A probably unused MARPLES No 997 wood turners' parting tool.

Marked 'W MARPLES & SONS SHEFFIELD ENGLAND' with the Shamrock trade mark to one side of the blade.

3/16 inch (5mm) wide cutting edge.

A few surface spots, please see images.

Excellent ash wood handle with steel ferrule.

No previous owner's stamps.

10⁷/₈ inches (276mm) overall length.