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[Nathan W]

I think it’s a drafting pencil or a scratch all for metal. Found at 1901 site.

 

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[Blackfoot58]

I think it’s a drafting pencil or a scratch all for metal. Found at 1901 site.

Two questions: is that an eraser at the top or a magnet?
Is the tip bored to allow lead to pass through?
Thanks

 

[Nathan W]

I didn’t want to rub it or try it out but it appears to be a dirty eraser , I think

 

[Nathan W]

Yes the tip comes off and it is lead, so it’s a pencil

 

[Nathan W]

Maybe I can clean it up and find a marking on the side

 

[Blackfoot58]

Maybe I can clean it up and find a marking on the side

Papermate and Parker were 2 big players, but there were many others. Good luck🍀

 

[Digger RJ]

I think it’s a drafting pencil or a scratch all for metal. Found at 1901 site.

Nice!!! Congrats!!!

 

[Nathan W]

Papermate and Parker were 2 big players, but there were many others. Good luck🍀

Only thing engraved is it’s says lead 2 1/4