This antique metal shear was used to cut rebar to size in construction site. It must have been left to the elements for a very long time since it was completely welded by rust. Probably my most challenging restoration just for how seized it was.
The shear was made in France (“acier forgĂ©” means “forged steel”)
quiet some time ago. I wouldn’t be surprised if this had 70 years or more. All together it weights 30kg (66lbs).