This bricklayer's trowel, along with a variety of other tools, was donated from a property in Emerald which was used for mixed farming and was owned by C Alexander (although he did not actually live there but leased it out) who bought it in 1920. WHS is a well-known British brand of gardening and hand tools.The trowel is emblematic of the diverse skills required of a farmer of that time.Brick layer's trowel. Made by William Hunt and Sons. Wooden handle. Steel blade.On blade: 'W.H.S. / HUNT & SONS / BRADES'bricklayer's trowel, bricklaying, alexander, emerald, victoria, australia, trowel, tools

This item is part of the Thomas Caine Tool Collection, owned by The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and curated by the Hand Tools Preservation Association of Australia.trowel, bricklayers