A tidy 1/4 inch cranked paring gouge by MARPLES of Sheffield.

Marked 'W MARPLES & SONS SHEFFIELD ENGLAND' with the Shamrock trade mark on the blade.

Good boxwood handle with brass ferrule, the ferrule is split and there is a small crack to the handle by the ferrule however all is firm and secure, please see close-up images.

No previous owner's stamps.

13⁵/₈ inches (345mm) overall length.

May require sharpening before use.