Antique Ship's Caulking Chisel Tool
Antique Ship's Caulking Chisel Tool, circa. 18th-early 19th century. Â
The actual caulking material comprised of cotton yarn or string, oakum, which was usually the yarn from which manila or hemp cordage was made, then tarred with pitch. Â The material would be pressed in between the deck boards or side planks.
Measures- 6.25" overall.
TTI-503517
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Antique Ship's Caulking Chisel Tool
Antique Ship's Caulking Chisel Tool, circa. 18th-early 19th century. Â
The actual caulking material comprised of cotton yarn or string, oakum, which was usually the yarn from which manila or hemp cordage was made, then tarred with pitch. Â The material would be pressed in between the deck boards or side planks.
Measures- 6.25" overall.
TTI-503517
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Antique Ship's Caulking Chisel Tool, circa. 18th-early 19th century. Â
The actual caulking material comprised of cotton yarn or string, oakum, which was usually the yarn from which manila or hemp cordage was made, then tarred with pitch. Â The material would be pressed in between the deck boards or side planks.
Measures- 6.25" overall.
TTI-503517
