I did get a private reply from Patsy Goodman, who said that it's a yarn winder. I think she's right:

http://www.instructables.com/id/yarn-ball-winder/

At 16 inches long, it's too big to be a sewing awl for leather or canvas, but it definitely isn't for lacemaking.

Jean in Poole, Dorset, UK
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