Found in a Barn Cleanup: A Heavy Iron Tool With Jagged Teeth

users could quickly remove nearly all the kernels with minimal waste.

 

This process was much faster and easier than removing kernels by hand.

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Step-by-Step Use of the Tool

1. 1. Select a dried corn cob.
   2. Place the cob between the tool’s toothed arms.
   3. Grip the handles firmly.
   4. Squeeze the handles so the teeth strip the kernels away.
   5. Rotate the cob and repeat until all kernels are removed.

 

1. Open the tool and discard the empty cob.
2. Collect the kernels for storage or further processing.

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Comparison With Other Vintage Farm Tools

This corn sheller