
Collection of Vintage Agricultural and Forging Tools
This assembly features six distinct vintage hand tools, primarily constructed of forged iron and wood, representative of early to mid-20th-century craftsmanship. On the far left is a folding sickle or grape knife with a weathered wooden handle and a heavily patinated crescent blade secured by brass hardware. Adjacent is a standard hand sickle showing green paint remnants on the blade's spine and a turned wooden handle with a metal ferrule. The center features two small metal hooks, likely specialized wrenches or hay hooks, showing significant surface oxidation. To their right is a wrought iron pry bar or 'crow's foot' tool with a flattened, curved end. The most prominent piece on the far right is a large pair of forged iron log or ice tongs, characterized by sweeping curved arms and looped handles. The condition across the group is 'rustic' or 'as-found,' with pervasive surface rust, pitting in the iron, and drying/cracking in the wooden components. These items show evidence of heavy utilitarian use and lack modern safety markings, suggesting they date from approximately 1900 to 1950. The varied textures—from the rough, oxidized iron to the smooth, oil-stained wood—provide significant character and antique appeal.
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Estimated Value
$175 - $250
Basic Information
Category
Antique Tools & Hardware
Appraised On
March 11, 2026
Estimated Value
$175 - $250
Item Description
This assembly features six distinct vintage hand tools, primarily constructed of forged iron and wood, representative of early to mid-20th-century craftsmanship. On the far left is a folding sickle or grape knife with a weathered wooden handle and a heavily patinated crescent blade secured by brass hardware. Adjacent is a standard hand sickle showing green paint remnants on the blade's spine and a turned wooden handle with a metal ferrule. The center features two small metal hooks, likely specialized wrenches or hay hooks, showing significant surface oxidation. To their right is a wrought iron pry bar or 'crow's foot' tool with a flattened, curved end. The most prominent piece on the far right is a large pair of forged iron log or ice tongs, characterized by sweeping curved arms and looped handles. The condition across the group is 'rustic' or 'as-found,' with pervasive surface rust, pitting in the iron, and drying/cracking in the wooden components. These items show evidence of heavy utilitarian use and lack modern safety markings, suggesting they date from approximately 1900 to 1950. The varied textures—from the rough, oxidized iron to the smooth, oil-stained wood—provide significant character and antique appeal.
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