TitlePowder MeasureDatec 1850s-1920sAbout this objectThis metal powder measure, with a wooden handle and adjustable numbered mechanism, was used to measure precise amounts of black powder for loading bullets. Tools like this were essential for safe and consistent ammunition preparation before the widespread use of factory?made cartridges.Object No.2016.95Physical descriptionTool, metal with wooden handle with cup at the end. Adjusting mechanism marked with numbers on metal part.CreatorWard & SonsInscriptions & marks"Ward & Sons"Place madeBirmingham, EnglandMaterialMetalWoodSourceLa Perouse MuseumTypeMuseum objectsOrganisations (Detailed entries)La Perouse Museum (La Perouse, N.S.W.)ThemesEuropean arrivals
