Two Brass and Steel Rounding-up Tools

Description:

Two Brass and Steel Rounding-up Tools, Switzerland, 19th century, 6- and 7-in. handwheels with turned wood handles, knurled thumbscrews, cutter assemblies, and horizontal dovetail slides, both mounted on wood stands, ht. 9 in.
Estimate $250-450

The 6-in. spoke wheel tool has brass tarnish and lacquer scratches


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