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Hardy Patent Pick Co. mining tools 1890s
Selection of solid steel mining hand tools made by Hardy Patent Pick Co, in Sheffield. Date: 1890s
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Cast Coke Contractors Diary Digger Fork Hammers Hardy Ironmonger Mining Patent Pick Picks Quarry Selection Shovel Shovels Solid Spade Spades Tool Tools Wedges
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This photograph showcases a stunning selection of Hardy Patent Pick Co. mining tools, dating back to the 1890s. The image transports us to the heart of the Victorian era's industrial revolution, where the extraction of natural resources was a labor-intensive and arduous process. Hardy Patent Pick Co., based in Sheffield, was renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and innovation in producing solid steel mining hand tools. The company's commitment to quality is evident in this photograph, as we witness an array of meticulously designed and manufactured picks, shovels, spades, diggers, forks, hammers, wedges, and other essential mining tools. Each tool, crafted from cast iron and solid steel, bears the testament of the company's dedication to durability and functionality. The picks, with their distinctive patented design, were specifically engineered to maximize efficiency and minimize the effort required from the miners. The shovels and spades, with their robust and ergonomic shapes, were designed to withstand the rigors of the quarry environment, while the forks and hammers offered versatility and power to the miners. This collection of Hardy Patent Pick Co. mining tools offers a glimpse into the past, when the industrial might of the 19th century was harnessed to extract the earth's natural resources. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the ingenuity and determination of the ironmongers and contractors who supplied the mining industry with the tools necessary to shape the world around them.
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