Scutching (Swingling) Knife - 1959.1.57
Title
Scutching (Swingling) Knife - 1959.1.57
Subject
Flax processing equipment
Identifier
1959.1.57
Description
Straight. Blade double-edged and pointed. Very roughly shaped. Tag says "204 Ohio" by SDS
Dimensions
L: 23 1/4"
W: 1/4"
H: 2 1/8"
Two edges: 16.34" and 16.5"
W: 1/4"
H: 2 1/8"
Two edges: 16.34" and 16.5"
Materials
wood (oak)
Provenance
Samuel Dale Stevens Collection
Condition
Good. Evidence of hand is only defect.
Collection
Citation
“Scutching (Swingling) Knife - 1959.1.57,” Marshfield School of Weaving - Textile Equipment Collection, accessed May 15, 2024, https://marshfieldschoolofweaving.omeka.net/items/show/16.