Lot 63

Pair of Craftsman Wooden Handscrew Clamps with Hardwood Jaws and Turned Handles

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Pair of Craftsman Wooden Handscrew Clamps with Hardwood Jaws and Turned Handles
Pair of Craftsman Wooden Handscrew Clamps with Hardwood Jaws and Turned Handles
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Pair of Craftsman Wooden Handscrew Clamps with Hardwood Jaws and Turned Handles

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by California Auction Company LLC
July 18, 2026 7:00 AM PDT
Timed Auction
1212 E. Harding Way
Stockton, CA, US 95205

A pair of vintage Craftsman wooden handscrew clamps, each constructed with hardwood jaws, dual threaded steel spindles, and turned wooden handles. Bearing the "CRAFTSMAN" mark, these traditional woodworking clamps exemplify the durable, time-tested design long favored by cabinetmakers, furniture makers, and patternmakers for their exceptional versatility and precise clamping action. Unlike conventional bar clamps, handscrew clamps feature independently adjustable threaded spindles that allow the jaws to be set parallel, angled, or tapered, making them indispensable for irregular workpieces, mitered joints, edge gluing, and delicate woodworking operations. Their wooden jaws provide a secure grip while minimizing the risk of marring finished surfaces. Craftsman tools, introduced by Sears, Roebuck & Co. in 1927, became synonymous with quality American workmanship and were trusted by generations of professional tradesmen and serious hobbyists. Vintage Craftsman woodworking tools remain highly collectible, particularly examples retaining their original hardwood construction and classic hand-operated design. Offered as a matched pair, these clamps retain an attractive workshop patina developed through years of honest use. Equally suited for continued service in the woodshop or as decorative examples of traditional American woodworking tools, they represent enduring craftsmanship from one of America's most recognizable tool brands.

  • Literature: For related examples, see: • Sears, Roebuck & Co. Craftsman Tool Catalogs, mid-20th century editions. • Graham Blackburn, Traditional Woodworking Handtools. • Scott Wynn, The Woodworker's Guide to Hand Tools.
  • Circa: Mid-20th Century, circa 1940s–1960s.
  • Condition: Overall good vintage working condition. Hardwood jaws exhibit expected wear, surface marks, and age-related discoloration from workshop use. Steel threaded spindles display oxidation and surface rust consistent with age but remain functional. Wooden handles are intact, and both clamps operate as intended. A well-preserved pair with an appealing honest patina.

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