Stanley and Record will be interchangeable. It may end up costing you more than buying a complete No6 plane in the end though.

Are plane blades interchangeable?

Blades and cap irons are interchangeable, but frogs are not. Early Bedrock planes used screws to mount their frogs. Later Bedrocks used pins. This makes them incompatible with each other.

Are old Stanley planes good?





Apparently, Stanley planes of the past were made to better quality standards than the current production models. Plus, there’s a good chance that the old planes were already set up, sharp and ready to be used.

Are Kunz planes any good?

These Kunz planes are a great starting platform for an awesome everyday planes because the materials are top notch, they are made in Germany (not China), the designs are all copies of the tried and true Stanley models, and really the amount of work you put into it to get a high end outcome is minimal.

Are Stanley planes still made?

Actual Bailey pattern Stanley bench planes are still available from Stanley. They are made in Mexico and have plastic handles. Comes with a high carbon steel blade and has an adjustable frog.

What is the rarest Stanley plane?

STANLEY No. 604 1/2C BEDROCK Smooth Plane Type 11 circa 1942-43 NEAR MINT! – 88276.

Why are some hand plane corrugated?





Corrugated soles on vintage planes are easier to flatten because there is less metal to remove. So if you have an old sole that needs work, corrugations are a plus. 2. The corrugations hold paraffin or wax.

What do the numbers mean on Stanley planes?

The numbers 1 to 8 simply refer to different lengths of plane with #1 being (very) short and #8 being pretty long. After #8 the system of numbering gets as weird as some of the specialised planes the numbers go with.

When did Stanley stop making planes in USA?

He moved there to produce Victor and Defiance planes and tools. However, in 1880, Stanley took over as the sole agent for Bailey’s Victor planes. After a series of patent infringement suits and charges of industrial espionage, Stanley bought the entire Victor production facility in 1884 and then discontinued the line.

Who makes Stanley planes?

Stanley Black & Decker



It is a division of Stanley Black & Decker, following the merger of The Stanley Works with Black & Decker in March 2010.

Are Stanley planes made in China?

Cohen cites the example of Stanley Black & Decker. Although the world’s largest tool company has a manufacturing footprint in North America and Europe, the vast majority of its manufacturing has been in China.

Where are Stanley planes manufactured?

Stanley Bench Planes Made in the USA.

Is Stanley an Israeli company?



Stanley Black & Decker is a U.S. manufacturer of industrial tools, hardware, and storage solutions. Among the company’s brands are Stanley, BLACK+DECKER, and Dewalt.

Does Stanley own DeWalt?

Yes, Craftsman and DeWalt are Owned by Stanley Black & Decker. Stanley Black & Decker (SBD) turned heads when it bought Craftsman Tools in 2017 after Sears closed 235 stores in 2015. The company owns many brands, however.

When did Stanley buy DeWalt?

2009: On November 2, Stanley announced a merger with Black & Decker and DeWalt tools. The merger was completed on March 12, 2010.

What companies do Stanley own?

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  • STANLEY. Visit the site.
  • DEWALT. Visit the site.
  • Black & Decker. Visit the site.
  • Craftsman. Visit the site.
  • Irwin. Visit the site.
  • Porter Cable. Visit the site.
  • Facom. Visit the site.
  • Lenox. Visit the site.

Did Black and Decker buy Stanley?



The deal is expected to close in the first half of next year. Under the terms of the agreement, Stanley shareholders will own about 50.5 percent of the combined company, while Black & Decker investors will hold about 49.5 percent. The board will consist of Stanley’s nine directors and six from Black & Decker.