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Antique Brass Race Knife / Marking Knife, Adjustable Blade
An antique brass race knife, also known as a timber scribe or marking knife, a woodworker's or carpenter's tool used to score straight, durable scribe lines into wood as a cutting or measuring guide. The maker is unmarked.
Solid brass body with wood handle scales secured by two screws. The carbon steel blade is adjustable via a set screw, inserted through a slot near the butt end of the tool. Shows honest wear consistent with a genuine working tool, grading Very Good overall. Measures 4 3/4 in / 12.1 cm overall.
Specifications
| Maker / Brand | Unknown |
| Overall Length | 4.75 in / 12.1 cm |
| Blade Material | Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | Wood |
Condition Grade
Very Good
Condition Notes
Solid brass body with wood scales secured by two screws. Blade is adjustable via set screw; the slot near the butt end is where the blade is inserted. Honest wear consistent with a genuine working tool.