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Box hammer tongs

Scope note

Tongs to hold hammers being reforged. The prong fits into one eye of the hammer, while the bottom piece keeps the head from twisting sideways. SMITH

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300023351

Broader Terms used

hammer tongs

Term used for

tongs, box hammer

Created

13yrs ago

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