Awl - Bone

The bone awl is a pointed instrument for piercing small holes in leather, so it's easier to possibly bead of sew together to another piece of leather. The bone awl is made from the leg of a deer. It is sharpened to a tip with a round end; normally the end would be the joint of the leg so it can be handled easier be the user.

Written by: Dustin hardwick

Description:

Awl. Awl made from deer leg bone.

Materials:

Bone

Techniques:

Carved

Size:

16.5 X 3.5 cm at widest

Location:

NMAI Archives

NMAI Catelog #:

242193.000

Acquisition Source:

Jackson Hole Preserve, Inc.

Acquisition Method and Date:

Exchanged; 1968