Date

1931

Description

Hog Slap Shoulder Tattoo. Used to mark pigs when going for slaughter. Patent was issued June 2, 1931 to Swift & Co. Plates in centre can be moved to change sequence-5 different letters or numbers. Stable plates on both outside edges with letters K and O. 

Materials

Wooden Handle Cast Iron head 4 plates with sharp pins made of stainless steel

Measurements

14 in L x 4.75 in W x 3 in H

Category

Material, Worked