Wrench, Open-End
Object number95.153.115
Attributed to
United States Steel Corporation
Datec. 1950
Mediumsteel; paper; ink; wire; paint(?)
Credit LineGift of RIDC
DescriptionHeavily-made striking-type open-end steel machinery wrench.DimensionsHeight x Width x Length: 2.25 × 8.5 × 22 in. (5.7 × 21.6 × 55.9 cm)Width (of jaw): 4 in. (10.2 cm)
InscriptionsPaper tag wired to object has text "(23j) Press Shop".
Historical NotesThis large-scale wrench appears to have been shop-made to serve a particular function related to a large machine. Presumably, this item is from the Duquesne works of United States Steel Corporation. This style of wrench was usually designed to be struck with a large hammer to loosen or tighten a fastener;Label TextThese large steel wrenches were used for maintenance, assembly, and disassembly of large industrial machines in the Duquesne Works steel mill. All appear to be shop-made.
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