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    I have an Hamilton Standard Wooden propeller
    Fahlin
    D585A18
    NO 2900 HR85
    RpY2575
    ATC681

    was told the year was 1917
    Would like to know anything about it and how much is it worth
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    Last edited by rvn1965; 07-14-2012, 10:51 PM.

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    Hamilton Standard was formed in 1932 with a merger of Hamilton Aero and Standard Steel. Something is amiss. . .

    I'm guessing that the number is actually 585-48 rather than -18 and that it was used for a Luscombe. It's likely from the 40's or 50's, but certainly not from the teens.

    You can't even begin to determine "worth" without knowing more about its usage and condition.
    Dave

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    • #3
      something not quite right

      You will notice that the decal looks very new, and its not put on correctly, and dave is correct about the dates of hamilton standard, so it appears that someone is just trying thier hand at putting the wrong decal on the wrong prop. One of the elements I truly do appreciate about this site, its a treasure hunt, and its always a puzzle to unravel, when presented with such photos of old wooden air screws.

      The fun continues.

      Sincerely,
      Dennis Hicklin
      Seattle Wa.
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      • #4
        Originally posted by D.Hicklin View Post
        You will notice that the decal looks very new, and its not put on correctly, and dave is correct about the dates of hamilton standard, so it appears that someone is just trying thier hand at putting the wrong decal on the wrong prop. One of the elements I truly do appreciate about this site, its a treasure hunt, and its always a puzzle to unravel, when presented with such photos of old wooden air screws.

        The fun continues.

        Sincerely,
        Dennis Hicklin
        Seattle Wa.
        What in the world do you have on your trailer, Dennis?
        Dave

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        • #5
          varible pitch propellor blades



          Hey Dave, I knew those would get your atttention. Those are a set of blades from one of the hubs on one of our tug boats in the ship yard where I work. I hauled those the other day to be serviced. They weigh about 1800 lbs a piece. They are varible pitch as well, very elegant and very spendy. They are not easy to handle, they have to be loaded with a crane, when stood up on the hub, they make great yard art, but its rare that they are discarded, they are stainless steel. Glad you enjoyed the pictures.

          Sincerely,
          Dennis Hicklin
          Seattle Wa.
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