Hayrick Steel.
Identifier
EMHT10
Title
Hayrick Steel.
Description
Steel rod used for assessing a hayrick before purchase in 3 ways - 1. thrust in with a slight upward movement it tested the density of the hay 2. a sharp thrust to the right, and withdrawal extracted a wisp of hay from well inside. This was fingered, and smelt for the sweetness of the hay 3. The rod is 6 feet long of three sections that screw together. The rod is slightly flattened at its base with a hook. With this implement, the assessor was able to determine the cubic capacity of the rick . Material: Steel with leather around the loop handle. Condition of leather poor. Condition of steel is fair.
Creator
Unknown
Date
Early 20th century
Subject
steel
steel (Eastern Counties)
Modes Classified Name
agriculture & harvest
tools
Type
Physical Object
Stored Location
Store Room Cabinet 2 Floor right
Citation
Unknown, “Hayrick Steel.,” Emsworth Museum, accessed April 30, 2026, https://emsworthmuseum.org.uk/emcms/items/show/21.