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Braces (woodworking tools)

Scope note

Hand tools with a handle, crank, and chuck; used for turning a bit or auger to drill a hole by hand. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300023635

Narrower Terms used

smiths' braces
ratchet braces

Equivalent Terms used

brace (woodworking tool)

Created

13yrs ago

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