RIVET PLIERS

1926 - 1938
Overview

Two long handles with a fulcrum pin near the short flattened jaws. One has a round hollow in the inner face while the other has a notch in the tip. The manufacturers name is moulded on the side of both handles and is barely distinguishable on one of them.

Rivet pliers are used for fixing hard materials.

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, Armadale. It was open from 1926-1938.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-33-AK1993.104
Material
Width
4320 mm
Height or length
250 mm
Depth
540 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Text on handles [BESCO]

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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