Item 74838 - Electrical worker climbing irons, ca. 1954 Item 74838 - Electrical worker climbing irons, ca. 1954 Contributed by Maine Historical Society Item 74838 Zoom 3742px x 4200px - 12.5"w x 14.0"h @ 300dpi | Need a larger size? *Credit line must read: Collections of Maine Historical Society Image Info Climbing irons or gaffs are one of the items of specialized clothing developed for linemen who put up telephone and utility poles and wire conductors. These climbing irons are padded and adjustable to fit snugly on the legs of linemen of all sizes. Show Details