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Fussell (Manufacturer)

This narrow rectangular spade, also known as a drain scoop, was used to dig drainage ditches. It has a maker's name, 'Fussell', inscribed on its surface. It was found under a ruined building at Chilcombe, Bridport, Dorset.

MERL ‘Associated information’ form – 'Spade // Maker's name visible after workshop treatment - Fussell. // [pencil sketch] // Drain spade // ... // Whose used it and where? // Chalk [?] - may start drains // ... // Any other information // Found under ruined building at above address.', MERL Catalogue Form (temporary) – 'Notes // Description: rectangular scoop with two short projecting arms at socket end, cylindrical socket with one hole.'