New Haven Connecticut Kilborn & Bishop Hand Tool Co. in River Street Historic District Real Photo Postcard

The Kilborn & Bishop Co. was a notable manufacturer specializing in drop forgings and forged hardware, a critical sector during the early 20th century's extensive industrial growth. Drop forging is a manufacturing process that shapes metal using localized compressive forces, essential for creating strong, durable, and precisely formed components used in industries such as automotive, heavy machinery, and construction.