#block planes

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One thing to note about older planes like this one. Notice the cracks in the woo block. Do not expect the bottom of the block to be level. I will work on it later as it will require special sanding to make that happen. For now I’m concentrating on bringing it’s beauty back.

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Stanley Handyman 1205 Bench Plane!

My Uncle spent the past couple weeks sorting and cleaning through his workshop stuff and came across a vintage Stanley Handyman that his father had given him.  It was plane to see.. (ha ha) that my Uncle had taken very good care of it and it was in excellent and useable shape.  Knowing my love for hand tools he gave it to me on the premise that I would appreciate it more and do it justice!  While I still have some sole work to do on this over time I did manage to get it true and bench ready with just a few hours of TLC and I am quite happy with it!

For those not into planes it’s important to note that the Stanley name has quite a sordid past as it relates to opinions of quality.  The handyman name is somewhat considered the point where Stanley began to sacrifice quality in efforts to become more of a value name.  Regardless in my honest opinion I believe that in the hands of a passionate crafter any tool can create well.  The H1205 is no exception and after some sharpening and setting it shaves quite comfortably the 14″ length and heavier weight (noted by the “H” in the model number) make it a joy for me to use.  A bit on the model, Stanley has always been one for interesting model numbers, consider the H1205 as a heavy #5 block plane.

So here we go with some shots!  Unfortunately I did not have a matching dark blue but was still able to get some fresh paint on the handles this will darken when I get some poly on it later.  As stated before the sole still needs some more attention but she’s in great useable condition for now and I’ll work the sole again at a later time when I decide to do one of my weekend tool dress/sharpen/true runs.  I’m always excited to get and use a new hand tool and this guy is no exception, he’ll be happy on the shelf next to my other so called “antiques” that I still use and use often.

    All in all a good Sunday project!

Another Plane Cleanup Stanley Handyman 1205 Bench Plane! My Uncle spent the past couple weeks sorting and cleaning through his workshop stuff and came across a vintage Stanley Handyman that his father had given him.