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We have set up a brand new Plane Makers Gallery on Handplane Central. The purpose of this gallery is to highlight some of the wonderful work that has been done by contemporary plane makers from around the world.

Whether you’re a professional or an amateur plane maker, if you’ve ever made a hand plane in the past – even just for your own enjoyment – then register for an account and start posting some pics of your work for others to see. You can even add some comments to the images, such as constructional notes, materials etc. It’s entirely up to you. To check it out, just click here.


Stanley No. 6 C Fore Plane

Manufactured: 1898 to 1970 Length: 18 inches Blade Width: 2-3/8 inches Construction: Cast iron, rosewood handle & knob Finish: Japanned Features: Corrugated bottom Uses: General purpose bench plane Average Dealer Price: $50 to $100 Average eBay Price: $40 to $90 Other Notes: Sweetheart versions (1920-1935)…

Stanley No. 3 C Smooth Plane

Manufactured: 1898 to 1970 Length: 8 inches Blade Width: 1-3/4 inches Construction: Cast iron, rosewood handle & knob Finish: Japanned Features: Corrugated bottom Uses: General purpose bench plane Average Dealer Price: $50 to $125 Average eBay Price: $35 to $110 Other Notes: Sweetheart versions (1920-1935)…