Object number
96/22
Creator
Description
A strickle used for sharpening blades. It bears the inscription 'Steel filing strickles, W. I. Horn & Co, Sheffield'.
A strickle is a flat tool used for sharpening scythe blades. This strickle has a shaped handle and is coated with an abrasive material. It bears the inscription 'Steel filing strickles, W. I. Horn & Co, Sheffield'.
Physical description
1 strickle: wood; abrasive material; good condition
Production place
Sheffield
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Material
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External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_16708.tif - High resolution image
