Description

A Show Stopper – Phenomenal Victorian Era Decorative Try Square, Ebony Handle with Fancy German Silver Trim, Marked “James Howarth Sheffield”, 15″ Blade

An extraordinary survivor from the Victorian era, this 15″ decorative try square is a masterclass in ornamental toolmaking. Marked “James Howarth Sheffield” in elegant scroll script on the blade that is faint but readable. it features a 9½″ ebony handle adorned with elaborate German silver trim, including a finely detailed escutcheon, end cap, and intact level vial.

• Blade: 15″ unruled steel, lightly pitted with age but still striking—marked “James Howarth Sheffield” in ornate scroll
• Handle: Ebony with extra fancy German silver trim—escutcheon, end cap, and edges all finely worked
• Level Vial: Original and intact, set into the handle for added functionality and charm
• Legacy: James Howarth was a respected Sheffield toolmaker active in the mid-to-late 19th century, known for producing high-quality edge tools and layout instruments

This is a true showpiece—ornate, functional, and steeped in history. It deserves pride of place in any serious tool collection.

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