My first post in the Neaderthal forum so be gentle! ;-)
I picked up this set of Marples chisels a few weeks back at a local estate sale. I bought a pile of stuff and was pleased with the price. I've googled trying to find this set or any Marples set that looked similar but I've struck out. Can't even find a pic. I believe these are mortise chisels but would appreciate knowing if that is correct. I'm also curious as to when these might have been made. I doubt that they are "vintage" as they appear to have been made for an American market. The chisels are marked as 1" (25.4mm), 3/4" (19.1mm), 1/2" (12.7mm) and 1/4" (6.4mm). I'd also like to know what wood the handles are likely made of.
They do appear to be a very nice set and I plan on using them to clean up mortise and tenon joints. The box was made by the previous owner. Any info you guys can provide will be much appreciated. Thanks!
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