Hand brace and bit
Maker
Unknown
Production date
Circa 1825
Description
This wooden and metal plate brace is a hand operated tool for boring holes into wood. Resembling a crank shaped turning device which is driven by rotating the centre handle of the brace to drive the metal end (called the bit). With rotational and downwards pressure this forces the bit to drill into the wood to form a hole. Stated by donor to be handmade.
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