Description

Very Rare Henry D. Spickler Double‑Cutter Spokeshave — Patented April 1, 1873

A very rare Henry D. Spickler patented double‑cutter spokeshave, carrying the April 1, 1873 patent date, and featuring both the curved and flat cutters that make this design so unusual and desirable. Spickler’s shaves are among the scarcest of the early patented forms, and the dual‑cutter configuration places this one firmly in the “advanced collector” category.

This example has the distinctive looped handles, each marked on the underside:

• One handle stamped “32” in raised characters
• The other stamped “PAT APRIL 1 73”

The body shows the classic Spickler profile, the cutters present well, and the overall form reflects the inventive spirit of the early patent era. These seldom appear on the market, and marked examples with both cutters intact are especially tough to find.

A standout early patented spokeshave—rare, marked, and a superb addition to any serious collection.

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