/internal/media/dispatcher/7557/fullMMM 005135FurmaturTurning chiselTools and Equipment20th century00W. Marples & SonsW. Marples & SonsA 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.Inscribed "W. Marples & Sons".3.2 x 3.2 x 24.8 cmMalta Maritime MuseumMalta Maritime Museum, Reserve Collection8701750917-8EEA.04360Chisel; Turning ChiselHeritage Malta911Wood; steel; ironSheffield, England