Fig.2: German hockey skate, 4th quarter 19th century
The blades of these skates function as a lever to clamp heel and forefoot
simultaneously by stepping on the platform. The correct positions of the
clamping mechanisms can be set in advance at home.
Manufacturer: unknown
Mark: none
Technical data:
total length: 30 cm;
platform: length x width x height: 27 x 8-11 x 4.1 cm;
blade: height x width: 15 x 6 mm, with gutter;
weight: 585 g.
Fig.3:
English club skate, 4th quarter 19th century These skates have a double functioning thumbscrew mechanism
under the platforms. By turning the screw first the heel is fastened lengthwise and then the forefoot is fastened athwart.
Manufacturer: Eduard Engels, Remscheid (GER)
Mark:
Technical data:
total length: 31 cm;
platform: length x width x height: 26 x 8-10 x 4.2 cm;
blade: height x width: 15 x 6 mm;
weight: 540 g.