Antique hand-forged cabinetmaker-style screwdriver, representing the traditional tools used by cabinetmakers, furniture makers, carpenters, and other skilled woodworkers.

Before modern mass-produced screwdrivers became commonplace, many specialized tools were individually forged by blacksmiths or toolmakers. The straightforward construction and traditional form of this screwdriver reflect the craftsmanship and practical design of early woodworking tools.

Overall in decent shape with a nice wooden handle. Looks to have been forged from a file.

- 6oz

- 9 5/8” long

- 3/8” wide tip

Tool Details

* Type: Cabinetmaker-style screwdriver

* Construction: Hand forged

* Application: Woodworking, cabinetry, furniture making, and general repair

* Traditional blacksmith-made hand tool

* Early woodworking tool design

What It’s Used For

A cabinetmaker’s screwdriver is designed for driving and removing screws during furniture construction, cabinetry, joinery, and general woodworking. Its traditional form provided the craftsman with a sturdy hand tool suited to workshop use.

Ideal For

* Antique screwdriver collectors

* Cabinetmaker tool collections

* Hand-forged tool collectors

* Blacksmith-made tool displays

* Traditional woodworking enthusiasts

* Early American tool collections

**All items ship within 4 days of payment.

**I am happy to combine shipping on multiple orders. You will have a 14 day window on live auctions to combine orders.

** After 19 days, if no payment is received, your order will be cancelled and the item(s) will be re-listed.

**Most items have been disassembled, cleaned and often-times de-rusted by me. I will not sharpen or tune edges on the tools up for auction.

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