✅ SOLVED What kind of tool is this?

[DigIron2]

I was thinking maybe some kind of wedge for splitting wood,but I am not sure.

 

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[Mud Hut]

I think that is called a snob hammer, used in book binding and leather working.

 

[Mackaydon]

My guess: Maul axe head; as here: Vtg US w 8 Wood Splitting Maul Axe Head Firewood Logging Woodsman Log Cabin Tool | eBay
Don....

 

[Mud Hut]

My guess: Maul axe head; as here: Vtg US w 8 Wood Splitting Maul Axe Head Firewood Logging Woodsman Log Cabin Tool | eBay
Don....

Looks pretty small for that, and the square hole looks too tiny to accommodate a handle substantial enough for splitting wood.

 

[flinthunter]

Maybe something like this London Pattern Shoemaker's Hammer. http://www.cornishworkshop.co.uk/album/albums/userpics/10001/hammerhandle01.jpg

 

[Tony in SC]

That is a very old cobblers hammer. I would place it around mid 1800's. Tony

 

[DigIron2]

It does seem too have the basic shape idea of a cobblers hammer.Thanks for the help.