Bidspirit auction | Antique Wooden Snath Hay Scythe
Antique Wooden Snath Hay Scythe with Steel Blade - A traditional agricultural scythe of a design common in the United Kingdom during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The tool features a carved wooden snath with a characteristic curved form. It is equipped with two adjustable wooden grips, known as nibs, which are secured to the main handle by iron rings. The curved steel blade is attached to the heel of the snath with a metal collar and reinforced with a thin metal rod or wire. No maker marks, stamps, or patent dates are visible on the wooden or metal components. The construction represents a historic manual farming implement used for harvesting hay or grain.