C. DREW Crate Opener

From C. DREW & Co.'s Catalogue No. 34: image No. 100

References:

The following information is from:

• C. DREW catalogues No. 34 & 36, both published in the 1920s
• C. DREW catalogue No. 37, 1947

This type of tool was evidently discontinued before catalogue No. 59 was published in 1959.

Crate openers:

"Used for prying and opening boxes."

Caveat:

It is assumed that when tools have corresponding descriptions in different C. DREW catalogues, that they will also have the same dimensions and weights. This assumption may not always be correct.

"Crucible Tool Steel. Forged solid from the bar. Claws extra long and polished." (per catalogues No. 36, 37)

"A superior tool made for severe service and in demand by those who want nothing but the best." (per catalogues No. 36, 37)

"Packed half dozen per box." (per catalogue No. 37)

Catalogue listings:

Crate Openers: Length: 9." Wt. per dozen: 12 lbs.