edge iron
Object numberB5921
Titleedge iron
Creator George Barnsley (manufacturer)
DescriptionWooden-handled edge iron; used to seal the edge of the soles and improve its appearance; the tool was heated before use to melt wax into the sole fibres.
Production placeSheffield
Object nameiron, edge
Object category4.551
Materialmetal & wood
Dimensions
- length: 16.9 cm