Name/Title
Screwdriver, FlatheadDescription
Slot head screwdriver w/wood handle which is flat w/a wide butt end; blade is 15/16" wide at the collar then tapers, then widens and tapers again to a point; close examination of the blade reveals it was a file at one time.
One side of blade just before tang is stamped "W BUTCHER" other side is stamped 'IMPERIAL".
Ira Isley was blacksmith at Mt. Auburn. IN and according to donor he made this screwdriver from worn out file and used in his shop. See also Neg. N-689Collection
Garnet H. IsleyAcquisition
Accession
1985.027Source or Donor
Garnet H. IsleyAcquisition Method
DonationMade/Created
Place
County
Shelby CountyState/Province
IndianaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaNotes
Date: 1856-1930
Made: Ira IsleyCreate Date
June 26, 2001Update Date
October 25, 2024