Good Ebony & Brass Square by Robt Sorby

High quality 11" by 7" cabinetmakers square by Robt. Sorby of Sheffield with lovely ebony and bra...

High quality 11" by 7" cabinetmakers square by Robt. Sorby of Sheffield with lovely ebony and brass stock with "Trefoil" brass rivet plates. Good for age. 

RARE Stanley USA No. 131 Adjustable B...

RARE Stanley (Sweetheart) USA No. 131 adjustable double ended block plane in good original condit...

RARE Stanley (Sweetheart) USA No. 131 adjustable double ended block plane in good original condition. Rosewood front knob with near full length original blade. Nickel plated adjustment knob is in very good condition. The adjustment mechanism is hinged so it can be moved for normal or bullnose work. The adjustable version of this plane is rare. This example has most of its original black japanning but is slightly discoloured on the base.

Irish Pattern Low Angle Block Plane

Patternmaker made Irish pattern low angle cast metal block plane. Made from some sort of bronze a...

Patternmaker made Irish pattern low angle cast metal block plane. Made from some sort of bronze alloy as no rust. Mahogany wedge with near full length single solid blade by Herring Brothers. 7" long. 1 3/4" wide blade. A rare patternmaker's Irish pattern low angle block plane, hand-crafted from bronze alloy that resists rust. Features a mahogany wedge and a full-length solid blade by the renowned Herring Brothers. Measuring 7" in length with a 1¾" wide blade, this vintage tool combines tradit...

RARE Early Rabone 4 Foot Boxwood Rule

RARE size early, 19th century, four fold 4 foot boxwood and brass rule by John Rabone & Sons ...

RARE size early, 19th century, four fold 4 foot boxwood and brass rule by John Rabone & Sons of Birmingham. Various scales. Early engraved numbers. Nice colour. 4 foot boxwood rules are very hard to find especially from this age.  A remarkable piece of measuring history—this early 19th century four-fold boxwood and brass rule by John Rabone & Sons of Birmingham showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring multiple scales with period-correct engraved numerals, the rule displays the w...

Good 5/8" No. 1 Sash Ovoloe by J. E. ...

Good little used 5/8" No. 1 sash ovoloe moulder by J. E. Fitchew, 498 Kingsland Rd. NE. London. F...

Good little used 5/8" No. 1 sash ovoloe moulder by J. E. Fitchew, 498 Kingsland Rd. NE. London. Full length iron. Lovely dark colour. A quality 5/8" ogee moulder from the renowned J. E. Fitchew of London, crafted for precision woodworking. This classic sash ovoloe profile delivers the distinctive curved moulding essential for traditional joinery and period restoration work. Built to exacting standards by a master toolmaker, it produces consistent, professional results for both bespoke cabinet...

Good 5/8" No. 1 Sash Ovoloe Moulder b...

Good clean 5/8" No. 1 (No. 178) sash ovoloe moulder by A. Mathieson & Son, Glasgow & Edin...

Good clean 5/8" No. 1 (No. 178) sash ovoloe moulder by A. Mathieson & Son, Glasgow & Edinburgh. Full length iron. Good condition.  The Mathieson 5/8" No. 1 Sash Ovoloe Moulder is a precision woodworking plane designed for creating elegant curved mouldings on sash windows and furniture. This classic tool features a carefully profiled sole that cuts a distinctive ovoloe (ovolo) profile—a convex moulding with a subtle curve that's essential for traditional joinery work. Built to Mathieso...

Side Rebate Moulder by Moseley of London

Side rebate or Side snipe moulder by Moseley of London. Good iron. Possibly an old replaced wedge...

Side rebate or Side snipe moulder by Moseley of London. Good iron. Possibly an old replaced wedge but otherwise good condition.  The Side Rebate Moulder from Moseley of London is a precision woodworking plane engineered for cutting clean rebates and mouldings along timber edges. This traditional tool features a robust cast iron sole and adjustable fence, allowing craftspeople to achieve consistent, professional-quality results on both hardwoods and softwoods. The side snipe configuration enab...

Good William Marples Beech Smoothing ...

Good clean 8" long beech coffin-shaped smoothing plane by William Marples & Sons of Sheffield...

Good clean 8" long beech coffin-shaped smoothing plane by William Marples & Sons of Sheffield with original labels. Plane body is in good condition and it retains its original Marples iron which is almost full length. Nice colour.  A classic William Marples beech smoothing plane from Sheffield—a hallmark of British toolmaking excellence. This traditional hand plane features a solid beech body with superior grain structure, ideal for final surface finishing on hardwoods and softwoods alike...

19th Century Stanley USA No. 80 (Type...

Good late 19th century Stanley USA No. 80 (TYPE 1) scraper shave or plane. This is the earliest t...

Good late 19th century Stanley USA No. 80 (TYPE 1) scraper shave or plane. This is the earliest type 1 design from around 1898. About half the original black japanning remains and the plane comes with a later old replacement Stanley sweetheart blade. Good for its age.  A rare early Stanley USA Type 1 No. 80 scraper plane, representing a significant piece of tool manufacturing history. This vintage hand plane features the distinctive characteristics of 19th-century Stanley production, with per...

Dainty Beech Curved Spokeshave

Small, dainty beech curved spokesahve with good blade. Some wear. No makers name visible. A preci...

Small, dainty beech curved spokesahve with good blade. Some wear. No makers name visible. A precision curved spokeshave crafted from lightweight beech wood, designed for detailed shaping and smoothing work on curved surfaces. The compact, dainty profile offers excellent control for fine woodworking tasks, from chair spindles to decorative mouldings. The curved sole follows contours effortlessly, whilst the beech construction provides durability without excessive weight. Ideal for both hand to...

Supplee-Biddle Phila. USA Large Hand ...

What looks to me like a Millers Falls USA No. 2 hand drill but it is stamped with the makers name...

What looks to me like a Millers Falls USA No. 2 hand drill but it is stamped with the makers name of Supplee-Biddle Phila. USA and dated 1915. Rosewood handle which unscrews to hold drill bits. Well used but still works OK. A vintage hand drill manufactured by Supplee-Biddle of Philadelphia, USA, dating back to 1915. This well-preserved tool features a rosewood handle that unscrews for convenient drill bit storage. Despite its age and evident use, the drill remains fully functional and ready ...

Small Size Kent Pattern Hand Axe

A Small size Kent pattern hand axe with original hickory handle. 3 1/2" cutting edge. No makers n...

A Small size Kent pattern hand axe with original hickory handle. 3 1/2" cutting edge. No makers name that I can see. English made.   English-made hand axe featuring the classic Kent pattern design. This compact tool boasts a 3½" cutting edge and is fitted with an authentic hickory handle, delivering reliable performance for woodworking, camping, or general utility tasks. The timeless construction reflects quality craftsmanship, making it a dependable addition to any toolkit or collection of v...

Good 3/8" Solid boxed quarter Round M...

Good early 3/8" solid boxed quarter round and fillet moulder. Near full length iron, lovely dark ...

Good early 3/8" solid boxed quarter round and fillet moulder. Near full length iron, lovely dark colour. No makers name visible. Rare to find a solid boxed quarter round moulder.  The 3/8" solid boxed quarter round moulder delivers precision moulding for professional woodworking projects. Engineered with a robust boxed construction, this tool maintains stability and accuracy during operation, ensuring consistent quarter round profiles on timber edges. The solid build resists deflection under ...