Antique animal shears | Original rural tool
Antique animal shears | Original rural tool
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Original antique animal shears
Rural tool with history, character and authenticity
This antique livestock shears is an original piece traditionally used in the care and shearing of animals in rural areas. Made entirely of forged metal, it stands out for its robust design, handcrafted functionality, and the natural wear that attests to decades of actual use in livestock farming.
Antique animal-shearing shears not only serve a historical purpose as a working tool, but today they have become highly valued decorative objects, ideal for rustic settings, country houses, wineries, shop windows, ethnographic museums, or private collections. Every mark, every patina, and every visible irregularity on the blades speaks to its authenticity and distinguishes it from any modern reproduction.
Thanks to its balanced size and well-distributed weight, this antique animal shears maintain a firm opening and closing mechanism, with a riveted central pivot and slightly curved, elongated blades designed to facilitate hand shearing without harming the animal. It is a tool built to last, created in an era where quality was paramount.
Technical specifications
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Original antique piece
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Material: metal / wrought iron
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Handcrafted
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Manual cutting system with riveted shaft
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Long blades with a slight functional curve
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Wide rings for a firm grip
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Natural patina from use and the passage of time
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Without aggressive restorations
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State: solid and stable
Measures:
20 x 7.5 cm
Why is it unique?
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Genuine tool, not a reproduction
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Actual use documented by natural wear and tear
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Traditional design that has disappeared
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Each piece is unique
Where does it fit in?
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Rustic decor
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Country houses
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Ethnographic collections
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Shop windows with character
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A gift with a story
Original function and current value
Originally, these antique animal shears were used for grooming pack animals and livestock, especially for maintenance and shearing. Today, their function has transformed: from a tool to a collector's item, a decorative piece, or an object with historical significance, perfect for those seeking authenticity, tradition, and unique pieces.
