Campsite find....

[DiggerinVA]

This "wrench" was found at a known camp that has provided some nice civil war relics. Does anyone have an opinion on its age and what it was used for? Thanks.

 

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[JimK]

I hope someone chimes in on this one. Interesting find.

JimK

 

[RushinPA]

I would guess a farrier tool for horseshoes. At 9-10 inches it seems that is was made to exert some leverage. How thick is it? 1/4 to 3/8 inch?

 

[DiggerinVA]

Pretty thick...between 3/8" and 1/2". Definatley looks blacksmith or "homemade"

 

[fyrffytr1]

Is it flat or slightly curved? It reminds me of a nail puller.

 

[relic nut]

Here is something similar. It is called an "All Grip" Square bolt wrench. Turn of the century
This one is called a wagon or buggy wrench

 

[corpsman]

I'm guessing for horseshoe nails...