Stanley 41/2

Manny · Woodworker Joined: 31 Mar 2004 Posts: 120 Location: London

Bought an old 41/2 smoothing plane for £20 in an antiques shop, it seems to be useable. I've no idea how much these things fetch but seemed like a good price - any thoughts?

They also had an infill plane with a low angle blade for £85 and a infill shoulder plane for £50 but couldn't see a name on either.

Is there a web site where I might identify old planes?

Chris Knight · Posted: Sat May 01, 2004 1:57 pm Post subject:

This is the internet bible on Stanley

http://www.supertool.com/StanleyBG/stan0.htm
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Alf · Posted: Sat May 01, 2004 2:36 pm Post subject: Re: Stanley 41/2

Gill · Posted: Sat May 01, 2004 6:34 pm Post subject:

Hi Manny

I'd say £20 was reasonable from an antique shop because they've got to make their cut (ouch!). I bought one at auction last year for much less than that, but then again, someone else could have out bid me.

Yours

Gill

Manny · Woodworker Joined: 31 Mar 2004 Posts: 120 Location: London

Thanks folks

I havn't had a chance to try it out yet but everythings working, its got a nice feel to it and a good bit heavier than the 4. I'll check out the websites next.

cheers