Historical information
These hand shears were used for sheep shearing. They appear to be dual purpose sheep or topiary shears.
They would have been used on a rural property in early Orbost.
Significance
This item is an example of a hand tool used commonly before the widespread use of power tools.
Physical description
A pair of metal hand shears with a circular loop handle.
Inscriptions & markings
On blade - Red Reaper Hand Shears 219
Ward & Payne 303
SHEFFIELD
ENGLAND
