“Iron Age” Combined Seed-Drill and Wheel-Hoe 
After two years’ experience in the sale of the “ Iron Age ” combined Seed-Drill and Wheel-Hoe, we cannot speak of it too 
highly. It is equally as good as a Seed-Drill or a Wheel-Hoe. 
The Drill attachment is complete in itself, and when put in place requires but two bolts to secure it; the single wheel is t 
put in position, the chain run on, and the drill is ready for operation. The seed slide and its index ad¬ 
justment to sow the various seeds is similar to that used on our well-known New Model Seed-Drill, 
while the agitator is simply a revolving brush, of selected bristles, which will not injure the seed, wears 
a long time, can be cheaply replaced. 
. I n our . experience with Seed-Drills, we have found that while some round, smooth seeds, such as tur¬ 
nip or radish, vi\\\flow through the discharge opening, and do not, therefore, need any agitator, 
for some others one is absolutely necessary to insure a continuous or positive feed. We have seen 
acres of beets ragged and forlorn, with long skips and spaces, simply by reason of this attempt to 
sow such seeds without an agitator. 
The high wheel and light frame make it run exceedingly easy. The 
arch being capable of straddling a crop 20 inches high, permits cultivat¬ 
ing with this tool longer than is possible with any other Wheel-Hoe. 
The opening plow is adjustable in depth and also reversible, one end 
being wide for onion seed, and the other narrow for placing the seed in 
a close, straight line. The combined Drill includes all of the attachments 
shown in the cut above. It plows, levels, furrows, sows, covers, rakes, 
cultivates, hoes and hills, and does all in the most satisfactory manner. 
Packed weight, 50 lbs. Price, $13. 
The No. 9 “Iron Age” Single "Wheel Hoe, Cultivator Plow and Rake 
This tool is, in regard to the work done, almost a counterpart of the I )ouble Wheel Hoe, and the same remarks as to its con¬ 
struction, extreme lightness and ease of operation will apply with equal force. In addition, its lower price, less weight and steadi¬ 
ness given by one wheel, make strong arguments in favor of this tool. Kor the small kitchen garden we consider the single wheel 
hoe, with these points of merit, as being preferable. The work is done principally between the rows, although plants of small 
growth can be hoed on both sides at once by placing the wheel on the left side. With this single wheel tool, spaces of exceed¬ 
ingly narrow width can be worked, even using but one cultivator tooth. With the large plow attachment, deep furrows can be 
opened or closed ; potatoes, celery and other crops hilled—in short, all work usually accomplished by a special plow. 
Only those who have actually used one of these tools in his garden can appreciate its value or dream of its usefulness. Every 
day from early spring to late in the fall brings some special work for this tool. 
Those who raise poultry, even in very limited numbers, will find this tool of great value for stirring the soil in their poultry 
yards, especially when fitted with the plow. Packed weight, 28 pounds. Price, complete, $7.50; price, No. 10, plain (hoes 
only), $5.25. 
New Model Seed-Drill 
Regulation 0 £ Discharge. Drills of similar construction are 
usually provided with a series ot holes, of varying sizes, through which 
the seed is passed, which, of course, do not always give an opening of 
the exact size required. The operator is usually told, in substance, that 
“if one hole doesn’t suit try another.” This adjustment in the Model is accom¬ 
plished in a very simple and effective manner by the use of a slide with a pear-shaped 
opening, passing under the bottom of the seed reservoir, which is provided with per¬ 
forations of similar shape in a reversed position. This slide can be instantly adjusted 
to size, indicated by index or to a hair-breadth variation between—a vital point to a 
perfect Seed-Drill. This index, or indicator, is plain, convenient and reliable, and 
can be quickly adjusted to the slightest variation desired. As the names of the 
principal seeds are shown on the index, tables of reference are not necessary. 
Cut-off. The flow of seed can be instantly stopped, when desired, by a swinging 
cut-off, operated by a cord and ring on handles. 
Marker. It is simple, easily adjusted, and firmly held. 
Broad Wheel. Large and wide, so that it does not sink into soft earth. 
Covering Roller. It is attached by a swinging frame, enabling the operator 
to roll lightly or otherwise, by varying the pressure on the handles. 
Opening Plow. It is *>t Steel, adjustable in depth. Price $9. 
Given Number of Plants and Sow an Acre 
Quantity of 
Quantity per acre 
Artichoke, 1 oz. to 500 plants . .6 ozs. 
Asparagus, 1 oz. to30 ft.of drill.8 lbs. 
Asparagus roots.7,250 
Barley. 2*4 bus. 
Beans, Dwarf, 1 qt. to 20 ft. of 
drill.1 bus. 
Beans,Pole,1 54 pts.to 100 hills x / 2 bus. 
Beets, Garden, 1 oz. to 75 ft. of 
drill. 5 lbs. 
Beet, Mangel, 1 oz. to 60 ft. of 
drill.6 lbs. 
Broccoli, 1 oz. to 5,000plants.. 2 ozs. 
Broom Corn.10 lbs. 
Brussels Sprouts, 1 oz. to 5 000 2 ozs. 
Buckwheat. 54 bus. 
Cabbage, 1 oz. to 3 500 plants. 3 ozs. 
Carrots, 1 oz. to 50 ft. of drill. 3 lbs. 
Cauliflower, 1 oz. to 3,500 
plants.254 ozs. 
Celery. 1 oz. to 5,000 plants ... 2 ozs. 
Seed Requisite to Produce a 
Quantity per acre 
Chicory.,j It,*.. 
Clover, Alsike and While 
Dutch.6 lbs. 
Clover, Lucerne, Large Red 
and Crimson Trefoil.25 lbs. 
Clover, Medium.15 lbs. 
Collards, 1 oz. to 3.000 plants. 3 ozs. 
Corn (Rice), shelled. 2 qts. 
Corn, Sweet, 1 qt. to 200 hills. 6 qts. 
Cress, 54 oz. to 100 ft. of drill..r2 lbs. 
Cucumber, 1 oz. to 50 hills_ 2 lbs. 
Eggplant, 1 oz. to 1,500 plants. 4 ozs. 
Endive , 54 oz. to 100ft. of drill.454 ozs. 
Garlic, bulbs, 1 lb. to 10 ft. of 
drill 
Grass, Kentucky Blue___ a bus. 
Grass, Hungarian and Millet. bus. 
Grass, Orchard, Perennial, 
Rye, Red Top, Fowl Mead¬ 
ow, and Wood Meadow_ 2 bus. 
Quantity per acre 
Grass, Mixed Lawn.5 bus. 
Grass, Red Top, Fancy Clean, 
.8 to 10 lbs. 
Grass, Timothy.bus. 
Horse-Radish Roots, 15,000 to 20,000 
Kale. 1 oz. to 5,000 plants.2 ozs. 
Kohlrabi, 54 oz. to 100 ft. of drill 4 lbs; 
Leek, %oz. to 100 ft. of drill .. 4 lbs. 
Lettuce, 54 oz. to 100 ft. of drill 3 lbs. 
Melon, Musk, 1 oz. to 60 hills.. 1 lb. 
Melon, Water, 1 oz. to 3ohills 3 lbs. 
Nasturtium, 2 ozs. to 100 ft. of 
drill.15 lbs. 
Oats. 2 bus. 
Okra, 1 54 ozs. to ico ft. of drill 8 lbs. 
Onion Seeds, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of 
drill . 5 lbs. 
Onion Seed for Sets. 40 to 50 lbs. 
Onion Sets. 1 qt. to 40 ft. of drill 8 bus. 
Parsnip, 1 oz. to 150 ft. of drill 4 lbs. 
Quantity per acre 
Parsley, 1 oz. to 150 ft. of drill 3 lbs. 
Peas, Garden, 1 pt. to 75 ft. of 
drill . 2 bus. 
Peas, Field. 3 bus. 
Pepper, 1 oz. to 1,500 plants .. 3 ozs. 
Potatoes.8 bus. 
Pumpkin, 1 pt. to 100 hills_4 lbs. 
Radish, r oz. to 100 ft. of drill .10 lbs. 
Salsify, 1 oz. to 150 ft. of drill .. 8 lbs. 
Spinach, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill 10 lbs. 
Sunflower . 8 lbs. 
Squash, Summer. 4 ozs. to 100 
nills . . 2 lbs, 
Squash, Winter, 6 ozs. to 100 
hills . 2 lbs. 
Tomato, 1 oz. to 3,500 plants .. 2 ozs. 
Turnip, 1 oz. to 200 ft. of drill 1^ lbs. 
Vetches . 2 bus. 
Wheat. . \ x / x bus. 
