Historical information
This McMillan Tobacco Cutter was used to cut plugs of tobacco suitable for pipes.
Significance
Tobacco cutters were important tools for pipe smokers until self-made or manufactured cigarettes began to dominate the tobacco sales market from the 1920s. This item is a link to a previously common means of consuming tobacco.
Physical description
Metal tobacco cutter (guillotine style), mounted on wooden base, with brass striker plate.
Inscriptions & markings
Inscription "McMillan" appears on the striker plate.
