brands.
I've said, "WOW, I did not know that" more times since acquiring this book than any other knife guide I've ever purchased.
not recommended.......2005-08-01
The book covers mostly Case and four other makers. It is
advertized as a guide to help you identify and date individual
knives or whole collections. If your collection is limited to
these five makers then you could be satisfied,however if you
collect throughout the industry you will want a refund. It should be described properly.
A brief comment.......2005-03-27
No one book can completely cover even one subfield of knife collecting and values anymore, but this is probably one of the five or six essential reference works for knife collectors. I bought it mainly because I've been a case collector in the past, and it's also especially strong on pocket knives, and Case is the most well known and most collectible of the factory production pocket knives. The book covers all the other main names in that field, including Buck, Schrade, Remington, Queen, Camillus, Parker, Kershaw, Schatt and Morgan, Winchester, and many other lesser known names. But it also covers fixed blades, limited editions and semi-custom, and custom knives are covered as well. But this book is considered to have the strongest coverage of any collector's book on Case, and it's probably an essential reference work for any Case and other American pocket knife collector.
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- Snap-On or OUT?
- Snap On
- the greatness of snap-on!
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Caroline Schloss
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Book Description
Since 1920, the Snap-on Wrench Company has provided the world with tools that combine state-of-the art design with classic American style. The Snap-on name has also ventured far from the workbench, appearing on everything from toys to T-shirts. Author Caroline Schloss (a.k.a. "Ms. Snap-on") has put together a collection of all things Snap-on that is sure to send any automotive enthusiast rummaging through the garage to look for those old calendars, mugs, model cars, and commemorative sets that might now be worth a pretty penny. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or simply enjoy the world of Snap-on collectibles, this book is for the collector who insists on having the right tool for the job.
Customer Reviews:
Snap-On or OUT?.......2007-03-24
I was not happy with this book for a small time collector that I am. I collect many things and one of them being Snap-On (items). I found in this book with Tools ONLY being about 10 pages of pictures not enough about these items as well as many items that have been left out. The same go's for these other two catagories. Tool Boxes ONLY about 6 pages and Commemorative items only about 8 pages. I understand we can not meet ever catagory for ever collector in the Snap-On world. But it should have been covered alot more and or better on it. It was NOT just the above mentioned catagory that I found this it was as well as other catagories not mentioned in this book. Also I notice not much information was spoken on most of the items in this book. Such as how many have been made, They should of shown the diffrent types of commemoratives items, tools,tool boxes,ect. that Snap-On put out. Well you be the judge of it for youself. I wasn't happy with this book for the price, nor with Caroline's imput. I guess that's why it's called UNAUTHORIZED guide to Snap-On.
Snap On.......2007-01-10
Nice Book but was looking for more snap on die cast items to use a a reference. Didn't contain much.
the greatness of snap-on!.......2000-04-01
this book is must have for all of us die-hard snap-on enthusiats. it vigorously details the painstaking process that is collecting snap-on tools. i must comend her for her work.
Book Description
"Speaks to an intensely active collector base - the International Antique Tool Auctions routinely feature nearly 800 tools worth more than $500 million
First full-color antique tools guide on the market, helps collectors to more easily identify rare and valuable pieces
Nothing celebrates the craftsmanship and ingeniousness of American industry like classic hand tools. These rugged tools draw interest from collectors, historians, woodcrafters and carpenters, and Warman's Tools Field Guide is the portable ""toolbox"" of information tool enthusiasts need. This guide: *Covers the most popular tool-collecting categories from the late 18th century through the middle of the 20th century, to give collectors easy access to nearly 1,000 listings of fine antique American hand tools *Features more than 250 brilliant color photos to help collectors determine rarity *Includes up-to-date prices, in a handy format collectors can easily turn to for reliable information during auctions
Collectors of high-quality craftsmanship deserve a top-quality guide that can go anywhere tool collecting takes them."
Book Description
Long regarded as the bible for knife collectors, this new, expanded edition provides everything one needs to know to successfully collect knives. Knife collecting is a rapidly growing international activity where “finds” are still plentiful. The author is regarded by many as the leading full-time writer on knives and cutlery. He has refined and corrected information - as appropriate - on brands, models and overall cutlery history - while providing fully updated prices.
Organization of the book is clear and logical, making the subject accessible to novice and advanced collectors. There is detailed coverage of the important aspects of knife collecting, followed by major sections on popular collectible folding knives and fixed blade knives. Each section goes into great detail about companies, brands and models. A comprehensive appendix provides useful reference.
-More than 1,500 knife values, fully updated.
-New edition, expanded with 32 new pages.
-Added chapters on modern folding knives and plier/tool knives.
Customer Reviews:
The Real Facts on This Guide.......2006-05-25
Krause asked me to update specific articles in Levine's Guide #5 by employing the SAME WRITERS Bernard used. Krause removed some material from some of the other articles. They also added 16 or so pages to the book, and told me what they wanted. Again, I used some of Bernard's writers, and a couple noted collectors suggested by some manufacturers. If Bernard's writers are so bad, why did HE employ them? Bernard later bad-mouthed me in Knife World regarding this book. I contacted Mr. Houston Price, the publisher and friend of mine, noting this wasn't a very smart move (lawsuits?), and Price sent me a later copy of Knife World with a written retraction by Bernard. To this day, Bernard will not speak to me even though we see one another maybe 10 times a year, almost face-to-face. But, that's his right. Most who have savaged Book 5 have a right to do so. I do feel they should know what they are speaking about first. Bud
Hack Job.......2005-06-17
Publishing has sunk to a new low with this edition. Levine had nothing to do with it, and the publisher hired some dealer to give prices made from thin air. Save your money and buy the 4th edition again. The 4th edition remains the standard in the hobby.
Don't waste your hard-earned dollar on this book........2002-05-28
I'm not a publisher, but I bet I could compile a better book than this. I feel like I've wasted my money. The book is incomplete, hard to index and the pictures are shoddy. What more needs to be said?
Wheres the Beef?.......2002-05-07
Maybe calling this the "stripped down for racing version" would have been more appropriate. It certainly isn't the family station wagon, full of Knife Information, that it was before Krause slashed all the pertinent data out of it. The 5th Edition is a classic case of creating a new version just for the sake of sales. That may not have been so bad, except they removed much important data which knife collectors use to identify and collect knives. Then, to make it appear they had changed it, they added superflous "bloatware," in an effort to make it look different. If Levine's 4th Edition didn't exist, it would be better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick, but you can still get the 4th Edition so that option can be avoided. One of the major facinations of old knives is their level of handmade quality. The historical record tells us that newer is not always better.
A big disappointment.......2002-04-16
First of all, Bernard Levine WAS NOT involved with this book even though it contains his name. Krause publication owns the rights to Levine and due to problems between the author and publisher Levine has publically stated that he does not support this book--thus, the unassuming buyer believes Levine wrote this book. This is simply not true. This is a huge warning sign. No one can write a book on Knives and their values like Levine. This book was edited by Bud Lang, the former editor of Knives Illustrated and though I highly respect Bud and miss him at the helm of KI, this wasn't his baby and it shows.
In my opinion there is not enough new material here to warrant a new book. Yeah, there are a few new pictures and an interesting article on William Scagel but there are some very confusing values in the book and according to Levine they were inflated and do not reflect the current market value of many collectable knives.
Levine wrote a very interesting editorial regarding "his" book that was published in Knife World last summer. ...
You be the judge.
Since Bernard Levine does not endorse this book I would buy the 4th edition from Amazon.com instead if you can.
Book Description
This new book is packed full with over 750 color photos of thousands of items from the authors' collection, identified and described in detail and evaluated. In as easy-to-use format, it features everything imaginable from axes, braces, and bits, to calendars, pocket knives, razors, and rules, all in alphabetical order for quick identification. A special section dedicated to reproductions and fakes will certainly protect the collector from making bad purchases. In addition to the standard line of tools and utensils, there are hundreds of colorful, whimsical store displays, advertisements, and other unusual items all made by Keen Kutter.2000 values. REVIEW: This book shows the diversities in products and presentation of pieces by the Fostoria Company, until it closed the factory in Moundsville in 1986. The authors have presented this complex period as simply as possible, providing original company catalog pages and detailed photographs.
Customer Reviews:
An essential reference for collectors and dealers........2000-02-04
Jerry and Elaine Heuring's E.C. Simmons Keen Kutter provides an excellent guide to identification and values of this brand's cutlery and tools, with color photos aiding in the process. This manufacturer produced a range of pocket knives, hand tools, catalogs and squares: all are surveyed and given current values here.
Delightful Guide To Keen Kutter Collectibles !.......1999-12-15
This volume (copyright, 2000) contains 192 pages and more than 750 full color, large, sharp photos. You'll find information about thousands of Keen Kutter items here. The book discusses Keen Kutter history, tradmarks and motto, reproductions, fakes and clubs. Price ranges are provided for each item. Major topics cover Advertising, Calendars, Catalogs, and Kitchen, Paper Goods, Saws, to Tool Boxes, Wrenches and Yard and Garden. A must have volume for collectors of this popular collectible.
Customer Reviews:
Collectors Guide to Letter Openers.......2007-08-26
This is a valuable tool if you collect letter openers. Lots of info with great illustrations.
Customer Reviews:
A MUST FOR POCKET KNIFE COLLECTORS.......1998-01-17
JIM SERGEANT'S EXPERTISE IS UNEQUALLED IN THE AREA OF CASE,REM.ETC. A TRUE GENTLEMAN IN MY DEALINGS WITH HIM.
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