Antique Shipwright's Caulking Mallet HMS ARGUS 1855. Paddle Sloop-of-War.
From the ship's carpenter's tool chest of Charles Gordon which also contains Charles Gordon's velum skin covered rough log notebook (not included in this sale). Good overall condition commensurate with age and use. (Images of notebook interior and Engraving of HMS ARGUS paddle sloop-of-war for information only).
Lovely tactile object.
Size: 17 1/2" (44.5cm) long x 9 ins (23cm) wide
Sent 1st Class signed for.
Happy to answer any questions you may have.