Sunday, September 13, 2026

Can you identify these metal mystery tools?

Recognize this antique tool? Let us know what it was and how it was used!

We may have stumped you on identifying the last antique tool, but we have faith that you will get this one. Hazard a guess!
item 1271

Item No. 1271 was shared with us by Linda Roof, of Sunbury, Ohio, in January. Her husband bought it for her at an auction and she needs help identifying it.

Each week Farm and Dairy challenges readers to identify a small tool or gadget (or at least 'hazard a guess' as to its use).

Each week Farm and Dairy challenges readers to identify a small tool or gadget.

The metal wire items have their owner stumped! Can you help them figure out how they were used?

Help identify this antique metal mystery tool.

Item No. 1304 comes from Karen Simpson, of Callensburg, Pennsylvania, and it's been in her family for 80-90 years.

Still no guesses on our first pair of antique metal tools, but we added another one. Can you identify either of them?