A little used 3/8 inch or 9mm ASHLEY ILES No.3 shallow straight carving gouge.

Faintly marked 'ASHLEY ILES LTD MADE IN ENGLAND' to the top of the blade and stamped '3' to the underside.

A few minor surface spots, please see images.

Very good hardwood (bubinga?) handle with brass ferrule, the ferrule is split but appears firm and secure, please see close-up image.

No previous owner's stamps.

9 inches (228mm) overall length.