Corset Busk - 10" German Steel

Corset Busk - 10 (25.4 cm) with 5 knobs, German Steel. #91-8550-10. Priced per busk. Busks, for those of you who have not heard the term, are metal clasps that close the centre front of a corset. Opening busks did not come into use until the mid 1800’s. A corset busk consists of two long pieces of steel, one with steel knobs and the other one steel loops/eyes. The busk pieces are sewn into the corset on either side of the center front, lacing is still used in the back or sides but the busk allows getting into and out of the corset by oneself. Straight busks are most common and are white with a plastic looking nylon coating. Wissner high quality steel and craftmanship - preferred by people who appreciate quality, durability and wish to put the best product into their works. Recommended by Farthingales, a North American leader in corset supplies.