An Antique Manger Chog or Tie-Up Bobbin #16 cup Ref: Sandwich171

Ref: Sandwich171

5cm (5") Weight 254g (9oz)

Weight : 293g (10¼oz)

Dimensions : Length not including lash 27" (69cm)Weight 20g (¾oz)

with quite a dark aged patinaThe mouthpiece has a central hinge or rule-joint

An Antique Manger Chog or Tie-Up Bobbin #16 cup Ref: Sandwich171These blocks are variously known as chogs, sliders, manger balls, manger logs and tying up bobbins. They were traditionally used to weight a rope that passed through a ring or slot in a manger and attached to the halter or headcollar, thus allowing the horse to move but preventing the rope from looping dangerously. This example is turned from a single piece of pale golden brown heavy wood possibly boxwood It has a good aged patina with a few scars and