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DRAW KNIFE

c. 1860 - 1920
Subcollections
Tools
Overview

A one piece edged tool used to remove shavings from wood consisting of a concave metal blade attached to 2 wooden handles.
The cutting edge is longer than it is deep and is used by pulling the knife from the centre of the work towards the user, the work is then reversed. The handles are of pinewood.

Historical information

A draw knife is a woodworking hand tool used for shaving thin or thick layers of wood. It consists of a blade with a handle at each end, and the user pulls (draws) the blade towards their body to remove material. The curved shape of this particular blade is ideal for hollowing out or shaping concave surfaces in wood, such as chair seats, bowls, or log preparation.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-37-2021.85
Item type
Tools
Material
Metal
Wood
Contextual information

Date has been estimated based on condition of the handles and steel blade and construction. The handles are turned from solid pine and feature traditional incised rings near the bottom. They are secured using old-style tang washers at the tips rather than modern caps or nuts. The blade shows extensive pitted oxidation and dark brown patina typical of hand-forged or early industrial carbon steel.

Year
c. 1860 - 1920
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Last modified
Tuesday, 8 September, 2026
Completeness
94
Shire of Toodyay

Shire of Toodyay

draw knife
draw knife
draw knife handle
draw knife handle
draw knife handle attachment
draw knife handle attachment
draw knife top view
draw knife underside view

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