Thread: Pulling nails out of old timber

I have a really old nail-puller which incorporates a slide hammer in the handle which works great.
I wondered if they are still available. Here's the modern version http://www.smithfrancistools.co.uk/Default.asp?Page=41
and available in oz but doesnt look like it has the slide hammer
http://www.justtools.com.au/prod2105.htm

Originally Posted by batcat

I have a really old nail-puller which incorporates a slide hammer in the handle which works great.
I wondered if they are still available. Here's the modern version http://www.smithfrancistools.co.uk/Default.asp?Page=41
and available in oz but doesnt look like it has the slide hammer
http://www.justtools.com.au/prod2105.htm

I have the Crescent No. 56 (Your second link). Bought new only a few years ago - Cooper Tools (USA) IIRC. The entire upper portion of the handle slides for hammer action. I also have a Bridgeport Rex No. 64, received from a deceased neighbour's estate - pretty much the same design as the Crescent. I'd consider this type indispensable for preserved demolition. May be available at flea markets, garage sales, etc., but somewhat rare; I threw in the towel after several years hunting, and bought the new one.

About 125 years ago and following, there was a fever of such contraptions being invented, some with specialized application, such as removing nails from barrels with curved surfaces. First patent I found was US No. 129210, 16 July 1872; latest was US No. 3169010, 19 Feb 1963.

Joe

Originally Posted by Ramps

This is the first tool that I reach for

Called "the Extractor"

Great tool if (like me) you're into recycling. Has a parallel action for gripping the nail and the harder you lever the nail out the tighter it grips the nail ... great invention

Also good for pulling nails through from the "pointy" when pulling nails from timber such as floorboards so that the top surface isn't ruined.

Great looking machine, basic idea very thoughtful

Where would you buy one? Do you know who made it (brand)

Right click on the pic>properties>http://www.nailextractor.com

Al

Originally Posted by Calm

Great looking machine, basic idea very thoughtful

Where would you buy one? Do you know who made it (brand)

Thanks Oz winner ... I copied the link to the page but forgot to paste it into the post

Think I tracked them down at toolmart over here but they had to order them in for me. On ordering them they thought they were a great product and ordered enough to put a set on shelf at each of their stores.

I just found them on the web at justtools over you way Calm