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Doesn't woodriver make one?
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I am sorry for your loss. I've looked recently for a modern #2 size. While a couple manufacturers make them, none have stock nor an estimate on when they might have stock. I bought a Vintage Stanley for $250.
It's all wood.
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Did Lie-Nielsen make one? You might be able to pry one out of someone’s hands.
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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 think they ever made a cast iron one. WoodRiver (Woodcraft's Chinese brand) makes a No. 1 but not a No. 2. I also checked Kunz and Clifton. No number 2's. I think your best bet is to check eBay or post a WTB in S&S.
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Patrick Leach sells a new 601 Bedrock
http://www.supertool.com/601.htm
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You can try
https://www.facebook.com/groups/CanIHaveItToolAuctions that is where I got mine. Prices are generally better than eBay and the members more, uh, reliable.
It's all wood.
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Find the right welder (of which there are darned few), and that's repairable. One part of the trick is to clamp the sole to a true flat surface both sides of the crack. It won't be pretty, but it's not pretty now.
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Bob Kuane? Maybe see IF he has a #2 base casting?
Show me a picture, I'll build a project from that
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RBohn, shoot me a PM (doesn't look like you have PMs turned on). I have a Stanley #2 that I'm willing to part with, if you're interested.
Tyler
