Furmatur

Alternate title

Turning chisel

Manufacturer W. Marples & Sons

Period20th century

Classification(s)

Tools and Equipment

Object TypeChisel; Turning Chisel

Registration NumberMMM 005135

DescriptionA turning chisel composed of a wooden handlewith an unusual pommel that is narrower than the bulk of the handle and reinforced with an iron or steel ferrule; a short ferrule which appears to be made of iron; and a wood-turning blade with a tapered-face frontal edge, parallel side edges and a triple shamrock trademark which is evidently indicative of a W.Marples&Sons maker's mark.
InscriptionsInscribed "W. Marples & Sons".Material

Wood; steel; iron

Place of Manufacture

Sheffield, England

Dimensions3.2 x 3.2 x 24.8 cm

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