Links to additional resources
A web site which outlines the history of the American Zylonite Company, it has a timeline for the use of the material and images of items that were made from the material.
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Glove Stretcher
c. 1850 - 1940Subcollections
Overview
A pale yellow tool with two pointed arms joined by a hinge, the tool resembles a pair of long-nosed pliers or scissors. When the hinged one end is squeezed together the two other ends open.
Historical information
A glove stretcher is a tool used primarily for leather gloves to stretch the fingers, making them easier to put on and helping to maintain their shape after washing. The user inserts the narrow end into a glove's finger and squeezes the handles, which causes the pointed ends to spread apart and stretch the leather. This item belonged to Wally Haddleton, father of the donor.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-202-HS2025.446
Item type
Material
Width
5.5000 cm
Height or length
19.2000 cm
Contextual information
It is made of a material called zylonite which is a brand name for a plastic material similar to celluloid. The material was originally developed as a substitute for ivory and used for items like eyewear, combs, dressing table sets and collar studs.
Year
Last modified
Tuesday, 2 December, 2025
Completeness
Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Attribution requirements
Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.
Glove Stretcher
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