Antique Brass Marlinspike Tool – Nautical Sailmaker’s Spike, C. 1920s–40s

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A handsome and authentic early 20th-century brass marlinspike, used by a sailor or rigger for splicing rope and working canvas … Read more A handsome and authentic early 20th-century brass marlinspike, used by a sailor or rigger for splicing rope and working canvas at sea. Crafted with solid brass and hand-riveted copper fasteners, this utilitarian piece boasts a sleek, tapering form with a hollow grip and lanyard hole for easy attachment. Whether styled as a sculptural accent on a coastal bookshelf or used in maritime decor, this piece embodies craftsmanship from an earlier era of seafaring. Likely America or British in origin.

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