Rare Antique C. Tolman Dec 4, 1855 Patent Gimlet Auger Drill Bit Shepardson Co.
Up for sale is a rare and early patented woodworking drill bit. This gimlet-style bit is stamped with Chester C. Tolman's Dec 4, 1855 patent datee. Manufactured by H.S. Shepardson & Co. of Shelbourne Falls, Mass.