{"product_id":"antique-wooden-spoke-shave-primitive-hand-carved-joinery-tool","title":"Antique Wooden Spoke Shave - Primitive Hand Carved Joinery Tool","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eCrafted from a single piece of dense hardwood (likely beech or fruitwood), this spoke shave features a classic hand-carved profile with two smooth, tapered handles. The central block houses a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"192\"\u003eoriginal curved metal blade\u003c\/b\u003e, which is held in position by two integrated tangs that pass through the body of the tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eTools like this were essential for the manual production of spokes, tool handles, and chair legs, allowing the craftsman to \"shave\" thin layers of wood to create smooth, ergonomic curves. This particular example has a wonderful, dark, age-darkened finish that only comes from decades of handling and use in a traditional workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe tool is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eoriginal antique condition\u003c\/b\u003e with significant signs of age and functional history:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Body:\u003c\/b\u003e The wood shows \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003eheavy scuffing, historic scratches, and surface wear\u003c\/b\u003e, especially around the handle grips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Blade:\u003c\/b\u003e The metal blade is present and remains firmly seated. It shows an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003eauthentic oxidized patina and surface pitting\u003c\/b\u003e (see detail photos). It would require professional sharpening if intended for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/b\u003e There is a faint historic stamp on the blade, though it is partially obscured by age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBuild:\u003c\/b\u003e Structurally very sound and solid; a sturdy and tactile object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 29 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Furniture Recycling Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57491867271551,"sku":"605\/0059","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1072\/6024\/files\/IMG_5506.jpg?v=1778355386","url":"https:\/\/www.furniturerecyclingshop.co.uk\/products\/antique-wooden-spoke-shave-primitive-hand-carved-joinery-tool","provider":"Furniture Recycling Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}