Pivoting Graver, 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, hammers, burnishers and gravers, like this one. A graver is generally used to shape metal components on a lathe. The graver's sharp edge cuts away unwanted material.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Graver

Date Made

1900-1920

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America

Object ID

92.0.133.25.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Steel (Alloy)
Wood (Plant Material)

Color

Brown
Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Length: 3.875 in
Diameter: 1.5 in

Pivoting Graver, 1900-1920