Item 37
Antique Billiard Pocket Sewing Glove (c. 1870s)
This rare antique sewing glove is a specialized piece of 19th-century trade equipment, essential for the maintenance and repair of high-end billiard tables. Dating to the 1870s, this functional tool was used by professional mechanics to hand-stitch leather billiard pockets using heavy waxed thread and large, industrial-grade needles.
The ergonomic design features a large opening for the fingers and a smaller opening specifically for the thumb, providing the grip and leverage necessary for working with thick, reinforced leather. The integrated thimble allowed the craftsman to safely and effectively push a large needle through multiple layers of pocket material, ensuring a durable and seamless repair.
Specifications & Features
Era: c. 1870s
Function: Professional billiard pocket hand-stitching and repair
Design: Ergonomic finger and thumb openings with integrated thimble
Usage: Compatible with heavy waxed thread and large-bore needles
Historical Context: A vital tool from the “heavy-architecture” era of billiard table manufacturing.
Collector’s Note
Vintage maintenance tools like this sewing glove are exceptionally rare, as they were often used until they were worn out and discarded. This is a unique opportunity for a serious collector to acquire an authentic piece of 19th-century billiard craftsmanship history.
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