A little used 1/8 inch or 3mm No.9 deep straight carving gouge by ASHLEY ILES.

Very faintly marked 'ASHLEY ILES LTD MADE IN ENGLAND' on the top of the blade and '9' to the underside.

Some minor surface spots, please see images.

Good beech wood handle with brass ferrule, there is a small split in the ferrule however all is firm and secure, please see close-up image.

No previous owner's stamps.

8⁵/₈ inches (219mm) overall length.