Name/TitleReaping Hook
About this objectA reaping hook with an iron blade and an ash handle. The blade is slightly fullered while the handle is slightly shaped for grip. The tang of the blade is driven right through the handle and turned. This tool was used by the donor's uncle at his home in Athelington, near Eye.
Medium and MaterialsBlade: iron
Handle: ash
MeasurementsLength: 525mm
Handle length: 145mm
Handle diameter: 37mm
Metal length: 385mm
Width: 35mm
Object numberSTMEA:A.3669
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
