Hollow bit tongs

Object/Artifact

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Lacey Museum

Name/Title

Hollow bit tongs

Entry/Object ID

2007-010-0081

Description

A rusted pair of metalworking tongs. The jaws are bent into a slight curve, with the points meeting only at the tips, called hollow bit jaws. A rusted bolt holds the tongs together. No brand is apparent.

Dimensions

Height

1-1/4 in

Width

1-1/2 in

Depth

15-5/8 in