Vintage Stanley Sweetheart No 25 T-Bevel Square Rosewood Antique 1920s 8 Inch For Sale

Up for sale is an authentic, highly collectible Stanley No. 25 Sliding T-Bevel Square from the iconic \"Sweetheart\" Era (manufactured between 1920 and 1932).This is a true one-owner family heirloom discovered locally right here in Louisiana. It was purchased brand new in the 1920s and used directly on the job by my grandfather, who did demanding, hard work in the historic timber business in Columbia, Louisiana (Caldwell Parish) during the 1920s and 1930s just prior to the Great Depression. It has been safely stored away for decades.PRODUCT DETAILS & CONDITION:- Trademark: Clearly stamped with the highly sought-after Stanley \"S.W.\" heart-shaped logo and \"Made in U.S.A.\" on the steel blade.- Handle & Materials: Features a beautiful, premium solid ROSEWOOD stock handle paired with traditional solid brass hardware and end-caps. Complete with Justus Traut\'s flush-folding brass locking lever mechanism.- Functionality: The locking lever mechanism works smoothly, locking tight and holding the steel blade completely rigid at any chosen angle.- Patina: Exhibits a fantastic, untouched \"honest wear\" vintage patina. The blade has minor surface oxidation typical of its 100-year age, but no deep rot or destructive rust pitting. The wood shows beautiful light smoothing where it was held on the job.Perfect for the dedicated vintage tool collector or traditional woodworker who values authentic Southern industrial history and historical provenance. Please review all provided high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.Ships fast promptly and securely. No returns.Thanks for stopping by!