Historical information

This pump appears to be an antique hand-operated suction pump, possibly used for extracting liquids such as oil, water, or grease. It may have been used in mechanical applications, agricultural machinery maintenance, or even domestic tasks such as transferring kerosene or lubricants. These types of pumps were commonly used in the early to mid-20th century before the advent of electric pumps.

Physical description

The object is a cylindrical metal hand pump with a wooden handle at one end and a threaded nozzle or cap at the opposite end. The wooden handle is turned and slightly tapered, featuring decorative rings near its base. The metal cylinder is long and tubular, segmented with slight ridges, indicating where it may have been assembled or reinforced. The end of the cylinder appears to have a screw-type fitting, possibly for refilling or attaching additional components.