Offering for sale this original vintage Craftsman Model 9012 Tool Sharpening Attachment (associated with classic Sears part numbers 09-19495 and 335.19495). Manufactured in the USA during the peak era of rugged Craftsman manufacturing, this tool rest jig is designed to bolt directly onto classic block-style or boxy Craftsman bench grinders. This is the ultimate accessory for woodworkers, machinist hobbyists, or DIY enthusiasts looking to restore their vintage sharpening setup!
Features:
- Precision Edge Control: Clamps plane irons, wood chisels, and jointer knives securely to maintain an exact bevel angle against your grinding wheel.
- Rack-and-Pinion Traverse: Features an internal gear track ("teeth") that enables the user to sweep the blade smoothly and evenly horizontally across the spinning stone via the top handle. This eliminates hot spots and prevents concave unevenness on your blades.
- Fully Adjustable: Micro-adjusts for forward/backward tilt to easily lock in standard 25-degree or 30-degree sharpening bevels.
- Solid Construction: Heavy-duty cast aluminum body with steel hardware components—built to last multiple lifetimes.
Condition:
- Mechanical Function: Excellent working condition. The gear mechanism tracks smoothly, the angle adjustment threads turn cleanly, and both lower clamping thumb screws and springs actuate properly.
- Cosmetic Appearance: Great vintage condition with a beautiful authentic patina. Expect typical minor surface blemishes, minor spots of light tarnish, and light cosmetic grime consistent with age and shop use (please inspect all high-definition photos carefully as they form part of the description).
- Completeness: Appears fully intact with original knobs, springs, tracking rod, and slotted mounting bracket. (Note: Mounting bolts for attaching to your specific grinder frame are not included).
We're running a 3000 square foot multi-generation estate sale. You can click the "more ads by this user" link to see the items we've listed so far. You're also welcome to make an appointment to come look at the entire estate. We're located on Independence between Carolina Beach and River Rd. in Wilmington. We take virtually every form of payment, including credit cards with a 3% fee, and we'd be happy to hold items with a deposit. Hope to see you soon!