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Saws in racks ready for distribution, Spear & Jackson, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1966
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Saws in racks ready for distribution, Spear & Jackson, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1966
Saws in racks ready for distribution, Spear & Jackson, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1966. Spear & Jackson are still a world-renowned garden tool manufacturer
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Iron Iron And Steel Industry Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Rack Sheffield South Yorkshire Steel Toolmaking Walters
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This print captures a moment in the bustling Spear & Jackson factory in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, back in 1966. Rows upon rows of saws stand neatly arranged on racks, ready for distribution to customers worldwide. Spear & Jackson, a renowned garden tool manufacturer even today, was at the heart of Britain's thriving iron and steel industry during the mid-20th century. The image showcases the sheer scale of production within this industrial powerhouse. The building's interior is filled with an atmosphere of productivity as workers diligently craft these essential tools that would find their way into gardens across the country and beyond. The sight of countless saws lined up signifies both efficiency and quality craftsmanship. Sheffield itself has long been associated with metalworking excellence, earning its reputation as "Steel City". This photograph serves as a testament to the city's rich manufacturing heritage. Captured by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this monochrome snapshot freezes time and allows us to appreciate not only the physical beauty of these tools but also their historical significance. It reminds us that behind every well-tended garden lies years of expertise passed down through generations. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to an era when British industry thrived on skillful trades like toolmaking. It serves as a reminder that while times may change, some traditions endure – just like Spear & Jackson's commitment to producing world-class garden tools for over a century.
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