A very good vintage small hatchet or axe by GILPIN of Cannock.

With a total weight of 1lb 3¹/₄ or 546g.

Marked 'GILPINS CANNOCK ENGLAND' with the Crossed Axes trade mark on one cheek.

2⁵/₈ inch (66mm) edge, ³/₄" by 1⁵/₈" (19mm x 40mm) poll, 4³/₄" (120mm) across the head.

Good hardwood handle, faint previous owner's stamps 'T.OSBOURNE.

A few minor surface knocks and scratches, please see images.

13⁷/₈ inches (350mm) overall length.