George Barnsley Broad Point Heel Paring Knife 5" | Shoemakers Heel Trimming Tool

Every cobbler knows the frustration of a heel that won't trim cleanly. The right knife makes it effortless — and this is the right knife. A classic broad point heel paring blade by George Barnsley of Sheffield, hand forged from high-carbon steel and built to outlast the craftsman who first reaches for it.

New old stock from the 1970s — factory sharpened, never used, waiting to be put to work. These knives are no longer manufactured. Once this stock is gone, that's it.

Product Details

• Made in England by George Barnsley, Sheffield
• Traditional broad point shoemakers heel paring knife
• Overall tool length: 10"
• Blade size: 5" x 1"
• New vintage stock — factory sharpened
• Note: requires honing/stropping before first use. Not supplied ready to use.

Typical Uses

• Trimming and paring leather heels during shoe construction
• Cutting and shaping heel stacks
• General leathercraft cutting and paring work

Why George Barnsley?

Sheffield-made, world-renowned. George Barnsley supplied shoemakers and saddlers across the globe until the company closed in the 1980s. Their blades were specially treated to hold an edge far longer than modern alternatives. Genuine Barnsley stock is now rare and sought after by working craftsmen and collectors alike.

At Mukshy, we source only tools we trust in a working workshop. This knife is one of those rare finds — premium, purposeful, and built to last a lifetime.