Ragusa Pattern Shop Inc

Ragusa Pattern was founded in 1939 when Tony Ragusa was asked by customers to start his own business.  Tony had been showing exemplary skill that brought him a following of clients.  The shop opened in Los Angeles after Tony bought Craftsman machinery from Sears.  Tony’s son Angelo learned patternmaking as an apprentice to his Father, and other extremely accomplished tradesmen at Ragusa Pattern.  Due to constant growth, in 1942  a larger building was constructed.  This allowed the company to expand for Government War projects.  In 1943 Angelo went into the U.S. Air Corp until 1945, while Tony kept the shop thriving.  Angelo was given leave throughout his duties to come home and help his father work on several World War II jobs.  In 1972 the third generation arrived on the scene, Angelo’s son Ron began his career.  Ron took to this interesting work exceptionally well. ... [Details]