Historical information

Used by Peter Carrison (donor's father-in-law) who was a boat builder. Originally used by Henty brothers, for splicing cordage (rope)
A fid is a conical tool traditionally made of wood or bone. It is used to work with rope and canvas in marlinespike seamanship

Significance

Henty brothers

Physical description

Fid made of whale bone. Three decorative grooves (straight) around top.
A fid is a conical tool traditionally made of wood or bone. It is used to work with rope and canvas in marlinespike seamanship