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Woodworker? Collector? User? It doesn’t matter who you are or what you’re particular interest is, if you’re looking to buy a handplane then check out the latest listings from eBay at Handplane Central’s “Handplane Marketplace“. You never know – you might pick up a bargain or two.


Stanley No. 74 Floor Plane

Manufactured: 1886 to 1923 Length: 10-1/2 inches Blade Width: 2-5/8 inches Construction: Cast iron, hardwood handle Finish: Japanned Features: Extra heavy. Planes floor boards from a standing position. Uses: For smoothing the uneven edges of floor boards Average Dealer Price (with handle): $500 to $1000…

Stanley No. 271 Router

Manufactured: 1926 to 1973 Length: 3 inches Blade Width: 1/4 inch Construction: Cast iron Finish: Nickel plated Features: Converts to either an open or closed throat by reversing the cutter Uses: For small router work Average Dealer Price: $20 to $60 Average eBay Price: $22…

Stanley No. 203 Block Plane

Manufactured: 1912 to 1961 Length: 5-1/2 inches Blade Width: 1-3/8 inches Construction: Cast iron, rosewood knob Finish: Japanned Uses: General purpose block plane Average Dealer Price: $40 to $100 Average eBay Price: $26 to $75 Other Notes: Sweetheart versions (1920-1935) sometimes reach slightly higher prices…