The Ray Iles Small Drawknife, with a 6" cutting edge, is expertly crafted by the esteemed UK toolmaker, Ray Iles. This compact tool is not only an ideal choice for younger green woodworkers under supervision but is also perfect for detailed tasks that demand precision and finer cuts. Its design ensures accurate cuts with a slightly hollow-ground canel (bevel) that works best facing downward. While it's ready for action, a final honing touch before the first use can sharpen its potential, ensuring a finer, more precise cut.

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.

Product Specifications:

• Blade Dimensions: Length of 150mm (6") and a depth of 40mm (1 1/2").
• Blade Material: 01 high carbon tool steel.
• Handle: Beech (as standard), lightly oiled, measuring 100mm (4") in length. Or rare occasions hickory, laburnum, elm, yew or cherry may be used instead.
• Handle Angle: Cranked slightly beyond 90 degrees relative to the blade.
• Ferrules: Fitted with brass.
• Optional Edge Protection: Leather and wooden sheaths available (refer above).

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: