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Furmatur

Alternate title
  • Turning chisel
Period20th century
Classification(s)
Object TypeChisel; Turning Chisel
Registration NumberMMM 005133
DescriptionA turning chisel composed of a wooden handle, and a wide wood-turning blade with a tapered-face frontal edge, parallel side edges and an indistinct trade mark on both sides of the blade. The rear of the blade is narrower and features a curved taper almost all the way to the handle and tang.
InscriptionsInscribed with indistinct trademark.Material
Wood; brass; steel
Dimensions3.4 x 3.4 x 23.1 cm
Alternate ID Numbers
  • HM Object Number: 87015
  • Inventory Card: 50913-4
  • EEA Norway Grant: EEA.0434
Online Collections
Public Access
Not on view
Location
  •   Malta Maritime Museum, Reserve Collection
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