Name/TitleAuger (spiral)
About this objectThis large spiral auger was used to bore holes into the ground while farming or sampling the earth. Its corkscrew shape was ideal for quickly breaking up compact or stony soil. The handle is slightly tapered. The donor purchased this item from a scrap merchant in West Bergholt.
Medium and MaterialsAuger: Steel
Handle: Wood
MeasurementsLength: 2 feet 6 inches
Length of spiral: 5 3/4 inches
Handle: 11 1/2 inches
Object Typeauger
Object numberSTMEA:A.7067
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
