Hand Drill Used by B.B. Korn, 1925
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Artifact Overview
Tether cars, gas-powered model race cars, were popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Barney Korn was among the most skilled builders. While his models weren't particularly fast, they were exceptionally detailed. Korn even built model cars, boats, and airplanes for Hollywood movies. He used this hand drill while working on some of his models.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Hand drill
Date Made
1925
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Fulton brand manufactured in Germany by United Hardware & Tool Corporation. Possibly made for Sears, Roebuck and Company.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2013.47.33
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Eric Zausner and the E-Z Spindizzy Foundation.
Material
Metal
Wood (Plant material)
Paint (Coating)
Color
Green
Black (Color)
Silver (Color)
Brown
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 7 in
Length: 14.5 in
Inscriptions
FULTON | No. 126 | UNITED HARDWARE | GERMANY
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