Cast Iron Thimble

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Overview

Large cast iron thimble that is shaped like a teardrop and has a deep groove in its outer edge where the rope or cable would have been held.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-124-2024.122
Item type
Material
Width
50 cm
Height or length
78 cm
Depth
25 cm
Contextual Information

Thimbles are used to protect the eyes of cable and rope slings from abrasion by providing a solid steel barrier between the fragile cable strands and the other rigging fitting used in the connection. Thimbles also prevent eye deformation or kinking by giving structure to the cable.

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Busselton Historical Society

Busselton Historical Society

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Cast Iron Thimble
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