Statement issued to W Williamson for payment of a previous account rendered and additional purchases on 2/08/1927 and 14/10/27. Payment by cheque certified by Geo. T. Bassingdale, proprietor of the Saddlery and Sports Depot, on 1/02/1928.Paper receipt, issued to W. Williamson for payment of his account with a local shopTax stamp toward bottom of receipt overwritten with: "By Cheque | GTB | 1/2/28 | With thanks"w williamson, farm equipment, saddlemakers, george bassingdale, businesses

Black and white photograph of farm machine at Olive Hills. Old shed in background.agriculture, farm equipment, olive hills

Duplicate of photograph 2809.1Black and white photograph of farm machine at Olive Hills. Old shed in background. At bottom left corner of photo: "Olive Hills"agriculture, farm equipment, olive hills

Black and white photograph of farm machine at Olive Hills. Olive Hills house just visible in background. At bottom corner of front of photo: "Olive Hills"agriculture, olive hills, farm equipment

A vintage steel branding iron with two prongs with the brand H S on one end and a ring at the other end. It was used to brand livestock on farms. It is the middle iron in the attached photo of three irons.H Sbranding irons, tools, farm equipment, livestock equipment

A vintage long steel branding iron with four prongs with the brand of a circle with a T in the middle one end and a bent ring at the other end. It was used to brand livestock on farms. It is the top iron in the attached photo of three irons.A circle with a 'T' inside brand on one end.branding irons, tools, farm equipment, livestock equipment

A vintage steel branding iron with two prongs with the brand T Q one end and a bent ring at the other end. It was used to brand livestock on farms. It is the bottom iron in the attached photo of three irons.'T Q' brand on one end.branding irons, tools, farm equipment, livestock equipment

It was made late 19th Century.A long large steel curved handled single headed plough spanner made by a blacksmith. It was used to tighten or loosen large nuts on a plough or other machinery.spanners, wrenches, tools, farm equipment, steel

It was made late 19th Century.A medium sized steel curved handled double headed plough spanner made by a blacksmith. It was used to tighten or loosen large nuts on a plough or other machinery. It was used in the late 19th century.spanners, wrenches, tools, farm equipment, steel

It was made late 19th Century at the Golden city co. in Bendigo Victoria. It was supplied with Golden City's One Way Disc Cultivator.A steel curved handled double headed plough spanner made by Golden City Co. in Bendigo. It was used to tighten or loosen large nuts on a plough or other machinery in the late 19th Century. spanners, wrenches, tools, farm equipment, steel

It was made early 20th Century.A steel straight handled plough spanner with one curved head and at the opposite end three decorative different sized and spaced heads. It was used to tighten or loosen large nuts on a plough or other machinery in the early 20th Century. spanners, wrenches, tools, farm equipment, steel

A handmade steel hammer and spanner combination with a hooked pry bar point at the end of the handle. spanners, wrenches, tools, farm equipment, steel, hammers

A long wooden handled tool which has a shaped knob at the end. It has a steel point at the other end with a large curved hook casing, attached underneath with a metal bolt. It was used to roll heavy logs or bags.hooks, tools, farm equipment, grappling irons

Used in the late 18th or early 19th century.A small steel double curved pointy hooked bag hook with a turned wooden handle on the top. The handle is attached through a hole in the steel and riveted to the the hook. It was used to assist with lifting large bags of wheat, fertiliser and so on in the late 18th or early 19th century. agricultural equipment, farm equipment, bag hooks

A small steel oval shaped headed bale hook or hand grab with three of nine pointed hooks remaining and a turned smooth wooden handle. The metal head is attached through a hole in the handle with a rivet. It was used to assist with handling bagged goods without causing damage. agricultural equipment, farm equipment, bale hooks, hand grabs

It was handmade by Wandin T Sebire and used in the 19th or early 20th centuryA handmade flail with a long wooden handle which is attached to a shorter freely swinging stick or bar joined by leather straps. It was used for threshing the grain by hand to separate it from the husks.farm equipment, flails, hand tools

Used on a farm in the late 19th or early 20th century.A pair of brass horse hames with a missing chain link at the top. Each has a hook attached with a metal ring at the end. It has four rings. It would have been attached to a horse collar and used to to distribute the load around a horse's neck and shoulders when pulling a wagon or plough. The collar often supports and pads a pair of curved metal or wooden pieces, called hames, to which the traces, which attach to the wagon or plough, of the harness are attached. The collar allows the horse to use its full strength when pulling. It was used in the late 19th or early 20th century.horses, horse accessories, harness, animal accessories, farm equipment, hames

Used on a farm in the late 19th or early 20th century.A pair of tubular steel horse hames which are linked together by a five links chain at the top to two rings. There are two large flat steel hooks attached to the sides with bolts and nuts and it has two metal rings at the bottom. It would have been attached to a horse collar and used to to distribute the load around a horse's neck and shoulders when pulling a wagon or plough. The collar often supports and pads a pair of curved metal or wooden pieces, called hames, to which the traces, which attach to the wagon or plough, of the harness are attached. The collar allows the horse to use its full strength when pulling. It was used in the late 19th or early 20th century.horses, horse accessories, harness, animal accessories, farm equipment, hames

Used on a farm in the late 19th or early 20th century.A pair of handmade wooden horse hames which are linked together by a leather strap at the top. It has leather traces and four metal rings. At the sides there are two long leather strips with chain links attached to each end.One long leather strap is shown in the second photo in Media - not to be confused with all the other tools in the photo. It would have been attached to a horse collar and used to to distribute the load around a horse's neck and shoulders when pulling a wagon or plough. The collar often supports and pads a pair of curved metal or wooden pieces, called hames, to which the traces, which attach to the wagon or plough, of the harness are attached. The collar allows the horse to use its full strength when pulling. It was used in the late 19th or early 20th century.horses, horse accessories, harness, animal accessories, farm equipment, hames

Used on a farm in the late 19th or early 20th century.A pair of shaped steel horse hames which are linked together by a five links chain at the top to two rings. There are two large flat steel hooks attached to the sides with bolts, nuts and rivets and it has two metal rings at the bottom. It would have been attached to a horse collar and used to to distribute the load around a horse's neck and shoulders when pulling a wagon or plough. The collar often supports and pads a pair of curved metal or wooden pieces, called hames, to which the traces, which attach to the wagon or plough, of the harness are attached. The collar allows the horse to use its full strength when pulling. It was used in the late 19th or early 20th century.Indicipherable inscriptionhorses, horse accessories, harness, animal accessories, farm equipment, hames

Leather thicknessers like this were commonly used in leatherworking and saddlery to ensure uniform thickness in leather pieces before making belts, harnesses, saddles, or other leather goods. This design suggests it was hand-operated, requiring the user to feed leather through the adjustable gap while controlling the pressure with the lever. These tools were essential in workshops and tanneries, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries, before the advent of more mechanized skiving machines. From HODGES Saddlery, Natimuk.This is a vintage manually-operated leather thicknesser, used for skiving or adjusting the thickness of leather pieces. The tool consists of a wooden base with four mounting holes, likely for securing it to a workbench. A horizontal metal bar runs across the top, supported by two vertical posts, and is adjustable via two round-headed screws. The tool also features a curved lever handle on one side, which is used to adjust or apply pressure to the leather being processed. The metal components show signs of oxidation and rust, while the wooden base has a well-worn appearance, suggesting extensive use.leather thicknesser, functional item, tool, farm equipment, harness, horse equipment, saddlery, leather, commercial equipment

Fret saws like this were commonly used in fine woodworking, cabinetry, and musical instrument making during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Their thin, delicate blades made them ideal for cutting detailed patterns, scrollwork, and decorative inlays. This saw’s wooden frame and tensioning mechanism suggest it was an early design, as modern versions transitioned to all-metal frames. Fret Saw formerly owned by Mr JENDE of Jeparit.The item is a vintage fret saw, a manually operated woodworking tool used for cutting intricate shapes and curves in wood, metal, or other materials. The saw features a rectangular wooden frame with curved side arms, designed to maintain tension on the thin, fine-toothed metal blade. The blade is held taut between two adjustable metal fittings at the bottom of the frame. The two wooden handles, one at each end, allow for control and tension adjustment. The saw shows signs of age, with wear on the wooden frame and some oxidation on the metal components.fret saw, cutting tool, tool, farm equipment

Hobble chains were commonly used by farmers, drovers, and horse handlers in the 19th and early 20th centuries. They were placed around a horse's legs to prevent it from wandering too far while grazing or resting. These chains were essential tools for livestock management, particularly in open grazing environments where fencing was limited. The reference to Vectis Homestead suggests this piece was used on a historical farm or station, possibly dating back to pioneering Australian agricultural practices. Horse Hobble Chain from Vectis Homestead.The item is a rusted metal hobble chain, historically used to restrain or slow down horses or livestock by limiting their movement. The chain consists of several interlinked iron loops, some of which appear twisted or slightly misshapen due to age and wear. The chain ends with a larger rectangular link, likely for attachment purposes. The surface of the chain is heavily rusted, indicating significant age and exposure to the elements.hobble chain, horse, farm equipment, functional item, horse equipment

These manual horsehair clippers were widely used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries before the introduction of electric clippers. They were an essential tool for grooming horses, especially for trimming manes, tails, and coats to maintain cleanliness and health. The A. Martin Manufacturers brand was known for producing high-quality grooming and agricultural tools, making this clipper a valuable piece of equestrian history.This is a pair of vintage manual horsehair clippers made by A. Martin Manufacturers, a well-known producer of hand-operated grooming tools. The clippers consist of two curved metal arms with a scissor-like mechanism and wooden handles. The cutting head features two finely serrated blades, designed to trim horsehair efficiently. The wooden handles show signs of wear, with a weathered and aged appearance. The metal frame and blades exhibit patina and some rust, indicating extensive past use.The metal arms are stamped with "A. MARTIN MANUFACTURERS", indicating the maker.groom, hair, horse, clippers, horse equipment, farm equipment

Plow planes like this were widely used by woodworkers, cabinetmakers, and carpenters from the 18th to early 20th centuries for cutting grooves (plows) in wood to fit panels, joints, or decorative moldings. Before modern power tools, these hand planes were essential for precise joinery work in furniture making, cabinetry, and timber construction. The adjustable wooden rods allowed craftsmen to control the cutting width, making it a versatile tool for different woodworking applications. J BEDWORTH/BUNWORTH?The item is a wooden adjustable plow plane, a traditional carpentry and joinery tool used for cutting grooves or channels in wood. The plane consists of a solid wooden body with a slot for an iron cutting blade (not visible in the image). It has two pairs of wooden rods, which extend from the sides and are used to adjust the cutting width and depth. A metal thumbscrew on top is used to secure the blade or depth stop in place. The tool has a well-worn patina, with visible scratches, dents, and signs of age, indicating extensive use.timber plane, tool, farm equipment, commercial equipment, wood, carpenters, cabinetmakers, builders

Hoof rasps are essential tools used by farriers (specialists in equine hoof care) for trimming, shaping, and maintaining horse hooves. They help in smoothing rough edges and correcting hoof growth after trimming. Traditional rasps like this were manually operated before modern electric hoof grinders became available. The small size of this rasp suggests it may have been a section cut from a larger rasp, repurposed for finer adjustments or as a portable tool.The item is a hoof rasp, a small, rectangular metal tool with a rough, raised, and textured surface designed for filing and smoothing horse hooves. The rasp is compact and appears well-worn, showing signs of use and rusting. The rasping surface consists of small, sharp teeth that efficiently remove layers of hoof material when rubbed against the surface.rasp, file, horse, teeth, farm equipment, tool, horse equipment

Calipers like these were commonly used in the 19th and early 20th centuries for precision measuring tasks, particularly in blacksmithing, metalworking, and carpentry. Their adjustable design allowed craftsmen to accurately check external dimensions of objects such as wheels, barrels, or machined parts. These outside callipers would have been especially useful for ensuring uniformity in metal or wooden components, a crucial aspect of engineering, manufacturing, and blacksmithing practices before the widespread use of digital measuring tools.The item is a pair of large iron dividers or outside callipers, used for measuring external dimensions or transferring measurements in metalworking, woodworking, or blacksmithing. The tool consists of: Two curved arms forming a symmetrical, oval-like shape when opened. A pivot joint at the top, allowing the arms to move freely for adjusting the measurement range. A flat adjustment screw mechanism, which helps in finely tuning and locking the calipers in place. The metal surface is darkened and rusted, indicating significant age and long-term use.farm equipment, callipers, measure

These rings may have been used as counterweights, machinery parts, or components of an agricultural or industrial mechanism. Their aged and corroded condition suggests long-term exposure to the elements, indicating they may have been left outside or stored in a shed for many years.The image shows a set of three heavy, circular metal rings with a central hole. The rings have a rough, corroded surface with visible rust and pitting. They appear to be stacked, with one slightly tilted on top of the others. rings, farm equipment

These leather leggings were commonly used by farmers, stockmen, and labourers in rural areas to protect their legs from brush, dirt, and potential injuries while working in rugged environments. They were particularly useful for horse riders, protecting against chafing and bush scratches. The wear and patina suggest they were well-used and possibly date back to the early to mid-20th century.The item consists of a pair of brown leather leggings or gaiters, designed to cover the lower legs for protection. Each piece is rectangular with a slight curve to fit around the leg, and they have reinforced edges with visible stitching. The leather is well-worn, showing scuffs, scratches, and patina from age and use. There are straps and buckles for fastening, positioned at the top and bottom of each legging.leggings, gaiters, stockmen, labourers, farm equipment

Hand cultivators like this were widely used in the 19th and early 20th centuries for small-scale gardening and farming. They were commonly used for breaking up compacted soil, aerating roots, and pulling weeds. This type of tool was often found in home gardens, farms, and market gardens, particularly before mechanized farming became widespread. The hand-forged and chain-wrapped handle suggests it may have been custom-made or repaired over time. The rusted patina and wear indicate extensive outdoor exposure, likely from long-term use in gardening or farming settings.This is a handheld gardening cultivator, used for loosening soil, removing weeds, or aerating garden beds. It features four curved metal tines, which are slightly bent at the ends for digging and raking soil effectively. The handle is metal, likely made from wrought iron or steel, and has a loop at the end, possibly for hanging storage. A decorative chain-wrapped grip is attached around the handle, likely for added grip or reinforcement. The tool shows significant signs of rust and wear, indicating age and long-term use.garden fork, gardening, household item, farm equipment