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I think a lots of stuff down there was fixed with wood of some sort. Quick and safe to work with underground. Much of the stuff around the coalface I understand was constantly being moved as the face progressed (or retreated). Any installation was likely to temporary. On the tracks and drifts...

Just cleaned. Much of the paint removed. Handles scraped and rubbed down - Never going to be perfect because of previous damage. Rear handle secured with epoxy resin and a little filler at the edges Blade sharpened and honed. Now re-assembled as it arrived. And it works. Needs some adjustment...

I suspect a Manchester spanner was the tool of choice for minor adjustments - well, a mallet to be safe.

Most things can be done if you have the time and skills. It’s the 10,000 hours learning to become an expert that I don’t have. The lateral adjuster seems to be the real issue. It was never used to produce anything pretty, so, I expect that it doesn’t have one was never a problem. 3 miles...

I think this qualifies as well broken. :lol: Will keep a lookout for parts. Had cleaned it with WD40 and a toothbrush but have carefully scraped most of the paint off and worked most off with an old scourer and brass wire brush. Brass parts cleaned with a vinegar/flour/salt paste. Now...

I know it's not in good condition. Decrepit springs to mind. The handles are probably easiest to restore. It is never going to be perfect - I'm not looking for that. Will keep a lookout for another W5. A few restored ones around though.

Thanks for the information. I’ll take another look at the lever cap replacement. I thought it was something that dad had jury-rigged simply to hold the blade. Will search again for the cap iron. Much appreciated.

My first post here. Just after thoughts and advice. I recently discovered some of my dad’s old work tools. He was an electrician down the pit. Amongst them was this Woden Jack plane that has seen some serious work and damage. I believe it was made between 1955 and 1962. There’s a chunk missing...