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3546 drhunk@c... (David R. Hunkins) 1996‑08‑07 Re: Swedish chisels?
Dave wrote:

>Richard - I've read your post with interest; sorry I don't have any 
>knowldege about the square you described.  But, I do have a question 
>for you:  About thirty years ago I purchased some Swedish-made wood 
>chisels when I lived in Brazil.  They are still with me, and have 
>proven to be the best tools I've ever had.  Is the manufacturer still 
>in business and do they have a US distributer?  The name on the chisel 
>is  and on the larger sizes there 
>is a fish -- possibly a dolphin or a whale.  If you don't know about 
>the US distributer, I would be happy for their Swedish address so I 
>can write/telephone/e-mail.   Many thanks in advance.  Dave Anderson 
>in Texas

Don't know (but think not) if Eskilstuna is still in business, but I do know
their chisels are wonderful and a coveted item. Thanks your lucky stars that
you have them and guard them well,

David



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