Nasmyth Steam Hammer, circa 1850. A large tool used for shaping wrought iron. Originally invented by Francois Bourdon from Le Creusot ironworks, but James Nasmyth managed to publicise the invention as his own.

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Nasmyth Steam Hammer, circa 1850. A large tool used for shaping wrought iron. Originally invented by Francois Bourdon from Le Creusot ironworks, but James Nasmyth managed to publicise the invention as his own.

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