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Stanley No. 17 Block Plane

Manufactured: 1888 to 1942 Length: 7 inches Blade Width: 1-3/4 inches Construction: Cast iron Finish: Japanned, nickel plated trimmings Features: Adjustable throat Uses: General purpose block plane Average Dealer Price: $25 to $75 Average eBay Price: $20 to $65 Type 8a: $100 to $300 Type…

Stanley No. 16 Block Plane

Manufactured: 1888 to 1942 Length: 6 inches Blade Width: 1-3/4 inches Construction: Cast iron Finish: Japanned, nickel plated trimmings Features: Adjustable throat Uses: General purpose block plane Average Dealer Price: $25 to $75 Average eBay Price: $16 to $65 Type 8a: $100 to $300 Type…