Reaping Hook

A reaping hook is a traditional farming tool, used primarily for harvesting crops like grains. It consists of a curved, sharp blade attached to a long handle. Farmers use the reaping hook to cut through tall plants by swinging it in a sweeping motion. This tool allows them to gather crops effectively by slicing the stalks without the use of machinery. While it has been largely replaced by modern harvesting equipment, the reaping hook is significant in agricultural history and demonstrates the manual labor involved in early farming practices.