Being offered for sale is the VERY RARE antique SCRIBING GOUGE (in cannel, socket type with nubby handle and iron end-cap/striking collar) by ISAAC RESSLER (stamped "I. RESSLER" over "CAST STEEL" at under side of shaft, see 2nd pic - RARE MAKER!) of Warwick Township, PA, circa the mid 19th century (best guess...as per the very little info available on this scarce tool maker), as seen in the pictures/as described in the title. PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED or your money back...no questions asked!

CONDITION NOTES:

Good/VG antique condition with minor -to- moderate overall wear (small dings, dents, scuffs, scratches, stains, etc.) throughout from normal use over the years but NO major breaks or repairs. Lightly cleaned using wire-wheel, so virtually zero rust but minor pitting throughout. Handle is solid & strong and firmly attached to both socket & end-collar. Blade is a little uneven but mostly smooth, with no visible nicks and is very sharp. Ready to use or display!! See pics.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT:

Measures 15-3/4" long, overall. Blade is 1-1/2" wide x 3-1/4" long, with an approx. 1/2" deep curve. Handle is 3-1/4" long x 1-1/2" diameter, at end. Weighs 1 lb. 12.8 oz..

PLEASE NOTE: The inflated shipping cost for this item is to help offset the high price of insuring the package at full purchase price. Please take this into consideration and work it into your offer(s).

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