View Full Version : A new use for one of Grandpa's old tools
ghh3rd
05-27-2014, 08:35 PM
I've used this very old oiler from my grandfather as a garage ornament for years. I never thought of really using it, but just noticed it while casting, and filled it with Bullplate lube -- one slight touch on the bottom, and one small drop appears, perfect for application on hinges or on a que tip for more refined application.
Thanks, Grandpa!
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Randy
David2011
05-27-2014, 09:39 PM
Just about perfect!
David
Garyshome
05-27-2014, 09:56 PM
Those old oil cans are just the thing, I have one but I doubt it's as old as yours.
CastingFool
05-27-2014, 10:04 PM
I have a couple of those, one is completely made out of brass.
WallyM3
05-27-2014, 10:07 PM
They also dispense the right amount to lube presses, etc.
Y'all do lube your presses, right?
Hardcast416taylor
05-27-2014, 11:03 PM
Wish I could remember what store I was in that I saw a display of about 30 of these neat little oil cans?Robert
3leggedturtle
05-27-2014, 11:19 PM
Brings back memories of oiling chains for Grandpa, then him telling me to do my bike chain b4 I went for a ride.
Bigslug
05-27-2014, 11:57 PM
Wish I could remember what store I was in that I saw a display of about 30 of these neat little oil cans?Robert
Couldn't tell ya, but Dewey (the cleaning rod people) make the less sexy modern alternative: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/450802/dewey-ultimate-gun-oiler-1-oz-2-1-2-stem
They also dispense the right amount to lube presses, etc.
Y'all do lube your presses, right?
Every time I use it.
I bought me these and love'em!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181274664830?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
ghh3rd
05-28-2014, 12:41 PM
zuke - although they aren't as 'pretty' as mine, they look handy. It looks like the minimum quantity is 10. If you got ten, and don't need all of them, I'd be willing to buy a couple from you and pay to mail them.
It's less then $5 for ten of them, that include's FREE shipping.
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