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Fri, May 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 544

Antique Curved Wooden Hand Tool with Iron Blade

Estimate: $30 - $10,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $1,000
$10,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
This antique hand tool features a hand-carved, curved wooden stock that serves as both the handles and the mounting body for the blade. It is fitted with a single, straight iron or steel blade that is secured through the wood by two threaded bolts. On the upper surface of the tool, these bolts are tightened with nuts over square metal washers. One handle includes a circular bored hole, likely intended for hanging the tool in a workshop or kitchen. The hardwood body exhibits a dark, aged patina throughout. The tool's design is consistent with traditional woodworking spokeshaves or travishers used for shaping curved surfaces, although similar hand-held implements were also utilized for food and herb chopping. No visible maker's marks, stamps, or patent dates are present on the wood or metal components.

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