Mackerel plow, ca. 1650

Contributed by Davistown Museum

Description

Used for gutting fish. A commonly encountered hand tool on the mackerel seiners of the 19th century.
Size: 7 5/8" long handle, 13/16" cutter.

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About This Item

  • Title: Mackerel plow, ca. 1650
  • Creation Date: circa 1650
  • Subject Date: circa 1650
  • Media: Curved wood handle with a slate cutter
  • Local Code: TAB1007
  • Collection: Historic Maritime I (1620-1675): The First Colonial Dominion
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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Davistown Museum
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