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Southeast Asia Agricultural Billhook Tools, Early to Mid 20th Century
Item Details
A billhook is a traditional cutting tool used widely in agriculture and forestry for cutting smaller woody material such as shrubs and branches and is distinct from the sickle. Billhooks are today used in the wine-growing countries of Europe and were eveloped in Southeast Asia.
Type | Billhook |
Brand | Bench Made |
Materials | Wood, Metal |
Model | Farming Tool |
Working Condition | Untested; functionality not guaranteed |
Period | Early to Mid 20th Century |
Number of Items | 4 |
Additional Information | The handles may be ash. |
Condition
- blades are rusted with embedded soiling residue; two of the tool’s blades are bent; missing wrapping material on some handles; wood handles are dry-rotted; some of the wood handles feature splits.
Dimensions
10.0" W x 4.0" H x 1.0" D
- measures the largest example.
Item #
ITMG597475