The Stanley No. 3 Smooth Plane was produced between 1867 and 1984. It was also made with a corrugated sole known as the No. 3C.
Stanley Bailey No. 3 Plane
It measures 8″ long and has a 1 3/4″ cutter. It was made of cast iron with a rosewood handle and knob. It had Japanned finish.
The No. 3 plane was a general purpose bench plane used as a smoothing plane but smaller and lighter than the more common No. 4 plane. It’s smaller, lighter size made it ideal for jointer work with one hand and small projects and short stock.
The Stanley No. 3C corrugated bottom plane was preferred for working on woods containing resins and oils. Like all corrugated bottom planes, there was less friction making the plane glide easier over the surface of the wood.
Stanley smooth planes were made from the finest grey iron castings with sides and bottom machined smooth and true. As of the 1958 models, the planes were fully adjustable. The opening of the mouth could be made wider or narrower as coarse or fine work required and the cutter could be adjusted for the thickness and evenness of shaving. The handles and knobs were made of rosewood.
Here’s an example of a Stanley No. 9-1/4 Block Plane. The Stanley No. 9 1/4 Block Plane is a classic tool renowned for its exceptional design and functionality. Crafted from high-quality cast iron, this block plane features a robust body that provides excellent stability during use. Its compact size makes it easy to maneuver and … Read more
This is a nice example of a vintage rosewood and brass marking gauge. it has two main parts: the beam and the head. In this case, the side of the head is covered by a thick brass plate. There is a brass thumb screw on the top to tighten the head against the beam once … Read more
This is the frog assembly and hardware from a Stanley No. 5 Jack Plane, Type 15, made between 1931 and 1932. The frog assembly on a Stanley No. 5 Jack Plane plays a significant role in the planes performance. Made from cast iron, is serves as the mounting base for the plane iron and chip … Read more
This is a fine example of a Stanley No. 51 Spokeshave. A spokeshave is a hand tool used primarily in woodworking for shaping and smoothing curved and flat surfaces. It consists of a metal body with a sharp blade fixed between two handles, allowing for greater control and precision while working on wood. Spokeshaves are … Read more
Here’s a fine example of a rare Millers Falls No. 814B Jack Plane in excellent condition. The Millers Falls 814 is very similar to the Stanley No. 5 Jack Plane. The Millers Falls No 814 Jack Plane is a versatile tool known for its durability and precision, making it a favorite among woodworking enthusiasts and … Read more
A fine example of a Stanley No. 65 Boxwood Marking Gauge with Brass Thumbscrew. A view of the head of the marking gauge with the brass thumbscrew to tighten the head against the beam once the distance from the scribe point to the head is set. A view of the graduated markings on the beam … Read more
A sliding T bevel is a useful tools for setting and transferring angles. This is a sample of a pair of rosewood and brass sliding t-bevels. One is seven inches long and the larger one is eleven inches. Both have rosewood handles with solid brass edge treatments. The smaller one uses a turn button to … Read more
Manufactured between 1899-1902 Characteristics that define a Stanley Type 8 Jack Plane Other Type 8 Features on This Plane Pictures of the Stanley No. 5 Jack Plane Type 8 Reconditioning Process The following work was done to recondition this plane. BODY – All Japanned areas have been cleaned with a brush and light solvent. The … Read more
