Reamer, 1900-1920

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Artifact Overview

A clock and watchmaker uses a range of tools to create and repair timepieces. Among this skilled craftsperson's many tools are files, saws, hammers, burnishers and reamers, like this one. Reamers are used to enlarge existing holes in metal watch and clock parts.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Reamer

Date Made

1900-1920

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America

Object ID

00.136.264.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.

Material

Rosewood (Wood)
Steel (Alloy)

Color

Brown
Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Width: 0.625 in
Length: 9.5 in