Unusual Hardy

[lptools]

Does anyone know what this is called, or used for? Blacksmith? Tinsmith? Jeweler? Thanks, Lou

[p_toad]

looks like it might go in a hardie hole, but the top doesn't seem to be well enough finished to be used for jewelry...just my view.

[lptools]

Good eye, top is very rough!!

[wvtools]

My guess would be some type of odd shoe last.  When in doubt, always go with a leatherworking tool.  It looks like a heel last or child's shoe last, maybe.

[johnsironsanctuary]

I am going to guess that it is a special tool for riveting.  Leave a tab sticking out on a tube and rivet the tab to something using the arm for support and alignment.  Just a WAG.

[lptools]

Thanks, guys. It went to the good home of a blacksmith in training!!! He's not sure of the exact use, either, but he will put it into service!!!

[shortfuse]

That looks like some chain maker's anvils I've seen.  Yes, they fit in the hardy hole.  The chain maker can drop the newly forge-welded link over the part sticking out the side and refine the weld (some horns are too "fat"), then flatten and dress the link on the flat part.

[lptools]

Hello, shortfuse. Thanks for the reply, I will pass along to the new owner!!