Arborist Tools

Cant Hook Cant Hook

Cant Hook

A cant hook is a logging tool consisting of a wooden handle with a movable metal hook at one end called a dog. It is used for handling and turning logs and cants (squared logs). The cant hook has a blunt tip, often bearing teeth.

probably American
ca. 19th century-early 20th century

Long-handled shears

Long-handled shears

These shears could have been used for hedge cutting or lawn edging. One handle is missing.

American or English
ca. 19th century-early 20th century

Crosscut 2-man tree saw Crosscut 2-man tree saw

Crosscut 2-man tree saw

American or English
ca. 19th century-early 20th century

Adjustable loppers Adjustable loppers

Adjustable loppers

Also called lopping shears, loppers are used for pruning shrubs and small trees.

American or English
ca. late 19th century-early 20th century