I bought a new old plane

4/19/05, 2:52 PM #1

Chad Boehlke
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I bought a new old plane

Chad Boehlke

>I don't find them often in Nebraska, but I picked up a old wood/metal combo plane. It is very odd. The lever cap is a screw, but the adjustment is a lever that moves up/down to move the blade up/down. The iron has "Butcher" which I know makes blades, but what type is it? I can't find it in any books? I did not put a photo of it, but if someone wants a photo, then I can put it on.

It is in great shape with 90% of its paint, the handle had to be glued back (most old planes do) thank you for your input. Chad Boehlke, On the Platte River in Nebraska

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4/19/05, 3:30 PM #2

Frank Mutchler in Colorado Springs
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Picture, please ;>)

Frank Mutchler in Colorado Springs

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4/19/05, 5:54 PM #3

Dan Donaldson
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Dan Donaldson

>I know that at least some of the Stanley transitionals had a lever to adjust the blade up and down. You might want to check Blood and Gore to see if you can see a picture of it.

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

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4/19/05, 6:13 PM #4

Ernie Miller
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Pictures we want pictures!

Ernie Miller Topeka

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4/19/05, 9:16 PM #5

Todd O. Cronkhite Maine Native in FL. Exile :~(
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Re: Pictures we want pictures!

Todd O. Cronkhite Maine Native in FL. Exile :~(

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I bought a new old plane

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