Wrench, Open-End
Object number95.153.114
Attributed to
United States Steel Corporation
Datec. 1960
Mediumsteel; paper tag; ink; wire
Credit LineGift of RIDC
DescriptionLarge open-end steel machinery wrench.DimensionsHeight x Width x Length: 1 × 12.25 × 27 in. (2.5 × 31.1 × 68.6 cm)Width (of jaw): 7.75 in. (19.7 cm)
InscriptionsTag wired onto wrench has text "Press Shop #2".
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.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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