7002-194. Lot of two THOMPSON patent mortise gauges. These uncommon and attractive gauges are either unmarked entirely or simply marked "patent applied for," but the consensus is that they are examples of Thompson's 1900 patent. See Bachellar, p. 112. These two are rosewood and brass, and more closely resemble the patent in that they have knurled brass locking screws rather than the thumbscrews more often found. One missing smaller adjustable butt end and one point, some hangholes, and other in decent shape with some wear and a casting flaw in brass end. Good- & better 50-100