knife, backing
Backing knife used for shaping the curve on the back and outside of barrel staves. Long straight blade with a wooden handle set at right angles at each end. Cooper's tool.
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Object Details
ID: | TOS0699 |
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Type: | knife, backing |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Sorby, Robert |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 357 x 473 x 143 mm |