Name/Title
AwlEntry/Object ID
1993.2.105Description
Iron tool with round opening at top, long cylindrical body and pointed end.
From "The Dictionary of Tools Used in Woodworking and Other Allied Trades," p. 44:
"Awls are sharp metal spikes used for making holes in wood, leather, and other soft material. With the possible exception of the square birdcage awl, they penetrate by squeezing the material apartt - unlike the gimlet which starts a hole in this way, but later opens it up by side cutting."Made/Created
Date made
1850 - 1950Notes
Creation Date: 1850-1950Dimensions
Height
6-1/2 inWidth
1 inDepth
1/2 inRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
McClay, Albert and JohnProvenance
Notes
Object owned and used by John McClay, circa 1854 and his son, Albert McClay, circa 1908-1977. Object donated, in 1993, by Wayne Cunningham, son-in-law to Albert McClay.