Leather-working tools
Tools that Harpenden craftsmen would have used
By Les Casey
This is just a small sample of tools used by shoe-makers and cobblers from our Museum collection.
Display of shoe-maker's and leather worker's tools
Les Casey's collection
Cobbler's 'feet' and 'heels', commonly called lasts - used in mending boots and shoes
Les Casey's collection
Leather-cutting knife and leather-shaving tool
Les Casey's collection
Stitch-marking tools for leather-work
Les Casey's collection
Lasting pliers, for stretching leather
Les Casey's collection