'W. Marples & Sons' Drawknife light The Goodyear Rubber Company is

The Goodyear Rubber Company is known primarily for production of rubber tyres and was founded in 1898 in New York

The surface is textured and there are two fixings that allow it to be wall mounted when not in use

but each back has different markings and scuffs to the fabric

The box has some wear and signs of age

and another unmarked

'W. Marples & Sons' Drawknife light The Goodyear Rubber Company isA stunner of a tool! This drawknife, manufactured by W. Marples & Sons in Sheffield has been well maintained and lovingly looked after since its manufacture around the turn of the century. It's ideal for safely and effectively shaving wood and is just waiting for the next pair of hands to put it to good use. The steel blade is well maintained and has the embossed logo of the brand, the original wooden handles are also in good shape.