Braining was one of many ways to finish a wounded seal. Other methods include manually breaking the neck, stabbing through the eye with the pointed handle of an ice scoop, and spearing with the short lance (which also provided lashing holes in the hide for towing and dragging). The braining stone was a bludgeoning tool that was easily carried and prevented unnecessary damage to the hide. Several museum examples exist but the question remains: How was the hole made? Stone about 2 ¾” With hide strap overall 11” $425