Cast iron, inverted, U-shaped frame in two pieces bolted together, leaving a 1" gap. The long blade is rounded, not sharp, and fits into the groove. Mounted on a wooden base, made of maple or birch, with four legs. Wire attachments under the base were probably designed to hold tools. All painted black.
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Shaker Museum Machine, Leatherworking. https://shakermuseum.us/object/?id=4048. Accessed on September 19, 2024
