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Handplane Central has a range of diagrams and plans for woodworking planes and even some tutorials on plane making and tips and tricks from industry experts such as plane makers Steve Knight of Knight Toolworks, Bill Carter and C.R. Miller Planes. Need to true the sole of a wooden plane or repair a plane handle then look no further.


Stanley No. 5-1/2 Jack Plane

Manufactured: 1898 to 1958 Length: 15 inches Blade Width: 2-3/8 inches Construction: Cast iron, rosewood handle & knob Finish: Japanned Features: Extra wide Uses: General purpose bench plane Average Dealer Price: $50 to $150 Average eBay Price: $25 to $80 Other Notes: Sweetheart versions (1920-1935)…

Stanley No. 6 Fore Plane

Manufactured: 1869 to 1970 Length: 18 inches Blade Width: 2-3/8 inches Construction: Cast iron, rosewood handle & knob Finish: Japanned Uses: General purpose bench plane Average Dealer Price: $40 to $80 Average eBay Price: $30 to $60 Type 1: $300 to $600 Type 2: $200…