STOCK AND DIE

1926 - 1938
Overview

.Stock consists of a two handed handle with a semicircular central section which has an annular groove to communicate with the pipe to be threaded. The upper part is hinged midway along the handle and is a similar shape to the main body with the addition of square slot to accommodate the single die.
The diameter of the aperture is controlled by a long bolt passing through the non hinged upper portion with a nut acting as a clamp.

Number [1278] stamped on the handle and [NE17.7] next to the die.

A stock and die is used to cut and/or create a desired shape to a material.

Historical information

Tools used by Charles Duncan in his Blacksmith and Wheelright shop. The shop was called Duncan & McNamee and was located on the corner of Jull Street and Third Road. It was open from 1926-1938.

A stock and die is used to cut and/or create a desired shape to a material.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-33-AK1993.83
Material
Width
374 mm
Height or length
137 mm
Depth
24 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Number [1278] stamped on the handle and [NE17.7] next to the die.

Statement of significance

This object is part of a collection that represents the commercial history of the City of Armadale. It represents the many different businesses that have operated in the local area and how those businesses have evolved over time. Businesses play an important role within a community, they provide wanted and needed goods and services, employment, income and opportunities to the local community. They can also operate as important social connectors, places where people gathered and engaged with other members of the community.

Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Rare or representative
Well provenanced
City of Armadale - History House

City of Armadale - History House

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