Summary
Wolseley No.3 mechanical shearing handpiece, manufactured in Birmingham, England, about 1910. It has a tension spring marked "SAF" for Small Arms Factory. There is a felt cover over the hand section, and a newer leather guard which was added as overheating was a problem.
Physical Description
Metal handpiece with brown felt cover over hand section and leather guard protecting gears at end.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Purchase
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Manufacturer
Wolseley Sheep Shearing Machine Co. Ltd, Birmingham, England, Great Britain, circa 1910
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Inscriptions
On top: SAF / WOLSELEY On back: WOLSELEY / No 3 / HARDENED / 49809 / N On rear rod: WOLSELEY 15 On guard: Sunbeam
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Classification
Agriculture & rural life, Shearing & wool handling, Machine shearing handpieces
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
344 mm (Length), 55 mm (Depth), 55 mm (Height)
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Dimensions
344 (Length), 55 (Width), 55 (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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