model of steam hammer, scale 1:12, by B. and S. Massey, Manchester
Although the steam hammer is most closely associated in the UK with Nasmyth, also of Manchester, B and S Massey of Openshaw were also prominent makers of this significant machine, which was widely used in engineering works to manipulate wrought iron and later steel at a wide variety of scales.
Details
- Category:
- Hand and Machine Tools
- Object Number:
- 1891-161
- Materials:
- wood (unidentified), cast iron and paint
- type:
- models
- credit:
- B and S Massey
