Grooving Punch

Manufacturer Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd

Source Richard Irvin & Sons Ltd

Object NamePunch

Mediummetal

ClassificationsMaritime History

DimensionsOverall: Height: 6.6 cm
Base: Width: 6.4 cm

AcquisitionPresented in 1978 by Richard Irvin & Sons.

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDMS001888

Keywords

Sailmaker

About MeTo make a sail by hand requires many different tools in order to work the heavy material needed. Seams are a weak point and to strengthen them the fabric is folded to make the join more strurdy, This tool is used with a hammer to flatten the fabric prior to actually sewing separate pieces together.

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