Fotch, Klaus

Blacksmith Tongs

Description:

These tongs are 64 cm and were used by a blacksmith to grasp hot metal. The pincers on the front end of the tool are slightly square. It is quite rusted but in useable condition.

Keywords:

tongs, blacksmith equipment

Source:

Fotsch, Klaus

Date of Object:

c.a. 1914-1940

Accession #:

986.09.17

Dimensions:

64 cm L x 8 cm W x 5 cm H

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