Name/TitleGin trap
About this objectOne of two gin traps used for small wild animals, particularly rats. These are of the same design but one is smaller than the other. They were used for farmyard pests by a Mr. Williams. One is believed to have been made by Williams & Sons of Colchester.
This example is the larger trap and is without a chain and pin.
MakerWilliams & Sons, Colchester
Maker RoleMaker
Date Made1900-1920
Period1900-1920
Medium and MaterialsThey are made from steel, with sprung steel jaws and a mild steel plate.
MeasurementsLength: 29 cm
Depth: 6.5cm
Jaws: 10cm
Object Typetrap
Object numberSTMEA:81.A.71.2
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
