Name/TitleBean drill

About this objectThis was used by the donor's father until 1945. It was used behind the plough (in this case a Ransomes Y. L.) to sow beans, but was made into a corn drill with adaptable barrels for corn (sand pits) or beans (elongated pits).

The drill beard a torn label with a figure of the plough with the drill in position. Also bears information and instruction for use.

MakerDavid Ward

Place MadeLong Melford

Medium and MaterialsDrill: Elm
Wheel and fittings: Iron
Barrel: Steel

Inscription and MarksPrinted on label: DESPATCH CORN DRILL'

MeasurementsLength of body: 2 feet
Upper aperture: 11 inches x 6 feet
Attachment bar: 2 feet 6 inches
Diameter of wheel: 1 foot 3 inches
Adjustment level: 1 foot 5 1/2 inches (including crank)

Object numberSTMEA:A.5168

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)