Hammer, 1900-1920
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Artifact Overview
A clock and watchmaker uses a range of tools to create and repair clocks and watches. This skilled craftsperson had many tools such as files, saws, reamers, burnishers and hammers, like this one. Among its many uses, hammers helped shape metal, harden or temper brass and rivet timepiece parts together.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Hammer (Tool)
Date Made
1900-1920
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America
Object ID
00.136.267.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Rosewood (Wood)
Color
Brown
Gray (Color)
Dimensions
Length: 7.625 in
Width: 2.25 in
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