Mystery Tool #1: This tool appears to have had a wooden handle
at one time as there is a slot headed screw in the handle. It is
marked "E-Z-OUT" and "patent pending".
We have a suggestion that this might be a dandelion weeder similar to
one offered by Lee Valley, which
claims their design is a century or so old from England. They state "Originally
called the 'Star Patent Daisy Grubber' when it was made in England a century
ago, this tool was used for removing long-rooted weeds from lawns and gardens."
Another website shows a "Robt.
Sorby Daisy Grubber, 47 cms long, Used for extracting daisies and levering
out small difficult weeds, this daisy grubber was made by Robt. Sorby,
Sheffield and carries the maker's mark. Early 20th Century." |
Anyone with further questions about this tool
may feel free to email the owner at sandyjruyle@juno.com. |