Joseph Marples 1.5" Bradawl

Joseph Marples have been making woodworking tools in Sheffield since 1840.

A Bradawl is used for marking screw or nail holes in wood.  The tip looks similar to a flathead screwdriver but is designed to open up the grain in a piece of wood to help start a screw and reduce the risk of the wood splitting.

They are a great tool for any tool box.  Just don't try to use one as a screwdriver.

Beech handle with aa 1.5" metal tip.