Opening machine for horse hair and flock

Opening machine for horse hair and flock

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Opening machine for horse hair and flock

Details

Category:
Textiles Machinery
Object Number:
1965-316
Materials:
cast iron, metal (unknown) and wood (unidentified)
Measurements:
crank handle: 320 mm x 260 mm x 50 mm,
machine: 1095 mm x 700 mm x 1275 mm,
type:
opening machine
credit:
Owen, E.

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