
19th Century Carpenters Moulding Planes, NINETEEN in total, interesting profiles, early makers
Antique carpenters moulding, or molding, planes. This super collection of NINETEEN mostly 19th Century beechwood planes were used for forming the decorative trim around doors, windows and fine furniture. Some of these are quite early (i.e. up to 200 years old), many bear the marks of their makers and original owners. All measure 24cm (9.5").
The makers of this collection of planes include:
Varvill and Sons of York (1818-1904)
Alexander Mathieson of Glasgow (1822~)
Joseph Gleave of Manchester (1832-1967)
George Davis of Birmingham (1823-1872)
Earnshaw Brothers of Sheffield (1881-1960)
William Moss of Birmingham (1800~)
Thomas Turner of Sheffield (1846-1912)
Bennet B Burley of Glasgow (1883-1904)
All with signs of use but in good condition, cleaned and lightly waxed. A couple of with worm holes (treated). Irons mostly good, some with surface rust. A couple of knocks to the wedges, consistent with age and use. Minor paint spots.
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