Author: Don

I've been finding, restoring and collecting hand planes for over 10 years. It started with a few and just grew. I love the history, the research and writing what I find.

Sargent Bench Plane Sizes

January 31, 2016June 10, 2024 Don

Here are the Sargent bench plane sizes. Along with the Stanley equivalent sizes. This includes blade width. Also shows size comparisons between models (I’ve posted […]

G Davies Infill Plane Restoration

January 30, 2016December 31, 2020 Don

This plane weighs in at 3# 13oz It is 2 58″ wide. The base is 7 3/4″ long and 9 3/8″ with the tote overhang […]

S. Biggin & Sons Backsaw Restore

January 28, 2016April 28, 2016 Don

So here is the before of the S. Biggin & Sons – Sheffield Backsaw I picked up for next to nothing. So far all I […]

A couple more restores

January 28, 2016April 28, 2016 Don

This is a Warranted Superior 26” 4 tpi Rip. All are basic restores. Soak in evapo-rust. Wire-brush, sand and polish. All handles were sanded down […]

E M Boynton rip restored

January 28, 2016April 28, 2016 Don

So, this sad looking piece of machinery was in my chest of stuff. It was calling out my name in hopes of a new future. […]

My Disston 70

January 28, 2016April 28, 2016 Don

For information on Disston see http://www.disstonianinstitute.com/ I hit a few flee markets today and I’ve been looking for a dovetail saw. On the way I […]