Ray Iles Gentleman's Drawknife is a small, fine tool by UK tool maker, Ray Iles. It's a lightweight drawknife designed for detailed work like shaping tenons. While it's great for precise tasks, it's also suitable for children to use with supervision. The drawknife has a single bevel, angled at about 30 degrees, and might need some final honing before first use.

This tool is best paired with a shave horse or similar holding device to maximise control during use. Proudly made in the UK by one of the country's leading toolmakers, Ray Iles Large Drawknife is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and design.

Specifications:

• Blade Edge Length: 150mm (6").
• Total Iron Length: 255mm (10"), from one ferrule to the other.
• Bevel: Single, hollow ground at roughly 30 degrees.
• Honing: If you want it sharpened before delivery, pick the 'add honing' option.
• Handle Length: 115mm (4 1/2"), currently made from yew (this can change based on availability).
• Optional Edge protection: Choose between custom leather or wooden sheaths made by Woodsmith.

About Ray Iles:
Specialising in 'no-nonsense' tools, British toolmaker Ray Iles is an stalwart amongst the green woodworking community, producing well-made and affordable tools that with proper care will last a lifetime. Ray Iles is the eldest son of Ashley Iles (of edge tools fame). Both Ashley Iles and Ray were trained in the individual trades of toolmaking (forging, grinding, handle making, etc.) by the little mesters of Sheffield in the 1950’s. Secrets that had been jealously guarded for generations were freely passed on to prevent them from being lost forever.

The Ashley Iles family and business moved to Lincolnshire where they have perpetuated toolmaking in the old tradition ever since. Ray set up his own business about 30 years ago and now produces a range of exceptional green woodworking tools. His tools perfectly compliment the carving and turning tools produced by his brother Tony at Ashley Iles (Edge Tools)

We carry a wide selection of commonly used greenwood tools produced by Ray Iles at Woodsmith; please note most tools come with a factory grind and will need a final hone before use.

Not sure which drawknife is right for you? Watch Woodsmith's Founder, Maurice, talk through our options below: