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Image Not Available for Bush Hammer Or Patent Axe
Bush Hammer Or Patent Axe
Image Not Available for Bush Hammer Or Patent Axe

Bush Hammer Or Patent Axe

Object NameHammer
Mediumwood, metal
ClassificationsGranite Industry
DimensionsOverall: 2.8kg
AcquisitionPresented in 1981 by D Ruddiman Ltd.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS004620
About MeThe bush hammer was used in the granite industry. The hammer head is made from a number of individual steel plates. Each plate has a sharp edge. These edges cut the granite. Hammers that had many thin plates could make a smooth finish on granite. If they had only three of four thick plates then a much rougher finish was produced. The hammers were designed in the United States of America.