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Steam engine parts cleaner, made by Joseph Kaye and Sons, Horsforth, Leeds, 1930.
Joseph Kaye & Sons were formed in Horsforth, Leeds, in 1855 and by 1867 had become an incorporated company. Intiially the company were primarilly concerned with the manufacture of oil cans. However, during the latter part of the 19th century, the company began to diversify and eventually specialised in the design and manufacture of Kaye’s patent door locks supplying the architectural and railway industries throughout the United Kingdom.
- Measurements:
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Overall: 300 mm 200 mm, 6 kg
- Materials:
- brass (copper, zinc alloy) , metal (unknown) and paint
- Object Number:
- Y1991.26.2
- type:
- engine part cleaner
