Spanners Collection

Spanner for a wheel-lock gun, c. 1600-50 (steel)
490954 Spanner for a wheel-lock gun, c.1600-50 (steel) by German School, (17th century); 16.4x4.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance; German, out of copyright

Spanner for a wheel-lock gun, c. 1600-25 (steel)
490906 Spanner for a wheel-lock gun, c.1600-25 (steel) by German School, (17th century); 15.5x7.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance; German, out of copyright

Combined wheel-lock spanner and powder measure, c. 1625-50 (steel)
490914 Combined wheel-lock spanner and powder measure, c.1625-50 (steel) by German School, (17th century); 16.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L

Birmingham council workmen construct an emergency water container in the city centre on the eve of the outbreak of the second world war. 1st September 1939

Mechanic underneath a car, making repairs April 1975 75-02158-010

Mechanic underneath a car, making repairs April 1975 75-02158-013

Spanner turning bolt, front view

Gamebird farming, gamekeeper altering heating levels on propane gas cylinders at pheasant rearing sheds, used to provide heat to young chicks, England, May

Rusty metal tools C013 / 9776
Rusty metal tools. Close-up of a collection of old metal tools that have turned rusty. Rust (orange) is hydrated iron oxide. It forms as iron reacts with atmospheric water vapour and oxygen

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"From Ancient Armory to Modern Mechanics: The Versatility of Spanners" A glimpse into history: Explore the evolution with these antique wheel-lock gun accessories from the 17th century. Combining utility and precision: Witness the ingenuity of a combined wheel-lock spanner and powder measure, showcasing craftsmanship from the mid-1600s. Birmingham's skilled hands at work: Council workmen construct an emergency water container in the city center, relying on trusty spanners to get the job done efficiently. Beneath the car's belly: Step into a mechanic's world as they skillfully make repairs underneath a vehicle in April 1975, utilizing their trusted set (75-02158-010). Nuts and bolts made easy: Another snapshot from April 1975 captures a dedicated mechanic using his trusty spanner (75-02158-013) to ensure every bolt is securely fastened beneath a car. Vintage tools for all needs: Discover an intriguing page from Army and Navy Stores Catalogue dating back to 1939-40, featuring various types of litho-printed spanners that were once essential for any handyman or soldier. Precision in motion: Observe a close-up shot capturing a sturdy spanner effortlessly turning a bolt, highlighting its practicality and ease-of-use. Tending to gamebirds' comfort: Peek into gamebird farming as we witness a diligent gamekeeper adjusting heating levels on propane gas cylinders at pheasant rearing sheds using reliable spanners. Weathered but not forgotten: Rusty metal tools tell tales of hard work and dedication; this captivating image showcases worn-out yet cherished old-spanners (C013 / 9776). Quenching thirst since. . Forever.