A collection of EIGHTEEN mostly 19th Century beechwood carpenters moulding planes, used for forming the decorative trim around doors, windows and fine furniture. Some of these are quite early (i.e. 150+ years old), many bear the marks of their makers and original owners. Seventeen are 24cm (9.5") long, the longer example is 13".

The makers of this collection of planes include:

• John Mosely & Son of London (1832-1914)

• William Watkins of Bradford (1845-88)

• Buck and Hickman of London (1839-75), two examples

• William Greenslade of Bristol (1826-46), several examples

• P T Clarke of Exeter (dates unknown)

• James Hawksworth of Sheffield (circa 1830), two examples

• James Emes of London (dates unknown)

• William Shepley of London (circa 1800)

All with signs of use but in good condition, cleaned and lightly waxed. A couple of with worm holes (treated). Irons mostly good, some with surface rust. A couple of knocks to the wedges, consistent with age and use.