Narrow Moulding Plane by NURSE & Co - J Simpson & Co Limited
Code: 1773z
A narrow beechwood moulding plane by NURSE & Co.
This plane appears to be a No.2 hollow or round plane that has had its sole and blade iron squared off, please see images.
Marked 'C.NURSE & CO 182 & 184 WALWORTH ROAD LONDON S.E' on the toe with '2' stamped on the heel.
Good length blade iron (a touch under 1/4 inch wide at the cutting edge) and original wedge.
Previous owner's stamps 'J.SIMPSON & CO LTD' to the toe, heel and blade iron. J (James) Simpson & Co were London based engineers specialising in the manufacture of pumping engines.
Some surface staining patches.
91/4 inches overall length.