Old Blakeley Rip Saw – 23”- 5tpi - C.1915 (Beech) chest As is often the case

As is often the case with these old shaves there is no makers mark on the shave

This crocodile is about 14 inches long

Sheffield‘ and 'The Improved Brace'

The head has a design similar to the Fleur De Lis but with four petals

Plane width: 64mm (2 ½”)

Old Blakeley Rip Saw – 23”- 5tpi - C.1915 (Beech) chest As is often the caseAn old Blakeley hand saw, fitted with a hardwood handle. The blade etching I believe says 'Blakeley & Sons, Sheffield, 1915' which dates the saw to World War I. TPI: 5" Blade length: 23" Condition: the blade is straight (tiny, tiny curve), all teeth present,, the teeth feel sharp however presume would probably benefit from a sharpen, please see photos for condition.