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Rail TongEntry/Object ID
x.1128Description
This is a metal rail tong. It does not appear that the tongs were painted. The hand stamped text reads, "C. B. & Q." and "K.B." (Chicago Burlington & Quincy). The tongs measure 13.5" (h) x 37" (w) x 3" (d).
Very large and heavy rail tong, used to move track, needed two people to operate, one on each arm on the tongs. Multiple people and rail tongs used to move a single section of rail.
Note: May be L1984.1.1Collection
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Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Company