spokeshaves_R5-0198

spokeshaves_R5-0198

spokeshaves_R5-0198

For 121 Pictures in 2021 #102 "Tools", this is a trio of spokeshaves. Originally used to shape the spokes of wagon or cart wheels in the 16th century (predating the lathes that were used much later), these are still used by woodworkers who prefer to use hand tools to shape wood. They come with flat, concave and convex blades. As I found out the hard way, these things are hard to use, requiring much skill and practice. They are lying on a table that is awaiting time to refinish.

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