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Denb il-far
Denb il-far
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Denb il-far

Alternate title
  • Keyhole Saw; Pad Saw; Alligator Saw; Jab Saw; Drywall Saw
Manufacturer F. G. Pearson & Co.
Date1938
Period20th century
Classification(s)
Object TypeSaw
Registration NumberMMM 005273
DescriptionIt is a long, narrow saw used for cutting small, often awkward features in various building materials, and to cut circumferences in wood. It is attached to a bulbous wooden handle with a metal ferrule and two screws. The handle contains the markings F.G Pearson & Co Sheffield.
InscriptionsInscribed on the handle "F.G Pearson & Co Sheffield".Material
Iron, wood
Place of Manufacture
Sheffield, England
Dimensions43 x 3.9 cm
Alternate ID Numbers
  • EEA Norway Grant: EEA.0501
  • Inventory Card: 53283-4
Online Collections
Public Access
Not on view
Location
  •   Malta Maritime Museum, Reserve Collection
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