6804-092 Lot of two CHICOPEE DRILLS. Two examples of Archimedean drills with reversing mechanism that allows it to turn the same direction on the up and down strokes, patented in 1881 by George Belcher. J.H. Hoague of Chicopee, MA, named them the Chicopee drills and manufactured a variety of sizes and styles. These two are 12" and 13" long, with wooden heads and grips and no bit storage. The longer one has a brass collar marked with Belcher's patent and the word "Chicopee", both have Hoague's own patent chucks. Wood has some wear but both work. Good (CBM53) 80-150 NOTE: Initial bids accepted until 5pm EST Saturday, June 15. Bids may be raised by phone until 10pm EST on Sunday, June 16.