A Vintage Stanley No. 4 1/2 Bench Smoothing Plane
This lot is a vintage Stanley No. 4 1/2 bench smoothing plane, a traditional hand tool of the kind used by woodworkers to flatten and finish timber surfaces. The plane is offered as a single lot and forms an appealing item for those interested in classic hand tools and woodworking heritage.
The plane has a cast iron body with a dark wooden tote and a matching wooden knob at the front. The blade assembly and lever cap are visible on the top of the body. The No. 4 1/2 is a smoothing plane in the Stanley bench plane range, and its wider sole gives a larger bearing surface for flattening boards.
Condition and Collector Interest
The overall condition of the plane is consistent with its age, and the cast body and wooden handles show the general character expected of a vintage tool. Details of the blade, mechanism and any original fittings are not described further in this entry, so prospective buyers are encouraged to view the lot in person or contact the auction house with any specific questions before bidding. Vintage Stanley planes such as this No. 4 1/2 are sought after by woodworkers, restorers and collectors of antique tools.
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