A racket-shaped piece of maple with two holes bored through the handle. The head holds about 42 square tapered metal spikes 6" long. A pine box 6 3/4" on each side (outside measure) fits over the spikes and is tied to the head by two stout cords. Box…
A 3/8 board 7 3/4" x 3" is completely sheathed in zinc. Through its central 5" are set about 264 round iron or steel spikes 1 5/8" long. A 3/16"hole is bored near each corner.