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Mont De LanceyJournal, Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc. (HTPAA), The Tool Chest, August 2020
... The Tool Chest ...The HTPA was established in October 1982, later becoming the HTPAA in September 1992. The Tool Chest was launched to separate technical, in-depth articles from general membership news....A white paperback journal Volume 32, Number 3 August 2020 with the title, The Tool Chest, printed in black lettering at the top of the front cover with a photograph of three corner braces and a lined D.C. ...Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc. ...Tools Carpentry tools Farm tools Hand Tools The Tool Chest is a quarterly, full-colour journal published by the Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia (HTPAA). ...The Tool Chest is a quarterly, full-colour journal published by the Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia (HTPAA). Established in April 1992 as an evolution from the original HTPA newsletter, it focuses on the research, history, use, and maintenance of hand tools, with a particular emphasis on Australian-made tools. Articles cover the history of tool manufacturers, detailed studies on specific tool types (e.g., planes, saws), tool collecting, and restoration.A white paperback journal Volume 32, Number 3 August 2020 with the title, The Tool Chest, printed in black lettering at the top of the front cover with a photograph of three corner braces and a lined D.C. Derlon Patent 1892, as a background. There is a green band next to the spine. The major contents within the journal are also listed as well as the publishing details at the bottom. On the back cover is a space-themed cartoon used in Rota trade advertisements. On the back of the front cover is a Contents page. Inside are coloured and black and white photographs, diagrams and detailed instructions as to the use of the tools. Inside the back cover is information about the association and its committee members as well as how to contribute and correspond to it.non-fictionThe Tool Chest is a quarterly, full-colour journal published by the Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia (HTPAA). Established in April 1992 as an evolution from the original HTPA newsletter, it focuses on the research, history, use, and maintenance of hand tools, with a particular emphasis on Australian-made tools. Articles cover the history of tool manufacturers, detailed studies on specific tool types (e.g., planes, saws), tool collecting, and restoration.tools, carpentry tools, farm tools, hand tools -
Clunes MuseumTool - SAW SET, HIGHGATE TOOL COLD
... Tool...TOOL MANUFACTURED TO SET SAWS USED BY CARPENTERS AND WOODWORKERS....SAW SET - TOOL FOR SETTING SAWS - TURNED WOODEN HANDLE WITH METAL GUAGE....HIGHGATE TOOL COLD ENGLISH M....HIGHGATE TOOL COLD...Tool SAW SET HIGHGATE TOOL COLD ...TOOL MANUFACTURED TO SET SAWS USED BY CARPENTERS AND WOODWORKERS.SAW SET - TOOL FOR SETTING SAWS - TURNED WOODEN HANDLE WITH METAL GUAGE.HIGHGATE TOOL COLD ENGLISH M.local history, trades, tools -
National Wool MuseumPamphlet, Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race
... Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race...Pamphlet for Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race, produced by Sunbeam....Pamphlet for Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race, produced by Sunbeam....Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race Pamphlet ...Pamphlet for Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race, produced by Sunbeam.Pamphlet for Cooper Automatic Multi Spray Race, produced by Sunbeam.spraying, cooper engineering company pty ltd sunbeam corporation limited -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Book - Danks Catalogue - Tool Section of General Catalogue, Frank Ham, John Danks & Son P/L et al, August 2002
... Danks Catalogue - Tool Section of General Catalogue Joseph Dixon - Standard Tools for Saddlers, Leather and Plastic workers Reprinted via courtesy of The Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc....Enclosed is a small booklet 'The Joseph Dixon Tool Co. Ltd Standard Tools for saddlers, leather & plastic workers......Joseph Dixon Tool Co. Ltd....Whitehorse Historical Society Inc. 2-10 Deep Creek Road Mitcham melbourne Danks Catalogue - Tool Section of General Catalogue Joseph Dixon - Standard Tools for Saddlers, Leather and Plastic workers Reprinted via courtesy of The Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc. ...Danks Catalogue - Tool Section of General Catalogue Joseph Dixon - Standard Tools for Saddlers, Leather and Plastic workers Reprinted via courtesy of The Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc.Red book with black writing. Danks Catalogue - Tool Section of General Catalogue John Danks & Son Pty Ltd, 391-403 Bourke Street, Melbourne Telephone m2381 (12 lines) and at 3211-330 Pitt Street, Sydney With picture of building with John Danks on front. Enclosed is a small booklet 'The Joseph Dixon Tool Co. Ltd Standard Tools for saddlers, leather & plastic workersAs abovejohn danks & son p/l, tools, the joseph dixon tool co. ltd. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Book - Tools and Machines for Engineers and Woodworkers, Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc
... Tools and Machines for Engineers and Woodworkers....Grey heavy Paper cover Black writing and border Catalogue of Tools and Machines 248 pages - Measurements, prices and catalogue Nos of Tools Printed in 1913 - supplied by Frank Ham, HT-PAA Printed in August 2003 by Hand Tools Preservation Association of Australia Inc...Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc...Tools and Machines for Engineers and Woodworkers. ...Catalogue - prepared for J. Buck. Established 1759 Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc. Tools and Machines for Engineers and Woodworkers.Grey heavy Paper cover Black writing and border Catalogue of Tools and Machines 248 pages - Measurements, prices and catalogue Nos of Tools Printed in 1913 - supplied by Frank Ham, HT-PAA Printed in August 2003 by Hand Tools Preservation Association of Australia Incj. buck - established 1759, tools and machines for engineers and woodworkers -
Federation University Historical CollectionObject - Tool: Leather work, Skiver - leather thinning tool
... Skiver - leather thinning tool...tool...Ballarat School of Mine had a boot making department. This one of the tools that would have been used...Blade tool - wooden handles and brass blade section...Barker Library (top floor) Mount Helen goldfields Ballarat School of Mine had a boot making department. This one of the tools that would have been used tool leather boot making ballarat school of mines skiver edmundson lancaster "EDMUNDSON - LANCASTER" engraved on blade section "LEITCH" on both wooden handles Blade tool - wooden handles and brass blade section Skiver - leather thinning tool Object - Tool: Leather work Edmundson ...Ballarat School of Mine had a boot making department. This one of the tools that would have been usedBlade tool - wooden handles and brass blade section"EDMUNDSON - LANCASTER" engraved on blade section "LEITCH" on both wooden handles tool, leather, boot making, ballarat school of mines, skiver, edmundson, lancaster -
Mont De LanceyLasts
... Multi Fit shoetree. Size 7-8....Multi Fit Shoetree...Mont De Lancey 71 Wellington Road Wandin North yarra-valley-and-dandenong-ranges Mass produced. bootmaking tools boot lasts Multi Fit shoetree. Size 7-8. ...Mass produced.Wood and metal shoe last.Multi Fit shoetree. Size 7-8.bootmaking tools, boot lasts -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Household, Plane Tool, Early 20th century
... Plane Tool... Plane tools for shaving wood date back to Roman times and are still in use today. ...This is a metal plane tool with an adjustable blade at the base and two screws for adjustment. ...This item has no known local provenance but is retained because of its age and interest as a hand tool from the past. household tools history of warrnambool vintage tools No. 113 This is a metal plane tool with an adjustable blade at the base and two screws for adjustment. ...Plane tools for shaving wood date back to Roman times and are still in use today. This item is a vintage tool and could have been used in households or in businesses.This item has no known local provenance but is retained because of its age and interest as a hand tool from the past.This is a metal plane tool with an adjustable blade at the base and two screws for adjustment. The metal is much rusted.No. 113household tools, history of warrnambool, vintage tools -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus ArchivesTool - Concrete tool, Curb Concrete tool
... Curb Concrete tool...Tool...Roads and paths throughout Burnley were concreted and this tool was used to shape the curbs...Curved shaped metal tool with handle to create the shape of curbs in wet concrete....Curb Concrete tool Tool Concrete tool ...Roads and paths throughout Burnley were concreted and this tool was used to shape the curbsCurved shaped metal tool with handle to create the shape of curbs in wet concrete.DVFconstruction, burnley campus, paths curbs, curbs, curb tool, artifact -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Tools, Hand Working Tool, Late 19th century/early 20th century
... Hand Working Tool...This tool belonged to Ernest Brighton Phillips, a Warrnambool furniture maker. ...This is a small tool with a wooden handle. The top part of the handle that screws in is missing. ...Hand Working Tool Tools ...This tool belonged to Ernest Brighton Phillips, a Warrnambool furniture maker. Ernest Phillips (1875-1924) was born in Warrnambool and learnt his carpentry trade at the Warrnambool Box Works. In the late 1890s Phillips established a furniture store at the corner of Liebig and Koroit streets and by the early 20th century he had the largest furniture warehouse and factory in Victoria outside of Melbourne. His products were sold all over Australia. Phillips and his family lived at ‘Heatherlie’ in Koroit Street. Today this property is the site of the residential complex for senior citizens known as ‘Heatherlie’. This tool is of considerable interest as it belonged to Ernest Phillips, a prominent businessman in Warrnambool at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. It is also of interest as a good example of a tool that was in use 100 years ago. This is a small tool with a wooden handle. The top part of the handle that screws in is missing. The tool is attached to the handle by a brass ring and a screw and the tool itself is a thin nail-like piece of metal with a small metal piece at the end in the shape of a star with six points. This end piece gouges out a hole or a pattern in wood or other hard material. The tool belonged to Ernest Phillips and his name is stamped on the handle. Three oblong-shaped metal nails were also with this tool but were not necessarily used with it. ‘E. Phillips’ernest phillips, history of warrnambool -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Book - Woodworkers' Tools, Kees Klep
... Thomas McPherson & Sons Catalogue Woodworkers' Tools and Associated Trades Catalogue from 1909 - Kees Klep Printed by Allan Morrison...Catalogue- tools and prices Thomas McPherson & Son - established 1860 Green cover, bound by black spiral Catalogue No 10.T......Hand Tool Preservation of Australia Inc...Whitehorse Historical Society Inc. 2-10 Deep Creek Road Mitcham melbourne Thomas McPherson & Sons Catalogue Woodworkers' Tools and Associated Trades Catalogue from 1909 - Kees Klep Printed by Allan Morrison Woodworkers tool Prices Description Catalogue- tools and prices Thomas McPherson & Son - established 1860 Green cover, bound by black spiral Catalogue No 10.T Book Woodworkers' Tools Kees Klep Gabe Bognar Hand Tool Preservation of Australia Inc ...Thomas McPherson & Sons Catalogue Woodworkers' Tools and Associated Trades Catalogue from 1909 - Kees Klep Printed by Allan MorrisonCatalogue- tools and prices Thomas McPherson & Son - established 1860 Green cover, bound by black spiral Catalogue No 10.Twoodworkers tool, prices, description -
Sunshine and District Historical Society IncorporatedBook - Accurate Tool Work, C.L. Goodrich et al
... Accurate Tool Work...Accurate Tool Work...Accurate Tool Work Hard cover book Accurate Tool Work Book Accurate Tool Work C.L. ...Hard cover book -
Cobram Historical Society IncClothes iron, Gibson Tool
... Gibson Tool...Gibson Tool Aust...Gibson Tool Clothes iron ...Oval shaped metal clothes iron with detachable wooden handle.Gibson Tool Aust -
Ambulance Victoria MuseumGE VHF portable radio, motorola, Portable Radio multi channel
... Portable Radio multi channel ...Portable radio Multi Channel, with battery and case ...Ambulance Victoria Museum 1/55 Barry Street Bayswater melbourne Portable radio Used by Rural Ambulance Service Portable radio Multi Channel, with battery and case Portable Radio multi channel GE VHF portable radio motorola ...Portable radio Used by Rural Ambulance ServicePortable radio Multi Channel, with battery and case -
Ambulance Victoria MuseumAWA VHF 2100 portable radio, motorola, Portable Radio multi channel
... Portable Radio multi channel ...Portable radio Multi Channel, with battery and case ...Ambulance Victoria Museum 1/55 Barry Street Bayswater melbourne Portable radio distributed in Australia by AWA fm radio telephone M 1200 output 5 watts serial no 20685 Portable radio Multi Channel, with battery and case Portable Radio multi channel AWA VHF 2100 portable radio motorola ...Portable radio distributed in Australia by AWAPortable radio Multi Channel, with battery and case fm radio telephone M 1200 output 5 watts serial no 20685 -
Moorabbin Air MuseumDrawing (item) - CAC Tool Standards Machine Capacity Book No. 2
... CAC Tool Standards Machine Capacity Book No. 2...Aircraft Factory Tool Design Dept....Moorabbin Air Museum Moorabbin Airport 12 First Street Moorabbin melbourne Aircraft Factory Tool Design Dept. CAC Tool Standards Machine Capacity Book No. 2 Drawing CAC Tool Standards Machine Capacity Book No. 2 ...Aircraft Factory Tool Design Dept. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built. Ringwood April 1987
... Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built. Ringwood April 1987...Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built."...Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built." Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built. ...Written on back of photograph, "8.4.87. Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built." -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built. Ringwood March 1987
... Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built. Ringwood March 1987...Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built."...Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built." Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built. ...Written on back of photograph, "14.3.87. Eastland - Where new multi-storey car park will be built." -
Vision AustraliaMachine - Object, Matrix Braille writer model G, circa 1968
... "Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 792, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front,..."Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 792, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front....Coventry Gauge & Tool Company...Black vinyl-covered case containing black metal writer and paper spool Matrix Braille writer model G Machine Object Coventry Gauge & Tool Company ...Black box containing a Matrix Braille writing machine, with a paper spool attached to the feeding mechanism. The front portion of box is hinged and lifts up to reveal keyboard. Top half of box lifts to reveal Braille writer which is bolted to a wooden base that can be lifted out. The base is secured with a metal latch. Machine has black keys and the wooden case has black leather-like covering, hinged lid, metal clasps, and leather handle on the side. "Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 792, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front,Black vinyl-covered case containing black metal writer and paper spool"Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 792, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front.braille equipment, royal national institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaMachine - Object, Matrix Braille writer, circa 1968
... "Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 1183, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front,..."Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 1183, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front....Coventry Gauge & Tool Company...Black vinyl-covered case containing black metal writer and paper spool Matrix Braille writer Machine Object Coventry Gauge & Tool Company ...Black box containing a Matrix Braille writing machine, with a 24mm-wide paper spool attached to the feeding mechanism. Corner of box is hinged and lifts up to reveal keyboard. Top half of box lifts to reveal Braille writer which is bolted to a wooden base that can be lifted out. The base is secured with a metal latch. Machine has black Bakelite keys with rubber pads beneath make this a "silent" machine; wooden case has black leather-like covering, hinged lid, metal clasps, and leather handle on the side. "Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 1183, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front,Black vinyl-covered case containing black metal writer and paper spool"Model G, Matrix, Coventry Gauge & Tool Company, Ltd., No. 1183, For The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London W.I." is stamped on the front.braille equipment, royal national institute for the blind -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Document, Multi Unit Development Policy, 1993
... Multi Unit Development Policy...Multi Unit Development Policy: City of Nunawading Planning and Development Department...Whitehorse Historical Society Inc. 2-10 Deep Creek Road Mitcham melbourne City of Nunawading Planning and Development Department Land Subdivision Abbott Kevin Multi Unit Development Policy: City of Nunawading Planning and Development Department Multi Unit Development Policy Document Document ...Multi Unit Development Policy: City of Nunawading Planning and Development Departmentcity of nunawading planning and development department, land subdivision, abbott, kevin -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncDomestic object - Men's Pocket tool kit, c1940
... Men's Pocket tool kit...The collection contains items used by the Turner family during their life in Wodonga. These tool kits were often carried by men so they were equipped to deal with minor repair jobs away from home. ...A metal miniature tool kit including a screwdriver, an awl and 2 augers stored in a metal cylinder. ...Men's Pocket tool kit Domestic object Men's Pocket tool kit ...This item is from a collection donated by descendants of John Francis Turner of Wodonga. Mr Turner was born on 6 June 1885. He completed all of his schooling at Scots Boarding School in Albury, New South Wales. On leaving school, he was employed at Dalgety’s, Albury as an auctioneer. In 1924 John was promoted to Manager of the Wodonga Branch of Dalgety’s. On 15/03/1900 he married Beatrice Neal (born 7/12/1887 and died 7/2/1953) from Collingwood, Victoria. They had four daughters – Frances (Nancy), Heather, Jessie and Mary. In 1920, the family moved from Albury to Wodonga, purchasing their family home “Locherbie” at 169 High Street, Wodonga. "Locherbie" still stands in Wodonga in 2022. The collection contains items used by the Turner family during their life in Wodonga. These tool kits were often carried by men so they were equipped to deal with minor repair jobs away from home. A variety of companies in Britain and Germany manufactured similar kits prior to WW2.A metal miniature tool kit including a screwdriver, an awl and 2 augers stored in a metal cylinder. The cylinder screws together in the centre. There is a central slot on each side of the cylinder sot that the end of each tool can be inserted. The cylinder then screws together to act as a handle.pocket tool kits, hand tools -
Kew Historical Society IncJewellery, Necklace, Multi-strand White Metal, 1960s, 1960s
... Necklace, Multi-strand White Metal, 1960s...Choker of multi-strand fine white metal chains held by large clasps at the back of the neck....Necklace, Multi-strand White Metal, 1960s Jewellery ...Choker of multi-strand fine white metal chains held by large clasps at the back of the neck.costume jewellery, fashion accessories, necklaces -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook, Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines
... Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines...Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines Author: J P Chittenden Publisher: Rugby Advertiser Date: 1928 ...Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village 89 Merri Street Warrnambool great-ocean-road Warrnambool Shipwrecked-coast Flagstaff-Hill Flagstaff-Hill-Maritime-Museum Maritime-Museum Shipwreck-coast Flagstaff-Hill-Maritime-Village Shipwrecked-artefact Book Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines J P Chittenden Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines Author: J P Chittenden Publisher: Rugby Advertiser Date: 1928 Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines Book ...Multi-Cylinder Steam Turbines Author: J P Chittenden Publisher: Rugby Advertiser Date: 1928 warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, multi-cylinder steam turbines, j p chittenden -
Federation University Historical CollectionScientific Instrument, The Precision Tool and Instrument Co Ltd, Micrometer eyepiece
... The Precision Tool and Instrument Co Ltd, Surrey, England on the eyepiece. ...The Precision Tool and Instrument Co Ltd...micrometer eyepiece eyepiece micrometer the precision tools and instrument co ltd The Precision Tool and Instrument Co Ltd, Surrey, England on the eyepiece. ...Black and brass features, metal barrel and thimble. Housed in Black plastic box with blue interior and brass clip. The Precision Tool and Instrument Co Ltd, Surrey, England on the eyepiece. On the top of the box is inscribed The Precision Tool and Istrument Co Ltd, Thornton Heath, Surrey, Eng. On the box is a black label with white writing "Micrometer Eyepiece".micrometer eyepiece, eyepiece, micrometer, the precision tools and instrument co ltd -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Booklet - Catalogue of Tools and Machines, Hand Tool Preservations Association of Australia Inc
... Catalogue of Tools and Machines for Engineers and Woodworkers. ...Hand Tool Preservations Association of Australia Inc...Booklet Catalogue of Tools and Machines Hand Tool Preservations Association of Australia Inc ...Catalogue of Tools and Machines for Engineers and Woodworkers. Book describes tools, with components and measurements for various parts. This catalogue is a reprint by HTPAA (Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc) from the original catalogue produced by J. Buck 56 Holborn Viaduct E. C. which was established 1750.J. Buck 56 Holborn Viaduct E. C. tools & machines, j. buck, engineers & woodworkers -
Kew Historical Society IncAccessory, Multi-strand Gilt Metal Necklace, 1960s
... Multi-strand Gilt Metal Necklace...Gilt, silver and pearl multi-strand necklace, often worn with the gold caftan, previously donated by Dione McIntyre to the Society....Multi-strand Gilt Metal Necklace Accessory Accessory ...Gilt, silver and pearl multi-strand necklace, often worn with the gold caftan, previously donated by Dione McIntyre to the Society.neclaces, costume jewellery, dione mcintyre -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Pamphlet, Multi Unit Residential Development Controls, 1/03/1986
... Multi Unit Residential Development Controls...Review of Multi Unit Residential Development controls: your chance to comment including present and proposed density zone maps....Multi Unit Residential Development Controls Pamphlet Pamphlet ...Review of Multi Unit Residential Development controls: your chance to comment including present and proposed density zone maps.land use, city of nunawading -
Stawell Historical Society IncPhotograph, Carte-de-Visite Studio photo of Gentleman seated with lady in multi layered dress standing. c1870
... Carte-de-Visite Studio photo of Gentleman seated with lady in multi layered dress standing. c1870...Carte-de-Visite Studio photograph of Gentleman in suit seated, with lady in multi layered dress standing and leaning on back of Chair. ...Carte-de-Visite Studio photo of Gentleman seated with lady in multi layered dress standing. c1870 Photograph ...Cragg/Wearmouth Family collection. People unknown. Carte-de-Visite Studio photograph of Gentleman in suit seated, with lady in multi layered dress standing and leaning on back of Chair. Yellow card surround.Stewart & Co. Melbourneportraits -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncFunctional object - Bicycle Tool and Repair Kit, c1935
... Bicycle Tool and Repair Kit...Today the bicycle continues to be an important item for general, cheap transport, sport and leisure. Tool kits such as those shown in the item, were and important piece of equipment for bicycle enthusiasts, particularly on a longer ride where assistance may not be close by if the rider experienced a punctured tyre. ...A leather bag containing tools and 2 tins containing rubber patches to repair bicycle tyres. ...The bag has 2 straps and metal buckles to attach it to the back of the bicycle seat. Bicycle Tool and Repair Kit Functional object Bicycle Tool and Repair Kit ...The first bicycles arrived in Australia in the 1860s. They gradually gained in popularity and by the 1890s they offered a cheap and relatively comfortable mode of transport. Far being just a means of leisure, long distance cycle travelling became a fact of life in rural areas for people such as sheep shearers and other agricultural labourers with migratory work. The bicycle and swag travelled much of Australia on dusty dirt tracks, long before the automobile was introduced. Today the bicycle continues to be an important item for general, cheap transport, sport and leisure. Tool kits such as those shown in the item, were and important piece of equipment for bicycle enthusiasts, particularly on a longer ride where assistance may not be close by if the rider experienced a punctured tyre. John Bull Rubber Co. Ltd. was a British tyre manufacturer based in Leicester. It was established in 1906 and was originally named Leicester Rubber Company. In 1915, a new factory was built in Evington Valley Road as indicated on the repair outfit tin in this kit. It was renamed John Bull Rubber in 1934 after its popular product of the same name. In 1958, the company was acquired by Dunlop Rubber. A leather bag containing tools and 2 tins containing rubber patches to repair bicycle tyres. The bag has 2 straps and metal buckles to attach it to the back of the bicycle seat.On tin 1: "The John Bull / Repair Outfit/ John Bull Rubber Co. Ltd./ Evington Valley Mills, Leicester" On tin 2: "ZENITH Repair Outfit / For Cycle and Rubber Repairs/ Self Vulcanizing" On tin 3: Around the DUNLOP logo "Six Self Lighting/ Patch Heat Units / For Cycle Tube/ Vulcaniser"bicycle history, bicycle repairs, john bull rubber, cycling leisure
