Bench, Harness Maker's

Name/Title

Bench, Harness Maker's

Description

A tool used by harness makers to hold work while stitching. Consists f a bence for worker to sit on. Attached to bench is a spring loaded clam vice. After placing the work inthe clam vice the harness maker used his foot to push down a wood bar with a leather strap. The strap was also attached to the vice and when the desired tension was obtained the maker locked the lever in place with a rounded metal guide on the forward leg.

Collection

Mrs. Scott Meiks

Acquisition

Accession

1980.017

Source or Donor

Meiks, Mrs. Scott

Acquisition Method

Donation

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Apr 10, 2000

Create Date

April 10, 2000

Update Date

April 2, 2004