Stanley hand plane book

If you want the information from this site in a handy reference book with current prices i suggest you purchase my stanley planes guide or vintage stanley tools it will save you a lot of time and money. Stay up to date on our latest for her, for him, for home. The chapters cover stanley, leonard bailey, stanley s competitors, patented combination planes and more. This effort was prompted by several folks asking me about the stanley planes that. The stanley hand plane inventory workbook paperback january 16, 2018 by don wilwol author. Some rotary power planers are motorized power tools used for the same types of larger tasks, but are unsuitable for fine scale planing where a miniature hand plane is used. Farnsworth below you will find a tool for stanley plane identification, specifically dating stanley planes and identifying the type of your stanley bailey woodworking bench hand planes. Alvin sellens is the author for go to references on almost all types of older or antique woorkworking planes. If you thirst for heaps of data on plane dating, visit the plane type study or the plane feature timeline. Antique stanley tools are often sought after for their aesthetic value.

This effort was prompted by several folks asking me about the stanley planes that they own, or saw while out cruising for tools. Adventurers bag ami ventures inc acme tools bit shop usa bargains warehouse books direct see more retailers. Youll find a lot of different type study authors out there but all are based on several peoples work namely alvin sellens, in his book the stanley plane, 1975 and roger k. Prior to this date, bailey had been producing the same series of bench planes, in various configurations, for roughly 8 years. Understanding bench planes popular woodworking magazine. A guide to identification and value brunner, hans on. The physical data of each entry was referenced from alvin sellens pioneer work, the stanley plane now out of print, and from john walters current book, antique and collectible stanley tools. View and download stanley 55 how to use manual online. Best woodworking planes 2018 top 3 choices full buying guide. There were about 300 or so bedrocks, baileys, stanley woodworking planes of all numbers and types and a ton of other early makers planes. Also, announcing a brand new book entitled the history of stanley tools. The stanley plane collectors checklist and value guide by.

A hand plane is a specialized tool designed to hold a sharpened blade to accomplish a specific woodworking task. There is a piece missing on the side but does not affect the use of it. Bailey only lasted until 1875, stanley retained those patent rights and eventually the use of the bailey name. Paul goes through a few different models to show where he would recommend most.

This second offering by stanley is the most expensive of the three hand planes. It is usually pushed or pulled along a surface to cut or smooth a piece of wood. I made this box to display numbers 1 through 8, both high and low. Smith in his book patented transitional and metallic planes in america 18271927 1981 and his followup volume ii 1992. Funds purchases by money order, cashiers check or bank draft are held for 7 days pending receipt of remittance. Although a bit more money, its still a good buy as its a quality piece that will last for years. One of the best books out there on how to identify and date old stanleys is.

This bench plane closely resembles a stanley no 4 order amazon plane here. Restoring hand planes canadian woodworking magazine. Our offices and shipping department continue to operate with limited staff during regular business hours. Both of these books crossreference the original tool catalogues.

Collectable hand planes for sale shop with afterpay ebay. I have seen countless videos and read a huge number of books and articles on how hand planes and other hand tools new and vintage are supposed to perform when they. Besides the obvious differences in looks, a properly tuned stanley is a great plane. If your budget allows for all three bench planes, then instead of buying a metal bodied stanley bailey jack plane, id recommend buying an allwood jack plane or even better, an affordable transitional jack plane like this stanley no. He said that his collecting goal for planes was to get one of each listed in walters book. I love the history, the research and writing what i find. Product title stanley hand tools 12105 2 x 6 rb5 plane. Stanley handyman hand plane usa woodworking carpentry diy. Falconwood is not only your source for antique or old woodworking tools but also has tools from other trades including. Sep 15, 2003 the handplane book is a complete guide to one of the best known and most collectable hand tools.

Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The author is inundated with abundance of new material and decided to publish a complete new stanley book. Stanley founded a doorhardware company in new britain, connecticut. Type 2 planes made by stanley 18691872 baileys existing stock was moved to new britian, ct after the sellout. It covers all the basics, including how to buy a plane, tune it up, and use it. Vtg 1898 1975 price list booklet stanley rule level company book planes. When stanley released their bailey series of metalbodied planes, some. The plane is in fair shape, there are some chips, dings and surface rust. Antique and vintage stanley tools collectors weekly. Machinists, coachmakers, shipwrights, wheelwrights, leatherworkers, coopers and more. By signing up you agree to receive emails from stanley with news, special offers, promotions and future messages tailored to your interests. Apr 23, 2012 leonard bailey was a designer and plane maker who patented several designs for hand planes in the mid 1800s.

Ive been finding, restoring and collecting hand planes for over 10 years. I cannot endorse any stanley planes after the 1970 models or any plastichandled planes. St200222 number 65 chamfer shave this is an earlier example with the half moon logo on the blade. These all metalplanes were produced between 1898 and 1940. Amazon affiliate link become a wranglerstar member for. That lateral adjuster on a stanley made handyman series plane. If you keep collecting stanley tools you will inevitably find them. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Bench plane parts, block plane parts, bedrock planes pdf, stanley book. You can still use a plane to do quality woodworking as well today as you could 100 years ago. Stanley hand planes the timetestedtools vintage tool forum. The stanley plane collectors checklist and value guide by second.

A short guide to identifying the most common vintage hand planes found. Get the best deals on stanley plane part when you shop the largest online selection at. The handplane book was originally published in hardcover. A great classic looking and very well cared for prewar corrugated no 5 type 16, produced between 1933 and 1941 clean, sharp and user ready. This is the first plane of the bailey series, which stanley made into the worlds standard plane configuration after they bought the patent rights to the design from leonard bailey, who was making the planes in relative obscurity in boston, massachusetts during the 1860s. The lowangle block plane severs end grain easily and is comfortable in one hand, making it perfect for fitting shingles, quickly shaving down the corners of swelled doors, and finetuning miter cuts on trim. Invaluable information for the antique tool collector and a superb reference for museums. It sounds so simple when you put it that way, but many woodworkers are confused by all the different sizes of bench planes available, from the tiny 512. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but it should guide you in a general direction to find out who made your vintage hand plane.

Below you will find a tool for stanley plane identification, specifically dating stanley planes and identifying the type of your stanley bailey woodworking bench hand planes. We offer the best hand planes in the world, including economical planes from stanley, european and specialty planes, and the impeccable quality of lie nielsen fine hand planes. As of march 16, 2020 our showroom is temporarily closed. How to identify stanley hand plane age and type type study. A history and descriptive inventory is a must for all collectors or those individuals interested in the history of woodworking and using old tools that made america the country it is.

All of the planes parts are identified in a clear, explodedview drawing, and a separate chart lists all of the cutters. Hand planing wood, working with a fine hand plane is one of the most pleasant of all woodworking tasks. Fascinating background information on the development and manufacture of handplanes shows the rich heritage of this versatile tool. The handplane book is a complete guide to one of the best known and most collectable hand tools. Make offer stanley handyman hand plane usa woodworking carpentry diy tool custom vintage. How to identify stanley hand plane age and type type. How to identify antique stanley bailey hand plane age and type. The best hand plane book that youve never heard of. Hand planes are the living link between woodworking hands and the wood they work on, bonding the craftsman to the craft.

All dimensions provided are in inches and are approximate. Start by reading patrick leachs comments on stanley plane dating. Prior to the introduction of motorized power tools, hand planes were needed to bridge the gap between rough lumber and finished projects. Stanley industrial hand planes for sale in stock ebay. I think the quality of the old planes is worth a little extra time that it takes to bring it back. The bear metal surfaces have a pleasing patina and the blade looks to be about full original length. They are often worth twice what a standard stanley plane would cost from the same era, if all other factors such as condition are equal. Both of these books crossreference the original tool catalogues and literature produced by stanley as the source for their information. Seems like the same blade size, does anyone know if the frogs and tote will.

Today if you go on the web you will find a lot of good web site that tell you more about hand plane than this book does, the web also have very good pictures. The stanley bench plane shadow box was inspired by john walters covers for his books on antique and collectable stanley tools. Hand tools stanley manufactures hand tools for professionals and for those who demand professional equipment to build, make, repair, and sometimes demolish. The stanley hand plane inventory workbook don wilwol on. Plane dating flowchart get your bench plane in hand unless you have its features memorized and start answering questions. It would be a perfect starter for a new craftsmanwoman looking for a quality classic smoothing plane to enhance an existing bailey collection at an amazingly reasonable price. Get the best deals on stanley industrial hand planes when you shop the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on stanley industrial hand planes when you shop the largest online selection at ebay. Questions answered why buy old not new planes paul. Stanley provided a valuable 22page instruction manual with the 55. By joshua farnsworth in video bill anderson talks about what to look for when buying a vintage combination plane, like the stanley 45 or 55. Learn more about the different parts to this timeless tool in this introduction to hand planes video. It covers all of the basics of setting up and using the plane.

For one to understand what our early woodworking industry was about this is one of the books that should be ready reference. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. If you are new to hand planes, we have numerous articles to help you understand hand plane types and uses get started with hand planes. The stanley rule and level company was formed in the late 1850s and began their business producing a line of folding rules and general hardware in new britain conn. One of the more in demand antique tools by stanley is the bedrock plane.

The company began modestly in 1843, when frederick t. The chart below outlines the key specifications of all of stanleys bailey line of bench planes. That lateral adjuster of a union looks like the early twisted sargent, but with a washer type guide like the ohio tools or stanley. When stanley released their bailey series of metalbodied planes, some woodworkers wanted the benefit of metal plane s easy blade adjustments, but preferred the woodonwood feel and lower cost of wooden bodied planes. A hand plane is a tool for shaping wood using muscle power to force the cutting blade over the wood surface. A history and descriptive inventory as want to read. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. January, 2020 update getting very close completion, send a sase to receive info soon if you havent sent alreadythe newly revised antique. The definitive reference on handplanes taunton books. Stanley hand planes helped write the american hand plane story from the late 1800s on. The defiance line was made by stanley, the defiance line is the only plane i know of that had this folded wing style lateral.