Name/TitleWoolsack Fastener

About this objectFastener used to draw together by leverage the two sides of a sheet when packing wool. This fastener consists of a 'T' bar with rollers and 4 spikes and a loose arm also with 4 spikes at the end of a chain which can be attached to a hinged hook on the shaft. The spikes on the 'T' bar are applied to one edge of the skin and have adjustable hooks to the other side.

Medium and MaterialsIron

MeasurementsShaft: 69 cm
Loop handle: 11.8 cm x 7 cm (transverse)
'T' bar including wheels: 22.8 cm
Wheel diameter: 4.5 cm
Wheel width: 2.2 cm
Hook attached on Swivel 17.8 cm above 'T'
4 teeth of 2.5 cm

Chain: 71 cm , consisting of 17 links each 5 cm. ( Missing)

Object numberSTMEA:A.3293

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)