The older sets were magnificently crafted for the most part. Do you know anything about yours? If not, I could probably help you identify and date it. Probably not haunted though. ;)

I used to have one of these sets. A Dietrich set, I think it was. Several hundred dollars worth. I'm very, very disappointed that it got lost over the years and several moves since I was younger.

This is really epic looking. Got to admit though, I'm curious about your long story about your spirit guide that you mentioned in said journal; along with any other experiences you may have had. I'm sure other people would enjoy the read too if you ever get the interest to talk more about it in your journals!

Wow, these are really great! Do you use them from time to time? Hand drafting is so ritualized, it feels like sorcery.

I took a bit of drafting in high school and college. I am a CNC machine programmer and operator and design parts and products for the company I work for but actually I rarely use any of my tools. For the most part a pencil and scratch paper works just fine for what I need.

I collect the tools for a number of reasons and yes, they do seem to have a mystical aura.

Especially when you use them. The process is mindless and mechanical, but requires a lot of forethought. It induces a very zen state of concentration and mindlessness. Also the shapes and ornaments of the tools are esoteric to their use in a way that suggests importance and sophistication. It reminds me a lot of religious rituals in those senses.

aww, beautiful! wouldn't know what to do with most of those tools, but there. :)

Basically, almost every tool in the set besides the 2 pens and 2 dividers, are used to make circles and arcs. Not much to it.

ah. thanks for clarification. :)

BTW, this set and about 75% of my other sets were made in Germany. They made the best! I have a few Swiss and English sets and they are quite nice but the German sets. XD

I have a few French sets too. Quality? *rolls eyes*

haha. maybe I'll look out for them at the next flea market. :)

That is an incredible set. I've never seen tools of that style before. Very unique. And what pristine condition! Very nice.

I was going to guess it's German, based on the machine work. They're masters at working metal, and it shows in tools like these. I've got a bunch of old drafting tools, but none from that make as far as I know. I'll take a look through my collection later. Beautiful pieces.

As for spiritual energies occupying things, count me a skeptic. That's not to say you didn't experience what you described, but rather that I don't experience things like that. For several years, I did a lot of urban exploring. Sitting by myself in the basement of an abandoned mental asylum is a fascinating experience, but I never once had anything happen that seemed supernatural in the least. Creepy, sure. But always well within the realm of normal, for a dirty old building. There does seem to be a vibe you get from old things. Walking through museums, castles in Europe, old photographs. To me it's all your mind interpreting things and making associations and such. But to you, the same thing might be a completely different experience, so I have to stay somewhat on the fence. I'm rambling, but this kind of thing has been on my mind a lot in the last few years.

Sooo many devices :3. Will you be using them or are they just a collection?

I collect them and have over 50 sets but I do use them and may try and use a different set each time I need one. Which will be tonight. Just won a nice set today from around 1800.

It's kind of neat, using these old tools which are at least 75 years old.

Oh wow : D
Best thing is that they are made of good quality materials so even your children will be able to use it too.