Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Adz, Carpenter's |
Catalog Number |
1998.49.149 |
Date |
ca. 1875 |
Material(s) |
Steel |
Dimensions |
H-2.5 W-8.25 D-4.125 inches |
Description |
This is a forged steel carpenter's adz with a rectangular eye. The head is slightly tapered. The curved blade flares from the head to a straight beveled edge. The piece has no handle. |
Notes |
An adz is used for smoothing a large surface such as a framing timber or a floor. Conventional usage is a chipping or smoothing action roughly between the feet of the user. An unsteady hand or glancing blow could easily result in an injury. |
Collection |
University of Kentucky College of Agriculture Collection |
Subjects |
Woodworking |
Search Terms |
University of Kentucky College of Agriculture |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |