E.C.Atkins & Co. Saws Hardware Edition 1906 – Uncommon Original Catalog
" The E.C. Atkins & Co. 1906 Hardware Edition Catalog (often referred to as a manual or "Saw Sense") is a comprehensive 236-page document detailing the full line of Silver-Steel saws, saw tools, and mill specialties produced by the Indianapolis-based manufacturer.
Here are the key details regarding this specific 1906 publication:
- Content: It includes descriptions, illustrations, and specifications for hand saws, crosscut saws, circular saws, and saw-related tools.
- Significance: 1906 was a peak era for Atkins "Silver-Steel" branding, featuring tools for both industrial mill use and general hardware, including saw sharpeners, swages, and jointer tools.
- Availability: Digital, searchable copies of the 1906 catalog are available through archival websites such as the Internet Archive and SawDatabase.com.
- Related Publications: In addition to the large 1906 catalog, a 32-page "Atkins Saw Sense" advertising booklet was released around the same time, offering advice on saw care and maintenance.
For enthusiasts of antique tools, this catalog is considered a primary resource for identifying Atkins saws produced in the early 20th century.
It is collectible within hardware, trade catalog, and industrial ephemera circles.
CONDITION
Good, but
Catalog shows moisture damage throughout, but has the information in readable state
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