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Stanley 2 smoothing plane

offered 1867 - 1961

value A$ 350 

corrugated sole  A$ 500

ca 7" long with  a 1 5/8" cutter      

Premiums paid for corrugated sole and the extra long, 8 inch model from the last production.

Markings: most models are marked No 2 on the toe. There are no patent markings in the bed. There is no frog adjuster screw.

Problem areas: Overhang under handle often missing or repaired.  Chipped or enlarged mouth, bruised adjuster screw, incorrect lever cap, incorrect front knob or handle, repainted beds, custom made corrugation. Lever caps: just because they fit doesn't mean they're original. They could be filed down # 3 caps. Turn it over and check. It's easy to overlook. I recently sold one of them on my web site without checking. Pretty embarrassing for a hot shot tool dealer!

Re-paints: Stanley planes have black japanning as their original finish. Despite claims to the contrary, this is not a finish that your average backyard operator can fake. They keep on trying anyway. Look out for uneven finishes or shiny surfaces if you want to collect tools in original condition.

more on repaints see 4

Early model with Pat 92 on cutter and blank lever cap.

original corrugation.

Fakes usually are not this even.

low knob and tall knob comparison