Master maker set by Joseph Münch Brotterode
Master maker set by Joseph Münch Brotterode
Large set of finishing irons by German toolmakers Joseph Münch from the town of Brotterode
In likelihood active 1900-1940s
19 items:
9 German double irons (single lip)
Numbered: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18
Sizes: 3mm through to 12mm - 1/8inch through to 1/2inch
One German double edge iron
Numbered: 3
Two seam set irons.
One small and one large
Two Glazing irons
One small and one large. Both re-fitted with a boxwood handle
One Heel Breast iron
Rare item. Fitted with a boxwood handle
Two Double Stitch Markers
Numbered 2 & 4
One interchangeable fudge wheel
Both wheels clean, in fine grades
One Edge Trimmer
All tools stamped: Joseph Münch Brotterode
and complemented by German maker R. Hess Magstadt
Original black painted handles with brass ferrule.
A comprehensive set of tools suited to the making of gent’s and ladies’ shoes.
Irons in exceptional cosmetic condition with very little signs of age and rust.
Entirely cleaned, brushed and oiled.