English, Edge Tools:
Use:
A saddle and harness maker will create a rounded edge on leather parts that contact the horse or rider. A rounded and burnished edge will be less likely to sore the horse or wear against other leather parts. The English edge tool creates a rounded edge, larger English edgers are also used to trim reins, saddle horns and cantles.
Toolmaker: Henry G. Gomph & Co.
- Clearly marked "GOMPH" numbers "1", "2" and "3".
- Reprint of "Henry G. Gomph & Co. Fine Harness Tools" catalogue lists these tools as No. 040 Round Edgers. They were avalible in sizes 0 to 6, also 1/2, 1-1/2, 2-1/2 and 3-1/2.
- These three tools where purchased as a part of a saddle and harness makers tool chest, said to belong to the Sawyer Brothers of Liberty, PA between 1905-1923.
Toolmaker: C.S. Osborne & Co.
- Clearly marked "C.S.O. & Co" number "1".
- A late 1880's vintage C.S. Osborne catalogue lists this tool as a, No. 126. Best Edge Tools, Sizes 0 [1/16"], 1 [3/32"], 2 [1/8"], 3 [5/32"], 4 [3/16"], 5 [7/32"], 6 [1/4"].
- Current C.S. Osborne catalogues identify this type of edger as "Finest Edge Tool, Osborne No. 126" and can be found in sizes 0 through 6.
