B65-106 COMBINATION BRACE-WRENCH. Lowentraut "20th Century." Samuel Johnston of Leesburg, VA, received three patents for this gizmo, which was manufactured and sold by Peter Lowentraut of Newark. The final patent was issued in 1901 and in celebration it was marketed as the "20th Century" model, which is cast into the side. Also has the patent date and "Territories for Sale S.J. Johnson Leesburg, Virginia" stamped into the metal. Nickel plating about 50% but wood clean. A tool with a high gizmocity rating that is very popular with collectors. From the collection of Jim and Christa Schoenky. Good 80-160