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[IronSpike]

Found in wooded area of Southern VA.

When dug a number seemed visible (like old 3 or 5?). Will look for that number and post photo.

What is it?

 

[jrwill56]

most likely a property line marker

 

[lumbercamp]

Might be an old pry bar

 

[IronSpike]

In first photo (right) you'll notice that it's squared. Can't find the number now (was close to square end) as the iron rust now is flaking.

 

[dozer dan]

looks like a concrete form stake.

holes for nails up the shaft?

 

[IronSpike]

No holes (solid piece). The squared portion about 2 1/4 inch. Diameter a little over 1 inch.

 

[savant365]

Any mining around your area? It looks like a bit for drilling blasting holes.

 

[IronSpike]

Just spoke with a friend who is into old cars.

It's a drive shaft for an old Ford model T.

It's part# 1034 and would fit inside as indicated (red arrow in picture).

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Nice ID