A collection of ten metal bits. Each bit is relatively small, and range in size. Each bit also has one square end where that tapers to a point, for attaching to its tool; the opposite ends vary in purpose, and range from a flathead screwdriver to an auger.
Collection
History Collection
Cataloged By
registrar@numulosgatos.org
Made/Created
Manufacturer
H. Boker & Company
Time Period
19th Century, 20th Century
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Makers Mark
Location
On opposite sides of one bit
Transcription
H. BOKER / FRL
Language
English
Material/Technique
Etched
Type
Inscription, Makers Mark
Location
On two different bits
Transcription
J. BOWER / CAST STEEL
Language
English
Material/Technique
Etched
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Bit, Woodworking
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Bit, Metal Cutting
Nomenclature Class
Woodworking T&E
Nomenclature Class
Metalworking T&E
Nomenclature Category
Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials
Other Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old Object Number
Other Number
696
Dimensions
Width
1 in
Length
6-1/2 in
Dimension Notes
Measurements represent the longest bit and the widest bit; all bits are shorter and/or thinner.
