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Knife grinding machine; STMEA:A.2370

Name/TitleKnife grinding machine

About this objectThis knife grinding 'trolley' is painted red with green and yellow decoration and is operated by foot pedals.

Mr Loveridge used this machine in and around the village of Haughley during the 1950’s and 1960’s.

Medium and MaterialsWooden frame
Knife grinding apparatus - metal
wheels - metal spokes and rubber tyres

MeasurementsLength: 3 foot 6 inches plus seat and handle 9 inches
Height: 3 foot 5 inches
Width: 2 foot
One pair of wheels diameter: 1 foot 5 inches
Treadle wheel: 2 foot
Grinding wheel 1: 3 1/2 inches
Grinding wheel 2: 6 inches

Object Typegrinder

Object numberSTMEA:A.2370

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)

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