Trimming hook
Category
Agricultural and horticultural equipment
Date
circa 1850 - circa 1894
Materials
Steel, Wood
Measurements
353 mm (Length)10 mm (W)38 mm (W)34 mm (W)
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Finch Foundry, Devon
NT 55328
Summary
Thatchers cranked shearing hook - used by the Thatcher for trimming the thatch. Held in the right hand so that the action of the blade is away from the user. The blade back is ribbed. This is designed to give the tool more weight when in use.