Local History at the Old Stone Fort - Apple Peeler and Hunting Sword

Cast Iron Apple Peeler

The Old Stone Fort’s Clay Edmunds sent us these photos this week. This device was patented on May 24, 1898. It is a turntable '98 model manufactured by Goodell Co. Antrim, NH. It was used to remove the peel from an apple.

Hunting Sword or Hanger

18th Century, Brass hilt with antler grip

Used to kill wounded game, militia officers often carried a short sword of this type, which they may already have possessed before the war. Even General Washington often preferred his hunting sword. This sword was donated by Harold M. Throop.