Blow Pipe, 1900-1920

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Artifact Overview

A clock and watchmaker uses a range of small hand tools to create or repair timepieces. Among this skilled craftsperson's many tools are files, saws, reamers, burnishers and blow pipes, like this one. A blow pipe is used to direct heat from a lamp flame and is most useful when soldering.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pipe (Conduit)

Date Made

1900-1920

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America

Object ID

92.0.133.18

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Brass (Alloy)
Nickel (Metal)

Color

Gold (Color)
Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Length: 11 in
Diameter: 0.875 in

Blow Pipe, 1900-1920