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 Stanley Rule & Level Co
Plow & Combination Planes

Stanley tried a few different designs of metal bodied combination & plow planes before settling down and going with the #45 / 55 series of planes they are so well known for.  This series of planes would also include the skew cut #46 & 47 models.  The Millers Patent line of woodworking planes including the #41- #44 were introduced in 1870, and phased out in the 1890's.   To learn all the history about the different models and types of # 45 & 55 planes one would ever need to know I recommend the great guide written and published by Dave Heckle past president of MWTCA.   The Millers Patent line of Stanley planes is discussed in length in Roger Smiths works on the subject. 



Stanley Millers Patent #41 Plow Plane w/ Fillister BedStanley Millers Patent #41 Plow Plane w/ Fillister Bed   The Stanley Millers Patent line of  Combination Plow and Fillister planes is one of the most graphic, good looking, and sought after of all patented manufactured woodworking planes.  First introduced in 1870 this line of planes was offered by Stanley for less than 30 years before being phased out in favor of the more popular and versatile Stanley #45 / 55 series of planes.  

This is a #41 iron plow plane w/ fillister bed.  It is proper the way it is shown with both a straight and wrap around fence.  The fences are missing 3 out of 4 screws.    The #41 came equipped with a Fillister Bed, and iron wrap around fence.  The #43 is the same basic plane without these.   These planes originally came with 9 cutters, but are usually only found with 1 cutter as this one has.   The condition is very nice with no pitting or rust.  This is a nice example of this very beautiful and highly desirable and collectible plane.   A winner that belongs on the top shelf of every serious tool collection.      

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SHB-41-1

Good +  . . . . . . $995.00

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Stanley #46 Skew Plow / Dado Plane w/ 5 Cutters in BoxStanley #46 Skew Plow / Dado Plane w/ 5 Cutters in Box  This later example of Stanley #46 skew cut combination plow, Dado, Fillister plane has the 5 cutters and box for a #47.  The characteristics seem to be all #46 after that though . 

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DP-46-5C

Fine . . . . . . $295.00

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Stanley # 55 Multi / Combination Plane in Original Low BoxStanley # 55 Multi / Combination Plane in Original Low Box  This Stanley # 55 combination plane is in super condition and looks to have seen little or no use.  It is a sweetheart era plane dating from approx 1925 thru 1935 and the later style sweetheart logo is on the skate of the main body.  The nickel plating on the main body, fences and other body part is 98% or better. There is just minor traces of storage rust in the corners where the skate meets the body. The box is OK. There is some minor  wear to the corners and covering but overall it is nice.

This Stanley 55 has the auxiliary tower, both sets of rods, the cam, slitter, original screwdriver, nickers etc. There is no instruction manual, but I have them listed separately on the books page if you do not want to download and print your own from the internet.  The 54 cutters are housed in the 4 row box.   The cardboard cover looks great, but the end flaps are missing.  The cutters themselves are near mint and show no signs of ever having been used or sharpened ..

A super nice Stanley # 55 combination plane in the original box with all original parts. These planes are becoming ever more difficult to find in this nice condition.  Use it or display it.     Highly recommended.

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BM-55LYB

Excellent . . . . . . $750.00

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Stanley # 55 Combination Multi Plane w/ 4 Boxes of CuttersStanley # 55 Combination Multi Plane w/ 4 Boxes of Cutters  Be sure to look at all the pics!!  What youStanley #55 see is what you get.  This 55 has all 4 of its boxes of cutters.  They are in very nice condition.    The logo on the skate would date it from near the turn of the century. There is well over 90% of the original nickel plating and overall the condition of the plane is fine.  There is no damage, but there are a few missing / minor parts.    The tower is present, but the bottom shoe is missing.  It also only has the long rods.   Thee is no cam or instructions.  There is no outside original box.  A nice plane in very nice condition that will make for a great user at a great price.    

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SD-55W4BXC

Good + . . . . . . $475.00      SALE PRICE  . . . . . $450.00

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Stanley # 55 Universal Combination PlaneStanley # 55 Universal Combination Plane  This Stanley # 55 combination plane is in  nice condition.   You get what you see.   There is only the long rods, and there is no screwdriver or instructions.  Also the shoe off the tower is missing.  No cam either.  The good news is that with about 100 in parts this will be a nice complete plane. And you do not need them to start making shavings.  This 55 is priced below retail for what you get.  A good usable plane priced to sell. 

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DP-55NBWC

Good+ . . . . . . $375.00

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Stanley # 55 Universal Combination PlaneStanley # 55 Universal Combination Plane  This Stanley # 55 combination plane is in very nice,  little used condition.  It has the rectangle logo dating it from after1935. The nickel plating on the main body, fences and other body part is 95% or better. There is no major rust or pitting.   There are just a few spots of shelf rust / storage rust in the corners where the skate meets the body.   It will clean to be fine. This auxiliary tower is missing as are the short rods.   What is here is in really nice condition overall.   This is a nice Stanley # 55  combination plane.   These planes can turn out some beautiful work in the hands of a skilled operator and this example will make a great user.  If you have the cutters, look no further for a nice plane.

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SD-55NB

Good+ . . . . . . $295.00

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Stanley # 45 Multi Planes 


Stanley #45 Combination Plane




Stanley # 45 Multi PlaneStanley # 45 Multi Plane  What you see is what you get.  The collector bought every one he saw and it made no difference to him if it had cutters or parts were missing, he just had to have it.  This Stanley # 45 is in nice overall condition.  It looks like the front knob came off something else.    A nice 45 that will make a great user. 

CYN-45J2

Good . . . . . . $65.00      SALE PRICE  . . . . . $50.00

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