Large, 19th Cent Wheelwright's Traveller

Large, 19th Cent Wheelwright's Traveller

Code: 13424

Dimensions:

W: 20cm (7.9")H: 45cm (17.7")D: 7cm (2.8")

£58.00

Antique Elm Wheelwright's Traveller.

These were used to measure the circumference of a cartwheel's curve. The distance was then rerun on the flat metal used to retyre the wheel. There is always a slight nick in the edge of the wheel which marks the starting point. Initialled C.B on both sides

They are more usually made of iron.