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A mid 18th century combination gun-tool
with wire helix, plier, saw and detachable gun worm, marked on the dutter "Gibson", the gun worm probably replaced, the wire helix with old file marks, possibly repaired.
Footnote:
it has been suggested the Mary Gibson, an 18th century dealer in watch makers tools and materials was based at the Dial & Crown, Newgate street, may be connected with this tool.
with wire helix, plier, saw and detachable gun worm, marked on the dutter "Gibson", the gun worm probably replaced, the wire helix with old file marks, possibly repaired.
Footnote:
it has been suggested the Mary Gibson, an 18th century dealer in watch makers tools and materials was based at the Dial & Crown, Newgate street, may be connected with this tool.