Marples No. M260 Set Review By: I.Ball
Category: Old Carving Tools
Manufacturer: Marples
Tool Type: Wood Carving Tools
Model No: M260
The Marples Wood Carving Sculpture Set No. M260 is a 5-piece heavy duty
wood carving set known as a wood sculpture tools set.
The Marples M260 Carving Tool Set was manufactured by Record Tools Ltd,
Sheffield, England.
The hardwood handles are equipped with a steel ferrule on the striking
end to help prevent the handle splitting out and the stem is designed
with a thick strong design.
The handles were marked with 'Marples' within an black outlined oblong.
The Marples No. M260 set came in a hinged wooden box with a cardboard
sleeve detailing the set with photos and details.
The Marples number M260 set consisted of the following tools:
1 x 16mm (5/8") Skew Chisel
1 x 9mm (3/8") Straight Gouge
1 x 16mm (5/8") Straight Gouge
1 x 25mm (1") Fantail Gouge
1 x 16mm (5/8") Bent Gouge
The 'Fantail Gouge' is also known as an 'Allongee Gouge'.
The 'Bent Gouge' is also known as a 'Curved Gouge'.
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