At first glance, this unusual object resembles a small cast-iron scoop with sharp teeth on its underside. However, it was actually part of an old-fashioned carpet-laying tool, commonly described as a carpet stretcher with a built-in tack holder.
When Was It Used?
Hand-operated carpet stretchers became common during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, before modern power stretchers, tack strips, and specialized flooring equipment were widely available.