Historical information
Sharpening is done by grinding away material on this implement with an abrasive substance harder than the material of the tool to be sharpened. A sharpening wheel is an efficient way to sharpen blade edges.
Significance
Mobile knife-sharpening services are no longer commonly used. In the disposable society of the 21st century we can throw away our blunt scissors, knives or tools and buy replacements.
Physical description
A cast iron knife or tool sharpening wheel attach to a wooden base. It has a wooden turning handle.
Inscriptions & markings
A McMillan Federal Knife Cleaner
