BRITISH HARDWARE

Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 3127, 4 July 1917, Page 11

BRITISH HARDWARE

STALL NO. 6.—British manufacturers aro hero shown represented by Mr. J. L. Garrard, of Wellington. Hardware houses of long standing are showing iu this stall convincing evidence of their ability to cater for the needs of all parts of the world. WHITEHOUSK BROTHERS. - LTD., Cannock. This is oheoljtho oldest makers of light -and heavy edge itools, and tlio samples shown should convince tho public that this old-established firm is able still to hold its own against foreign makers. Carpenters' toois are shown, comprising all lines that gladden the heart of the hardest old-timer. Axes, | slashers, and hammers are to be seen in great' variety, as each district has its own ' particular pattern. Garden tools are made by this firm; but just while tho war is on , this department cannot accept orders, us the demand is so great to fulfil Government orders. Entrenching tools, both British and French, avo on exhibition, and these will bo most interesting to many 'who havo sons at tho front, as these are tho actual articles "cHAS. TRAWFORD AND'CO., Walsall, chain house of old standing. In this firm's exhibit one sees they are out to catch German trade. They aro the makers of dog, cart, and plough chains, the height of merit. They are also the makers of tho famous "Octopus" wirestrainer, which has such a strong hold in Now Zealand. Grain and bag-hooks aro shown, which should convince users that British goods aro still going strong iu preference to foreign. GEM LABOUR-SAVING DEVICE CO, Manchester. British-made floor mops and polish are here shown produced by the above firm. One glnnco at the samples should convinco boholders that . these goods have come to stay, as tho quality awl workmanship are of tho best. Theso mops can be used in all places,' and will reach tho most difficult corners, in any room. _ BROWN'S CLIPPER CO., LTD., Birmingham. This firm'soxhibitshould'coiivinco visitors that for strength, finish, and easy running these clippers excel. Toilet clippers aro shown with patent shields, so that any length of hair can to cut. Horse clippers of all descriptions can bo seen from tho pony to draught in both ball-bearing and special finish of cutters. Power clippers are also shown. "Klip-quick, with tho patent spiral attachment and metallic flexible cover, which makes such easy running in any position of cutters, is also to bo seen. Tho "Briton" is a machine with all . tho advantages ot "Klip-quick," but is a little cheaper. W. T. FRENCH AND SONS,. Birmingham, show veterinary implements, garden syringes, and sprayers. Samples rfn'ibited' aro first-class both in finish and strength. In tho cattle syringes farmers will see just tho exact lino they need. Absolute satisfaction is tho verdict"oT veterinary men after handing these lines. Milk-fever outfits are shown, simple in construction, effectivo, and within reach of all pockets. Vajwriscrs for hospitals, halls, and schools aro shown, also vaporises for use in sick rooms. Bottle sprayers for garden use are just the lino for tho small gardener to use. Garden. syringes, of all sizes are also exhibited. This firm's exhibit is well worth closo inspection.— (Published by Arrangement.)