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Brunner air compressor 1952 from army base

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My father left me this air compressor. I was wondering if anybody had any insight about it and what it may be worth thank you.
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It runs great. But did you actually look up every part that is on there? This thing is a little unique I think this was the property of the US government it came off from an army base. Look up the company that made the tank look up all the different companies on there I mean if you feel like it
 
#5 ·
As Chandler said, it is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it.

Antique collectors will pay more than the average smuck looking for a working tool.

Scrap dealers might pay a 1$ a pound,

It's your party, you do the research on the antiquated parts.

ED
 
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I as gifted a US Army communications generator 300 watts. It had a 2 cycle engine. I looked in the tank and it was rusty. Took it off, poured in some Purple power and small link chain. Talk about clean, Wow. Mind you the tag in the lid of the box indicated its last maintenance was 1952. I poured in a gas/oil mix and pulled the string twice before it fired up. I was amazed. Sold it last year in a garage/tool sale to another contractor for $100. Eye of the beholder.
 
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Chantelcronk, do you still have this compressor? I know a lot about the Brunner company, and may be able to give you some info.

I'd love to see a clearer picture of that dataplate in your first picture. I've never seen a Brunner/milspec plate.

Nate

My father left me this air compressor. I was wondering if anybody had any insight about it and what it may be worth thank you.