Great day digging D&K.. I have never seen the metal object but I personally would not use any type of cleaner on it as with any ancient metal objects it would loose its value... just my 2 cents
Great day D&K, ol faithful still producing nicely. That metal "tool" is awesome, I've never seen anything like it and can't figure out what it would be for. Really nice flint guys
For the size of it, I'd almost think it was decorative trim for something, a chest or some sort of furniture. Looks like holes for bolts or screws. Old whatever it is. Good finds.