Markham Museum - The commander, a heavy mallet for driving timbers together, is a common toll in barn raising and can symbolize community and teamwork. Barn raising was a common practice in
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Vintage 1800's RARE SLEDGE HAMMER, Antique Cast Iron Barn Building ' commander', Timber Peg Driver, 27, Barn Farm Tool, Primitive Tool - Etsy UK
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