Summary
Wrought iron lopping board used in the timber industry to assist in the felling of trees. Probably blacksmith made.
Physical Description
The board is a 64cm long strip of iron with an up-turned lip. Welded to the underside is another short piece of iron shaped to form a recess into which a plank of timber can be bolted. The lip is driven into the trunk like a wedge and the board becomes a fulcrum on which to stand. Using several of these one can scale a tree.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr C. Jenkins, May 1989
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Date Made
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Classification
Agriculture & rural life, Land & soil management, Land clearing
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
64 cm (Length), 5.5 cm (Width)
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