Vintage William M Marples & Sons, Shamrock brand, 6 1/2" Mortice Gauge, in rosewood and brass

£40.00

6 1/2" Mortice Guage in Rosewood and Brass

This exquisite mortice gauge is a fine example of craftsmanship from Wm Marples & Sons Ltd, Sheffield, England, dating back to circa 1960-1973. Its sleek design combines functionality with beauty, featuring a rich rosewood body accented with brass elements that showcase its enduring quality.

Dimensions

  • Width: 7 1/2" (16 cm)

  • Height: 3 1/8" (8 cm)

  • Depth: 2 1/4" (5.5 cm)

William Marples has a storied history in the production of joiners' tools, beginning in the 1840s. The company is renowned for its brass inlaid rosewood and ebony braces, along with a fine range of boxwood spokeshaves, beech planes, gauges, and squares. They remain a family-owned business, proudly continuing their legacy in Sheffield.

This mortice guage features a brass thumb screw for easy adjustments, an adjustable mortice slider, and durable brass plates on the block, ensuring precision in your woodworking projects. The piece has been lightly cleaned to maintain its original patina, showcasing aged-related wear that tells a story of its craftsmanship and history.

Perfect for both collectors and woodworking enthusiasts, this vintage tool is not just an instrument; it's a piece of heritage, ready to add charm and functionality to your workshop.

6 1/2" Mortice Guage in Rosewood and Brass

This exquisite mortice gauge is a fine example of craftsmanship from Wm Marples & Sons Ltd, Sheffield, England, dating back to circa 1960-1973. Its sleek design combines functionality with beauty, featuring a rich rosewood body accented with brass elements that showcase its enduring quality.

Dimensions

  • Width: 7 1/2" (16 cm)

  • Height: 3 1/8" (8 cm)

  • Depth: 2 1/4" (5.5 cm)

William Marples has a storied history in the production of joiners' tools, beginning in the 1840s. The company is renowned for its brass inlaid rosewood and ebony braces, along with a fine range of boxwood spokeshaves, beech planes, gauges, and squares. They remain a family-owned business, proudly continuing their legacy in Sheffield.

This mortice guage features a brass thumb screw for easy adjustments, an adjustable mortice slider, and durable brass plates on the block, ensuring precision in your woodworking projects. The piece has been lightly cleaned to maintain its original patina, showcasing aged-related wear that tells a story of its craftsmanship and history.

Perfect for both collectors and woodworking enthusiasts, this vintage tool is not just an instrument; it's a piece of heritage, ready to add charm and functionality to your workshop.

All items where appropriate will be sent well packaged, tracked and insured. Where possible we will combine purchases for shipping. The total weight is 0.25KG, and postage charges will reflect this weight. If you need alternative postage arrangements or wish to arrange for collection, please get in touch with us. Each piece will be carefully wrapped and packed in a durable cardboard box for maximum protection. We strive to use recycled packaging whenever possible to minimize our environmental impact, so your order might arrive in a repurposed Amazon or cat food box. For international purchases other than those specified, please contact us to discuss shipping options.