Farm Equip? Any Ideas....(Broom hanger)

Bunker · Aug 20, 2010

Hello All,
Found this item at a Western NC homestead from the 1800's. Found a bunch of axe heads and hoes etc. That is a quarter next to it for reference. Three holes to screw into a wall i suppose. Not super heavy duty weight wise.
Thanks for looking,
Bunker

lennon631 · Aug 20, 2010

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Looks like a flagpole holder like the one's you would hang outside your front door. :dontknow:

Bunker · Aug 20, 2010

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Hi Lennon631,
That had crossed my mind as well as a bottle opener. But I don't think these would fit for the era of this place.
Thanks for your input.
Bunker

traderoftreasures · Aug 20, 2010

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probably to hold a dinner bell

Bunker · Aug 21, 2010

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That is an interesting thought TraderofTreasure. Thanks
Bunker

mojjax · Aug 21, 2010

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Broom holder :dontknow:

Bunker · Aug 21, 2010

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Broom Holder, hadn't thought of that one. I will keep that one in reserve as more suggestions come in. Appreciate your comment and time.
Thanks,
Bunker

terpfan · Aug 21, 2010

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mojjax said:
Broom holder

Was thinking the same thing.

mojjax · Aug 21, 2010

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Here's a variation of one I had in my junk draw - now that it's out , I think I'm going to mount it on the kitchen wall and put it to good use .

Bunker · Aug 21, 2010

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Mojjax, I think you nailed it. :notworthy:

I will have to do a search and see what kind of time frame mine might be. Thanks, I like the look of yours.
Thanks for taking the time to find yours and post it for everyone to see. I will have to mark this one solved!!
Bunker

Lucas · Aug 21, 2010

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I wonder if the dust pan hooked into the front slot? :sign13:

Bunker · Aug 22, 2010

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Hi Lucas, good point. I was thinking that it seemed a little extravagant to spend money on something like this. The cabin was so remote, just seemed a bit out of place. :dontknow:

Thanks,
Bunker

aquachigger · Aug 22, 2010

I dunno guys. I would think a broom holder would have a roundish hole for the handle. Also, picture the item screwed to the wall, how would it even work for that. I've been wrong before, will be wrong again, but something just doesn't look right to me on this one. :icon_scratch:

I'm still liking the church key idea with the other end maybe being a can opener for liquids. Like the old condensed milk cans. Could have been mounted under a table or counter?