Mortice gauge
Ian Sorby
Category
Tools
Date
Unknown
Materials
Brass and mahogany
Measurements
195 mm (H); 60 mm (W); 600 mm (D)
Place of origin
Sheffield
Collection
Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1152620
Summary
Mortice gauge. A mahogany and brass mortice gauge. The top of the head is inlaid with two strips of brass either side of the stock and impressed with 'DAME'. The side is impressed with 'SORBY, SHEFFIELD'. There is a brass adjustment screw.
Provenance
Part of the John Williams Bequest, gifted to the National Trust in 1998.
Marks and inscriptions
Side: SORBY, SHEFFIELD Top: DAME
Makers and roles
Ian Sorby, manufacturer