On View
Not on viewLeatherworking Tools
DateLate 1800s to Early 1900s
Terms
- Leatherworking Tools
- Steel
- Wood
- United States
Dimensions27.28 cm (10 3/4 in.)
Credit LineGift of Richard and Jane Montague (2010)
Object number2010.1.11
DescriptionWood and steel tool; draw (or spoke) shave, probably served a shaving function similar to a plane. Steel blade held in place with two prongs inserted into a wooden handle. Meant to be held with two hands. Nail wedged in on one side of blade. From tool box, Boston Harness Co., leather and harness making tools, 2010.1.1.
