Historical information
The knife was heated by a steam hose running through the handle and blade. Once heated, it was used for removing caps from individual cells in one sweep across the frame. This exposed the honey before the fame was placed in the extractor.
Physical description
Metal uncapping knife with wooden handle. Two metal pins protrude from wooden handle
Inscriptions & markings
Metal knife shows extensive use wear. Wooden handle burnt in places. Evidence of being homemade