Tools, Tap and Dye Set

Object/Artifact

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Cascade Locks Historical Museum

Name/Title

Tools, Tap and Dye Set

Entry/Object ID

2022.1.294

Description

Tap and die tool set of 27 pieces. Parts include a wooden box with specialized slots, two wrenches, and 21 die parts. The inside of the case is printed and reads, "Wipe your dies clean. Avoid steel and other hard stuff. Use plenty of good lard oil." Back of wooden case is written, "Ben Scott." Dies are stamped with makers marks and gauges.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription, Makers Mark

Location

Base of case, front of case, inside of case. On individual tap and die sets.

Transcription

Front- T Base- Scott (Signature) Inside case- Wipe your dies clean. Avoid steel and other hard stuff. Use plenty of good lard oil. Markings on tap and die sets indicate sizing and manufacturer.

Language

English

Material/Technique

Ink, Printed, Stamped

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Set, Tap and Die

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Cutter, Thread

Nomenclature Class

Metalworking T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials

Dimensions

Length

24-1/4 in

Materials

Material

Wood, Metal

Material Notes

Wooden box that holds metal parts to a tap and die set to make screws and nuts.

Colors

Color

Silver, Gray, Black, Brown, Tan, White

Color Notes

Metal is silver with dark tarnish stops. Wood box is brown with tan spots and white residue.