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  0 Thread: 60 1/2 block plane question
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bandit571 Wrote: (11-27-2024, 10:19 AM) -- Hmmm.. Both of these are Stanley No. 60-1/2 block planes....which tension "bolt" are you working on? These in the back?  Or... That slotted screw?   As t...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 3 859 12-17-2024, 10:02 PM
  0 Thread: 60 1/2 block plane question
Post: 60 1/2 block plane question

I have not been active for several years. I just went through sharpening, cleaning and adjusting my planes Everything works like it did years ago except for the 60 1/2 SW block There appears to be...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 3 859 11-24-2024, 08:47 PM
  0 Thread: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size
Post: RE: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size

tablesawtom Wrote: (07-14-2024, 07:37 AM) -- I prefer to 01 blade also. The chip breakers on a lot of the old planes that I restore are pretty pitted up so I have been buying the chip breakers and bl...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 13 2,476 07-14-2024, 08:51 AM
  0 Thread: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size
Post: RE: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size

tablesawtom Wrote: (07-11-2024, 07:03 AM) -- You are welcome. And just out of curiosity which blade did you order, -1 or A2? Tom -- O1 All blades including Lie Nielsen socket chisels. Just an ...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 13 2,476 07-13-2024, 08:32 PM
  0 Thread: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size
Post: RE: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size

tablesawtom Wrote: (07-04-2024, 09:40 AM) -- If yo want an original. contact me I am sure I have one. And the Hock blades fit without modifying the throat. Tom -- Tom thanks for the offer. I fi...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 13 2,476 07-10-2024, 01:19 AM
  0 Thread: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size
Post: RE: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size

ilikewoodinsc Wrote: (07-01-2024, 08:33 AM) -- RBohn, From "Patrick's Blood & Gore" by Patrick Leach at: http://www.supertool.com/StanleyBG/stan15.htm#num605.5 It depends on when the plane was ...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 13 2,476 07-03-2024, 09:30 PM
  0 Thread: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size
Post: #605 1/2 hand plane blade size

I am finding conflicting information. 2 1/4 v 2 3/8  Which is it. If it is 2 1/4 where can I buy one? Thanks
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 13 2,476 06-30-2024, 08:19 PM
  0 Thread: Shooting board questions
Post: RE: Shooting board questions

Philip1231 Wrote: (02-15-2024, 08:56 AM) -- Fence: this allows the fence to be used for 45 degree cuts (that fence appears to be adjustable). Step: reflects blade projection beyond the sole of th...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 7 1,764 02-18-2024, 02:31 PM
  0 Thread: Shooting board questions
Post: RE: Shooting board questions

RBohn Wrote: (02-15-2024, 12:12 AM) -- I recently purchased a used Evenfall board. it is my understanding that the maker is not active currently. I and hoping that forum members can answer a few ques...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 7 1,764 02-16-2024, 01:29 AM
  0 Thread: Shooting board questions
Post: Shooting board questions

I recently purchased a used Evenfall board. it is my understanding that the maker is not active currently. I and hoping that forum members can answer a few questions. See attached images. The fe...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 7 1,764 02-15-2024, 12:12 AM
  0 Thread: WTB cutter, breaker, lever cap for #4
Post: RE: WTB cutter, breaker, lever cap for #4

ChuckHill Wrote: (02-27-2022, 02:52 PM) -- If you are on FB, Michael Jenks in this group will have what you need. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1690633051116716 -- Thanks for the lead.
RBohn Tool Swap N' Sell 2 1,517 02-27-2022, 07:28 PM
  0 Thread: WTB cutter, breaker, lever cap for #4
Post: WTB cutter, breaker, lever cap for #4

I just moved and have lost these parts for a Bailey #4 that was was milled flat and square by Tablesaw Tom a while back. Just something that is in tunable shape, no heavy rust or pitting. IF you have...
RBohn Tool Swap N' Sell 2 1,517 02-26-2022, 09:33 PM
  0 Thread: What can I use over shellac to darken?
Post: RE: What can I use over shellac to darken?

fredhargis Wrote: (11-27-2021, 06:35 AM) -- You won't be happy with the results of applying linseed oil over the top of the shellac, it won't do what you want, and it may make a sticky mess. I think ...
RBohn Finishing 4 2,152 12-05-2021, 01:49 PM
  0 Thread: Small hand plane
Post: RE: Small hand plane

Admiral Wrote: (11-27-2021, 06:01 PM) -- With a little research and effort, you can part out that #2 on ebay for a considerable amount; lots of demand for knobs, totes, frogs and irons/chipbreakers. ...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 23 8,966 11-29-2021, 10:45 PM
  0 Thread: Small hand plane
Post: RE: Small hand plane

Aram Wrote: (11-29-2021, 01:49 PM) -- Are you not interested? You can just have it, if you want. It is a shame to have it sitting on a shelf, and someone did a nice restoration job before they gave i...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 23 8,966 11-29-2021, 10:37 PM
  0 Thread: Small hand plane
Post: RE: Small hand plane

bandit571 Wrote: (11-26-2021, 05:40 PM) -- Bob Kuane?  Maybe see IF he has a #2 base casting? -- Thanks for the suggestion.
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 23 8,966 11-28-2021, 07:29 PM
  0 Thread: Small hand plane
Post: RE: Small hand plane

AHill Wrote: (11-26-2021, 09:52 AM) -- Lie-Nielsen used to make No. 1 and No. 2 bench planes, but not anymore.  I have one of their No. 2's.  It's a nice plane.  Mine is manganese bronze.  I don't th...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 23 8,966 11-28-2021, 07:25 PM
  0 Thread: What can I use over shellac to darken?
Post: What can I use over shellac to darken?

Years ago I built several sanded plywood panels for mounting small hand tools. I just built another one and used what I though I had used in the past, shellac.  The color is completely different. Now...
RBohn Finishing 4 2,152 11-26-2021, 11:11 PM
  0 Thread: Small hand plane
Post: Small hand plane

Just dropped my Stanley #2 plane and the sole cracked at the mouth. No problem, I thought. Actually a big problem for me. Vintage #2 planes have skyrocketed sine I paid $80 for mine a few decades ag...
RBohn Woodworking Hand Tools 23 8,966 11-25-2021, 05:58 PM
  0 Thread: Bench info, advise
Post: RE: Bench info, advise

Tapper Wrote: (10-15-2021, 08:53 PM) -- Help me out here - what are the problems for a lefty to use the face vise in the photo? Doug -- I guess I could have a lot in common with camera users tha...
RBohn Woodworking 10 4,160 10-18-2021, 11:01 PM

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