The Ray Iles Large Froe is the ideal tool for medium-duty woodworking tasks. Specifically designed to split green roundwood with precision, this froe is perfect for crafting billets for cleft gates or chair components. Often paired with a cleaving break, this tool guarantees a seamless and efficient work process. Depending on your specific needs, you can opt for one of two distinct versions:
- STANDARD: Features simply ground bevels with shoulders.
- PREMIUM: Incorporates gently convex bevels for enhanced control.
Please make your selection using the provided drop-down box above.
Product Specifications:
- Blade Material: EN9 spring steel.
- Blade Dimensions: 250mm (10") in length, 50mm (2") in depth, and 9mm (3/8") at its thickest point.
- Handle: Lightly oiled beech, measuring 370mm (14 1/2") long.
- Weight: 900 grams.
- Special Features: The tapered eye ensures the blade is further secured onto the handle with every strike of a wooden maul, and can be easily dismantled for storage.
For those seeking a tool suitable for more heavy-duty tasks, consider the Ray Iles XL Froe or the Gränsfors Bruk Froe.
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.
