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Murray Tool Co.
*, Canada
Manufacturer Class: Metal Working Machinery

History

Last Modified: Aug 14 2025 12:12PM by Jeff_Joslin
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The firm manufactured a combination vise and anvil. The location other than Canada is not known.

Information Sources

Murray combination vise and anvil on Garage Journal
Also seen on Garage Journal: a portable metal drill labeled "Murray Tools" and "Canada". The drill is identical to that from Cole Tool Mfg. Co.
A web search turned up mid-1970s mentions of a Murray Tool Co. in Surrey, BC, and 1979 listing of a same-named company at nearby 7355 Capistrano Drive, North Burnaby, BC.

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