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Chromed Bond baling hook
Chromed Bond baling hook

Chromed Bond baling hook

Datec 1950
Object number00008766
NameBaling hook
MediumMetal: Chromed steel, wood
DimensionsOverall: 142 x 220 mm, 0.4 kg
ClassificationsTools and equipment
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Ralph Sawyer
HistoryBond hooks were made by a man who worked in the Bond Pickup Centre, they were a copy of the Andy Land hook but were considered inferior. They are recognisable as the metal is squared near the handle and a horse nail has been used to hold the hook to the handle. Bond hooks cost around 30 shillings in the 1950s. Though good for appearance the chrome tended to scratch off.