As rough as a bag of hatchets

phr.

Heard in Kilkenny

Used to describe a person who is exceptionally unattractive or unrefined in appearance.

In use

I would not be seen dead with her, she is as rough as a bag of hatchets and has the personality to match.

Posh English

I would certainly not wish to be observed in her company, as she is most unattractive and possesses a temperament to match.