Skis, Boots, Stocks

Historical information

Hickory wood is hard and heavy. Owned and used by Wally Deans.

Significance

Used by SECV employee, Wally Deans who worked on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.

Physical description

Wooden skis made of hickory wood with metal binding and leather straps.
Cane stocks with wide baskets.
Ski boots are black, lace up with a steel plate screwed onto the front of the sole.
The boots are in a steel hanging device for storage and transportation.

Inscriptions & markings

Skis: "S.E.C. -3" inscribed on side. "66 / Hickory / 1742" on front of ski. Binding: 'Northland'. "Kanadar". Steel Carrier: "Tyrol / Can.Pat.1962 / U.S.Pat. 3074085 / Made in Canada"

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