My great-great grandfather on my Dad's side came here from Germany in 1881, and his son, my great-grandfather was born either in Germany just before the ship journey, or on the water. Both of them came to Dayton, Ohio, and were cabinet-maker-type carpenters. I think my gg-grandfathers brother or cousin was already here, and also a carpenter. When my great-grandmother died (Last of her generation) I inherited one of my great-grandfather's wooden tool chests, and all the tools in it. Some of the old planes, etc, still bear my ancestors' names and/or initials. I have some incredible works of wooden art (furniture) that my g-grandfather made.
I don't know much about old woodworking tools, so I am very grateful for this thread, and others like it.
Thanks!