glazing irons (leatherworking tools)

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Scope note
Tools used by shoe makers to add lustre to leather. These consist of relatively large beak-shaped, iron heads attached to a wooden heft. The head, which is hot and is covered in wax or another polishing material, is rubbed over the surface of the leather.
glazing irons
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024