Posted 8 years ago
jake375
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I received this along with some other tools, but this one I cannot identify. It has no markings except a faint number on one end that looks like 39. One end has a curved hook with two other points opposite, all of which is slanted a bit. The other end appears to be some form of standard wrench except the square hole also has a slot to one side.
I haven't been able to find another picture close to this one. Anyone have an idea as to its origin or use?
A guess: Old time tool for removing tires from wheels.
I think it is a firemans wrench.
By George I think You got it slackjack! Nice Work!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Fireman-Spanner-Hose-Wrench-Firemens-Tool-Wrenches-Fire-Tools-/131682143216?nma=true&si=EmNZJHhTVLy1LGQ8NVjAZO%252BaGzE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
You guys are good!
I too initially thought it was some form of old firemans tool, but the triangular end is angled and doesn't fit any hose coupling easily. The slotted end is much more shallow than the typical antique firemans bed key.
I would love to be wrong, but I can't find another bed key close to this one.
could it be a tool used by someone who worked w/ wood-burning stoves? like to take them apart in order to blacken / polish them?
Thanks to the folks at Bolt Antique Tool Museum in Oroville, CA. the tool has been identified as one was used to work on a Yankee Horse Rake that was produced by Charles G. Allan beginning in 1875.
Thanks to everyone for helping me guess.