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A whatsit - Boatman53 - 11-02-2016
Got this awhile ago when I was cleaning out a basement and have no idea what it does. I'm thinking something for leather work but that is just a guess. I'm curious what everyone here thinks.
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The initials are 'W&E'
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The blade with the cutting edge is uppermost in these two photos.
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Paging Mr Axehandle!
Jim
RE: A whatsit - Herb G - 11-02-2016
Looks like a really old window screen spline cutter to me.
It's definitely not for leatherwork.
RE: A whatsit - Dave Ring - 11-02-2016
A lefthanded can opener?
A sheet metal nibbler?
RE: A whatsit - hbmcc - 11-02-2016
Spaghetti pasta maker.
RE: A whatsit - JimReed@Tallahassee - 11-02-2016
Mr Google says that W&E sales company has made automotive hand tools and fasteners for over 70 years. Perhaps this tool is made for stripping out auto window gaskets.
RE: A whatsit - AHill - 11-02-2016
Looks like an adjustable trimming tool / cutter for leather, rugs, or upholstery. Perhaps used in the auto interior trim shops.