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Need a bit of historical help. I have a leather carry bag marked Ed Robinson...on the flap it says porters hand stamps. There are many vintage tools but there is an interesting ornate roll of leather with a great number of larger (saddle sized) hand stamps that are hand made but have such fine detail...finer than Hackbarths. The knurling isn't always complete and there is no mark other than a file mark on each tool. I can't find anything on Ed Robinson though I believe he worked in Porters saddle shop. I know Frank Eberle made tools for Porter but I believe his were marked. I'll post photos if desired but any leads would be appreciated.

Need a bit of historical help. I have a leather carry bag marked Ed Robinson...on the flap it says porters hand stamps. There are many vintage tools but there is an interesting ornate roll of leather with a great number of larger (saddle sized) hand stamps that are hand made but have such fine detail...finer than Hackbarths. The knurling isn't always complete and there is no mark other than a file mark on each tool. I can't find anything on Ed Robinson though I believe he worked in Porters saddle shop. I know Frank Eberle made tools for Porter but I believe his were marked. I'll post photos if desired but any leads would be appreciated.

I'm looking at a Randall 10" Chase Pattern Splitter that seems to be in good condition. What should I look for as far as deal killers (where do these tend to crack)? The fellow want me to make an offer...whats an average selling price this splitter (good to average condition)? Thanks for any guidance-