Large single maker set.

French finishing irons by workshop Martin, from central city of Tours, on the Loire river.

Active early 1900s.

Addressed: 54 Route du Mans - Tours (France)

18 Irons:

• 9 French double irons (double lip). 5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20 & 27

Sizes: 2/16 inch trough to wide 7/16 inch + n.27 boot iron.

• One double waist iron (1/4 inch)

• Two Waist irons (3/16 and narrow 1/4 inch)

• Two Blind Square Waist Irons or “Military Seat” (3/16 and narrow 1/4 inch)

• One Top set or “Welt Set” iron - detailing

• One “Fer à Jointure” - detailing*

• One Heel Seat iron - detailing - alternative decoration to slide box seat wheel

• One Glazing iron

Stamp:  Martin 54 Route du Mans Tours

*The tool has a wide angle opening and center groove to make a mark. It is run at the edge under the sole to go on the cut made by the knife. In so doing, it straightens the cut to make it into a decorative detail. Rarely seen item

Excellent condition - very little wear and signs of use. Entirely cleaned, brushed and oiled.

Total weight: 1.75kg