A MARPLES brass plated rosewood mortice or mortise gauge.

Marked 'W MARPLES & SONS SHEFFIELD ENG' with the Shamrock trade mark on one side of the head stock and 'MARPLES' on the opposite side.

Brass wear strips, shield and thumbscrew adjuster.

Good length pins.

Previous owner's mark 'MANOR SCHOOL' on one of the brass wear strips.

Various surface knocks and scratches, please see images.

All parts move freely and tighten securely.

7³/₄ inches overall length.