Dublin Core
Title
Vintage Handcrank Ratchet Brace Drill
Description
A ratchet brace drill is a hand-tool used to drill holes or nails into wood.
While a brace was an efficient tool when the crank could be swept in a full circle, it became much less useful if something obstructed a full sweep. The invention of a ratcheting mechanism solved the problem. William P. Dolan was issued a patent in 1871 that became the basis for most ratcheting braces, in which the sweep could be swung back and forth, turning the bit in only one direction.
While a brace was an efficient tool when the crank could be swept in a full circle, it became much less useful if something obstructed a full sweep. The invention of a ratcheting mechanism solved the problem. William P. Dolan was issued a patent in 1871 that became the basis for most ratcheting braces, in which the sweep could be swung back and forth, turning the bit in only one direction.
Identifier
2023.59
Artifact Item Type Metadata
Materials
Steel, wood; 14"L.
Condition
Fair.