Tag: 20th Century


DID YOU KNOW…

For those of a more technical nature we have articles on the various blade angles for hand planes and how to flatten the sole of a hand plane. Even tips and tricks on how to dovetail an infill plane and information on how to make a Norris adjuster can be found right here on Handplane Central.

Through Much Tribulation

Through Much Tribulation: Stewart Spiers and the Planemakers of Ayr To call this book the definitive story of Stewart Spiers is somewhat of an understatement. Sure, by definition, the scope of information which resides within this 132 page work by author and longtime collector Nigel…

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Stanley No. 78 Duplex Plane

Manufactured: 1884 to 1984 Length: 8-1/2 inches Blade Width: 1-1/2 inches Construction: Cast iron Finish: Japanned Features: Two blade positions, adjustable fence and depth Uses: Duplex rabbet and filletster plane Average Dealer Price: $35 to $75 Average eBay Price: $22 to $65 Type 1: $50…

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