I love the fact that you left it bare metal and polished the edges. The brass shows that it was a quality tool and really makes it pleasing to the eye. There is no reason your grand and great grand children shouldn't be useing your restored tools. I love the videos and thank you!
Another piece of a great America that got into the right hands to be restored and used. Cody, I wish I could've gotten my Granddad's old tools. He had many great pieces of tools from his day, sadly he passed in 2001 and whats even worse is that a family feud kept me from even asking to have his tools. I would love to have one of those planes and restore, use and pass onto my children. Thank you for having the passion to want and restore tools from our past and keeping the spirit of once was alive.
I think what you said about why you enjoy these tools is spot on for me as well. I couldn't put my finger on why I liked all these old tools and antiques so much, but I think you have hit the nail right on the head. Thanks again for all your work in producing these vids.
Those were beautiful words Cody. Inspiring and insightful. I bought my first set of files today. Nothing fancy but they'll get me started. Next week maybe some chisels. The next who knows. I'm building up my tools a little at time so when I need them I will have them. I will be prepared. Watching your videos is reminding me of what is important. As a man and as a Christian. Thank you so much and I wish so many more blessings to you and your family.
Cody I just want you to know that this on going series on woodworking stuff has really inspired me. I used power tools before, but I went out & bought some old planes & things from antique stores & sales & got some from my dad & grandfather. I am just so excited to really start working with them, I need to build a bench first. I'm 18 & I am just so happy to do something other than play games all day & do real woodworking, not just making (although that's not bad).
I know the feeling. Just earlier today I was hand planing down a maple plank no more than five feet away from a jointer/planer. Power tools are dad and precise, but it just isn't the same
Ltifone2014 There's just something that doesn't feel nearly as fun or nice when you have to put on ear protection, eye protection, & a face mask while pushing something through a machine. the end reward is what's worth it for that kind of stuff, but I don't even make stuff that does make it worth it. :( With hand tools, I don't need ~$3000 of equipment, just some old restored carpentry stuff & I'm set (more or less)
Ltifone2014 Yea there are things that are simply better done or are more practical w/ power tool. What surprises me is how there are other things that are actually faster doing it by hand
Daffy, I'm happy you are into woodworking ! Seems like everybody's grandfather or father ( or both ) did woodworking !! I loved it until this damn arthritis and fibro took over my hands and fingers. Hope you are ABLE to continue word working !!
Cody, your words toward the end of the video were very impactful. I appreciate the time you took to restore this plane and your time to share your wise words. We need more of this attitude and approach to save our very sick world. All the best from Australia, Tom
I love bringing back to life old tools. I have a hand plane i bought on ebay a few years ago in the UK. It's an American made jack plane that I managed to date to around 1903! It still has the owners initials on the tote and looks to have been a used a lot. I often wonder about it's history, who owned it and what it was used to make. Love these tool restoration videos, keep it up.
I've been watching your videos for a couple of months now and when your not uploading new material I'm catching up on older videos and I just want you to keep up the great work I love your showmanship in your work and the way you shoot your videos !
I loved your monologue on the appreciation of old things. Your words encapsulated everything I feel about our past and present. What is viewed by many as useless hunks of rusty steel today, was someones most treasured, beautiful, and useful item in the past. For many it's hard to appreciate something like an old block plane because unfortunately in this age of automation and hands off machines people don't get to see how the things they use everyday are made. Thank you for the education and inspiration you provide.
Well said at the end with your closing thought about "tied to the land". Some of the furniture in my home was built by me by the tools in my shop. I have joy each time I see and use those pieces.
I really enjoy these videos, Cody. Interesting to see the quality of these old tools compared to what is produced these days. I happen to have a few old Stanley planes and a number 3 record from way back. Being a retired carpenter I still use them when doing jobs around the house. Keep up the good work. Love your channel.
I was just the 1,000th like! Thanks for the inspiration to go through my Grandpa' tools. I never met him; he died eight years before I was born, but I have the tool box he built out of four old oak table leaves over 100 years ago. My Dad used to sit down with me when I was little and go through it and have me guess what the various tools were used for. I haven't been in it in years, but after seeing this, I plan to go through it this weekend. Thanks again.
That's a sharp plane! Love seeing the thin shavings. I remember seeing carpenters using hand planes and saws while building a church in the late 50's. These men all wore all white pants, shirts and caps and had white canvas tool belts tied around their waists. They hand fitted every piece of wood and used their planes to do the final touch up where needed. The end product was always solid and beautifully crafted.
I wish this video came out a couple of years ago. When my grandpa passed away all his old tools were sold in a garage sale. Its something i have come to regret
What is it about watching these videos that makes them so relaxing and enjoyable? I actually save them up for a quiet moment to savour and relish ... If I could bottle the sensation I'm confident I'd sell more than of it that all the fizzy drinks and adult pop in the world!
The plane need to be under tession when you go to flaten the bottom of the sole. Paul Sellers has a vid on how he sharpens his plans if your interested.
This is a great video I have my great grandpas and my grandpas tools. My dad is a carpenter so will someday have all of his tools to ad to the collection of my tools.
Thanks for the video. I was doubtful about the media blasting until I saw how well everything came up and how quickly you were able to flatten the sole back to a shiny surface. Nice result.
Yes Cody, on low angle planes the bevel is up and on standard bench planes the bevel is down. On low angle planes, the bevel angle is more important because it is slicing and cutting instead of high angle where its more important to have a flat back but the bevel doesnt really matter. Hope this helps
The blade grind was right for that plane along with a lot of small low angle planes. Lovely restoration, it's such great way to be. A lot of people like to buy expensive brand new tools, and not of great quality. As you've shown there's no need. I restored my grandfathers no90 bullnose plane, it's 80years old and it's the best one I have, new ones just don't compare. All the best;)
That is the best yet Cody, simple but beautiful.. From a bygone era where quality sold items.. And from old hands to younger ones the tools live on...;)
I love that your old contents what you maket then!! Peaceful and Make good feeling watch this! I hope you feels peace in your mind like then! I wish everything good for you Mr,Graftsman!
I have always felt that if you are restoring something for yourself make it what you want, if you are restoring to sell well then that might be a different story. I like the look of the finished product.
Thanks for yet another great video, I really, really liked it! This sunday I'm going to see my grandparents and my granddad is 94 years old. He has boxes and boxes full of fasteners, nuts, bolt etc just like I've seen on soo many of your videos, and alot of tools. This sunday I'm gonna make sure I get out to his shop just to enjoy it all. I can only hope that I one day can inherit some of it and keep it "alive", I would probably be the only one interested in my family. If it wasn't for your videos, I would'nt be reminded about the value of such things enough, thanks again! (I'm Swedish btw so the english might be a bit bad!)
Great video ! I really like those restorations, and where i live, in France, at least in my family, we really try to keep those tools in great condition. I appreciate this video length, not that long and really enjoyable ! Renaud
I had 3 shop teachers and 1 industrial arts instructor. the difference was, the IA creep used to spew stuff at us like "look at this old saw handle! It is NO MORE comfortable upside down than right side up! JUNK!" Little did I know he was a stooge for the local hardware store, (part time). Our shop teachers taught us how to care for and preserve tools as well as how to use them. My dad showed me how to use all the very old tools we collected. I think if it weren't for youtube, nobody would appreciate anything more than 5 or 6 years old! Ironic something so new could help salve something so old huh?
I liked your channel but how you opened up and told every hater or know-it-all what it is. nothing but the truth and because of that you have earn my subscription.
Sometimes i get so sad when watching your videos, oh my God. I live in Romania and altough we do see a lot of vintage tools(and i restored a few) they don t come close to what you guys have in the States. I envy you when i see what nice tools you have. Best of luck...
Yes, block planes are bevel up. You want to knock off the corners of the iron though. It will leave tracks if it is straight with sharp corners.. Those knuckle cap block planes are about the nicest of the bunch. They are so comfortable to use. Newer ones had a lateral adjuster but it doesn't make much difference. Don't feel bad about taking it down to metal, the chrome and japanning were dog meat.
***** For a regular block plane I do a bit of a camber on the blade (very large radius) but on a low angle that will be mainly doing endgrain, a straight blade is more appropriate.
Roy Poud However you get there, it works out the same. When you are taking off a few thousandths of an inch, it doesn't take much to relieve the edge so it doesn't leave sharp tracks.
Hi Cody, I actually went over block planes in my carpentry course today! To my understanding the block plane's iron is placed bevel-up to allow its lower bedding angle plus the bevel angle to be close to the regular bench plane angle where the iron meets the wood. For example a 25° bevel + a 22.5° bedding angle (or 12° for a low angle block plane) = 47.5° which is close to the usual 45° combined angle you get with a bench plane.
They don't make 'em like that anymore. What a beauty to behold. Well done sir. There was a bit of a noch on the slot in the sole where the iron come through. Was that like that or did that happen in the cabinet? Will that affect how it works? My dad was a plumber by trade, but he could do carpentry and masonry; Fix the car (mechanic) , all sorts of stuff. I was a bit rambunctious, and for all his skills, he didn't have the patience to teach me. These videos are a treasure, and I thank you for them.
On my Stanley 60 1/2 it points up and on my 65 it points straight out. If yours points down then it must have been bent, perhaps when dropped. You are correct the pin has to fit in the hole. You can chose whether to bend the tang out or leave if it is fully functional. Great plane and great project
You know I think some of what you said was true. There were some excellent things built in the past but it's unfair to deny the people of the more modern eras the credit they deserve. The whole reason we are able to produce things the way they are produced today is hard work. Yes maybe they worked hard then so they wouldn't have to in the future but it was still hard work. The modern materials and high tech machines are all products of great minds. The people of the past were able to solve problems. Today we no longer have to deal with these problems, we can look beyond. The foundation has been set for us to achieve what was thought to be the impossible. Also don't think that the craftsmanship of the past is gone. These sorts of tools are still being produced by passionate people who struggle to compete with the convince offered by modern methods. I am a 17 year old boy and I'm tired of hearing about how lazy my generation is. I know that I along with my peers will do incredible things for the betterment of humanity.
Wrangler star, you are fun to watch. you are like an adult "Mr. Rodgers show". You are entertaining, educational, and should be proud of your accomplishments. God bless you and your family and thanks for all your videos. You are living the true american dream.
Block planes bevel up, bench planes bevel down. Originally japan black and nickel plate to keep corrosion at bay. I paint the body with rustolium satin black if the japaning is gone, a decent alternative if your restoring your tool as a worker. Thanks for the post, I love to see tools returned to service.
Love the restoration. I can't wait to see that put to good use! (also for long term storage of tools, Mineral Oil works great. Since Ballistol contains solvents (alkaline salts from oleic acid and Benzyl Acetate) , it may damage softer metals such as copper, chrome and brass finishes over time. The main oil in Ballistol is Mineral oil anyway. :) Thank you again for another great restoration video.
I Iove old planes. I have one passed down from my great grandfather that he used to carry on repairs to homes. My dad has one from his great grandfather. I just bought a #4 smoothing plane today that I hope to pass onto my kids someday. I am 14.
Regarding the low angle blade with bevel up (proper) orientation and adjustable throat. These are most useful for end grain and highly figured wood with swirling grain patterns. The low angle bedding with bevel up gives an approximate 37 degree cutting angle versus approx 45 for softwood face grain planing to 55-60 for hardwood face grain planing. This style of plane, with a super sharp blade and a shooting board is fantastic for really getting those miter joints perfectly tight and is one for great old time techniques for perfectly fitting joints of many types.
Yeah they do have the bevel up, I restored a very similar Stanley low angle plane after watching your first plane videos. My plane has a slightly different lock down mechanism though. I have a no.5 & no.4.5 I'm working on at the moment they have been painted but they need to be flattened and sharpened, that tool looks great though.
I enjoy your tool restoration videos. I too, like the older tools of long ago. I have a few of my own collection and I, like yourself, am always looking to add to it. I have a Parplus wood plane I'll be showing you. Thank you for posting and God bless.
Oh so very true. My antique planes, are amazing. It's simply awesome working with a 120 year old tool, and knowing it's just going to work. Unlike my phone, which can be problematic...
Cody, great video as always. I recently restored the same 65 as this. I believe the front knob may actually be nickel plated given the brass. Maybe a fun process to restore.
Low angle planes of all types are designed to run with the bevel up. In fact, the angle in which the cutting edge engages the wood is nearly identical. The strength of the low angle plane comes from how the line of force is closer to being parallel with the wood.
Block planes are always bevel up. If the bed angle is 12 degrees and the bevel angle on the blade is 25 degrees, this adds up to a cutting angle of 37 degrees, which makes it a low angle plane, since that is less than the normal cutting angle of a bench plane, which is 45 degrees. On a bench plane, the bevel is down, and thus the bevel angle doesn't add up towards the cutting angle, which is then simply equal to the bed angle. There are also block planes with a 20 degree bed angle, which gives them a total cutting angle of 45 degrees, just like a bench plane. They're still block planes, just not low angle block planes - I actually think these are more common. The low angle planes are especially suited to planing end grain, either to square up cross cut on a shooting board or to plane dovetails flush after assembling them. You should be aware - and it is very comforting to know - that planes and other hand tools of this quality and even better are still being made today by companies like Lie-Nielsen (USA), Lee Valley (Canada) or Clifton (UK). They may appear to be very expensive at first, but compared to an average craftsman's income, they cost about the same as the high end Stanleys did back in the day. They are not over-priced for professional quality tools.
Nice video Cody. I would have like to see you do some of the work you spoke of, but its all good. Just an FYI, block planes excell at working end grain. You can do a lot with a block plane all the same though. Also good for working down a small spot on a rough cut plank to get a look at the grain. Let's you know if that's the piece of wood you want for the project your building. Not quite so good at flattening a board, but useful to have in your tool box.
My woodworking mentors had me sand the sole of my plane with a quite rough grit sandpaper, 120 or so. It made them slide much more easily on the wood since less surface area was actually making contact. I was surprised with the difference.
the bevel up type planes will cut end grain and gnarly areas on wood. The angle of the plane blade is usually around 30 - 35 degrees vs the 45 degree angle of the standard plane.
History is our way that we live before And I think the old days were more respectable than current days I love antiques they show how simple life was compared to today. Also thing made to day don't last like things made years ago I love old tools
Nice job, although I do things a bit less aggressively to preserve the original japanning. I actually wanted to say "very nicely said" in regard to your philosophical commentary about our heritage and why it's so deeply satisfying to restore this era of tools. Thanks for that.
Cody something you may want to look into is "Japanning" the plane. Aka that is the black substance that goes on the inside of the planes. I can't say exactly why they used this substance but if you plan on restoring many planes you may want to look into it. For some reason it is just the best substance seal off the cast parts of the back of the plane. its some type of tar sealant. Also check out some of the Lie Neilson demonstrations of a bevel up jack plane and the differences, it may answer some of your questions. I tried to find a video for you that would explain it better but I failed. As a note you want different angles for the blade depending on what type of wood you are working on. Some people would rather have a bevel up jack plane and simply grind multiple blades to different angles to achieve different angles. To do this on a bevel down plane you would have to literally change out the whole frog, which you can do on many of the planes today from 45 deg to 65 deg if I am not mistaken. I hope this helps you a bit.
I love seeing how everything is removable and nothing is riveted in place because it gives you that option to replace the part and not have to buy a new one, nothing like Products today, this is a proper American product
I love old things. Almost everything I own is 30+ years old. Things nowadays have been cheapened up to the point that there is no quality left. My old stuff eventually wears out and needs refurbished, but it rarely breaks. The new stuff just plain breaks. I especially cannot stand all of the plastic crap nowadays. The old stuff just plain works.
When you adjust that plane, always be aware of the backlash in the system. Always adjust in a way that drives the blade towards the front of the tool. If you need a lighter cut, move the iron back more than needed, then finish by moving the iron forward. If you don't do this, the iron will move back because of vibration and the force of the cut and not hold the adjustment.
I love the fact that you left it bare metal and polished the edges. The brass shows that it was a quality tool and really makes it pleasing to the eye. There is no reason your grand and great grand children shouldn't be useing your restored tools.
I love the videos and thank you!
Another piece of a great America that got into the right hands to be restored and used. Cody, I wish I could've gotten my Granddad's old tools. He had many great pieces of tools from his day, sadly he passed in 2001 and whats even worse is that a family feud kept me from even asking to have his tools. I would love to have one of those planes and restore, use and pass onto my children. Thank you for having the passion to want and restore tools from our past and keeping the spirit of once was alive.
I think what you said about why you enjoy these tools is spot on for me as well. I couldn't put my finger on why I liked all these old tools and antiques so much, but I think you have hit the nail right on the head.
Thanks again for all your work in producing these vids.
Those were beautiful words Cody. Inspiring and insightful. I bought my first set of files today. Nothing fancy but they'll get me started. Next week maybe some chisels. The next who knows. I'm building up my tools a little at time so when I need them I will have them. I will be prepared. Watching your videos is reminding me of what is important. As a man and as a Christian. Thank you so much and I wish so many more blessings to you and your family.
Cody I just want you to know that this on going series on woodworking stuff has really inspired me. I used power tools before, but I went out & bought some old planes & things from antique stores & sales & got some from my dad & grandfather. I am just so excited to really start working with them, I need to build a bench first. I'm 18 & I am just so happy to do something other than play games all day & do real woodworking, not just making (although that's not bad).
I know the feeling. Just earlier today I was hand planing down a maple plank no more than five feet away from a jointer/planer. Power tools are dad and precise, but it just isn't the same
Ltifone2014 There's just something that doesn't feel nearly as fun or nice when you have to put on ear protection, eye protection, & a face mask while pushing something through a machine. the end reward is what's worth it for that kind of stuff, but I don't even make stuff that does make it worth it. :( With hand tools, I don't need ~$3000 of equipment, just some old restored carpentry stuff & I'm set (more or less)
though i agree 100%, you just cant beet a router
Ltifone2014 Yea there are things that are simply better done or are more practical w/ power tool. What surprises me is how there are other things that are actually faster doing it by hand
Daffy, I'm happy you are into woodworking ! Seems like everybody's grandfather or father ( or both ) did woodworking !! I loved it until this damn arthritis and fibro took over my hands and fingers. Hope you are ABLE to continue word working !!
Cody, your words toward the end of the video were very impactful. I appreciate the time you took to restore this plane and your time to share your wise words. We need more of this attitude and approach to save our very sick world. All the best from Australia, Tom
I love bringing back to life old tools. I have a hand plane i bought on ebay a few years ago in the UK. It's an American made jack plane that I managed to date to around 1903! It still has the owners initials on the tote and looks to have been a used a lot. I often wonder about it's history, who owned it and what it was used to make. Love these tool restoration videos, keep it up.
Great message at the end... I love my grand parents and their eras tools... grandpa still has 'em
I've been watching your videos for a couple of months now and when your not uploading new material I'm catching up on older videos and I just want you to keep up the great work I love your showmanship in your work and the way you shoot your videos !
This was a beautiful restoration. Every single video gives me more appreciation for my ancestors and the way things used to be.
Love hearing the crackle of the fire in the background and just watching these tools come back to life. Keep skinning cats my man!
I loved your monologue on the appreciation of old things. Your words encapsulated everything I feel about our past and present. What is viewed by many as useless hunks of rusty steel today, was someones most treasured, beautiful, and useful item in the past. For many it's hard to appreciate something like an old block plane because unfortunately in this age of automation and hands off machines people don't get to see how the things they use everyday are made. Thank you for the education and inspiration you provide.
Well said at the end with your closing thought about "tied to the land".
Some of the furniture in my home was built by me by the tools in my shop. I have joy each time I see and use those pieces.
Cody you are truly a simple man, it does not take a lot to make you happy and that warms my heart. I wish more people where like you!!1
A gorgeous little tool redeemed with love. Now that is a story worth showing!
Your humble demeanor is refreshing. I always enjoy watching your videos. Thank you sir.
I really enjoy these videos, Cody. Interesting to see the quality of these old tools compared to what is produced these days. I happen to have a few old Stanley planes and a number 3 record from way back. Being a retired carpenter I still use them when doing jobs around the house. Keep up the good work. Love your channel.
I was just the 1,000th like! Thanks for the inspiration to go through my Grandpa' tools. I never met him; he died eight years before I was born, but I have the tool box he built out of four old oak table leaves over 100 years ago. My Dad used to sit down with me when I was little and go through it and have me guess what the various tools were used for. I haven't been in it in years, but after seeing this, I plan to go through it this weekend. Thanks again.
That's a sharp plane! Love seeing the thin shavings. I remember seeing carpenters using hand planes and saws while building a church in the late 50's. These men all wore all white pants, shirts and caps and had white canvas tool belts tied around their waists. They hand fitted every piece of wood and used their planes to do the final touch up where needed. The end product was always solid and beautifully crafted.
I wish this video came out a couple of years ago. When my grandpa passed away all his old tools were sold in a garage sale. Its something i have come to regret
What is it about watching these videos that makes them so relaxing and enjoyable? I actually save them up for a quiet moment to savour and relish ... If I could bottle the sensation I'm confident I'd sell more than of it that all the fizzy drinks and adult pop in the world!
The plane need to be under tession when you go to flaten the bottom of the sole. Paul Sellers has a vid on how he sharpens his plans if your interested.
i love your enthusiasm. I restored a number 7 and it is so exciting to do.
This is a great video I have my great grandpas and my grandpas tools. My dad is a carpenter so will someday have all of his tools to ad to the collection of my tools.
Thanks for the video. I was doubtful about the media blasting until I saw how well everything came up and how quickly you were able to flatten the sole back to a shiny surface. Nice result.
Yes Cody, on low angle planes the bevel is up and on standard bench planes the bevel is down. On low angle planes, the bevel angle is more important because it is slicing and cutting instead of high angle where its more important to have a flat back but the bevel doesnt really matter. Hope this helps
Turned out great! I love the old tool restoration videos.
I like the new trend of part one and two in one day! It happened on at least two recent projects.
The blade grind was right for that plane along with a lot of small low angle planes. Lovely restoration, it's such great way to be. A lot of people like to buy expensive brand new tools, and not of great quality. As you've shown there's no need. I restored my grandfathers no90 bullnose plane, it's 80years old and it's the best one I have, new ones just don't compare. All the best;)
That is the best yet Cody, simple but beautiful..
From a bygone era where quality sold items.. And from old hands to younger ones the tools live on...;)
I love that your old contents what you maket then!! Peaceful and Make good feeling watch this! I hope you feels peace in your mind like then! I wish everything good for you Mr,Graftsman!
Savage Nation! Borders, Language, and Culture. Thanks for being a role model and inspiration Cody.
You can get walnut shells for media blasting too. Works great, and less pitting in the surface of the workpiece.
I had to pull out my block plane and work while watching. Its older and not as high quality but in decent shape still. Yours turned out beautiful.
Love these projects. You do such a wonderful job of telling the story behind the tool. It's a gift of yours really. Keep it up!
I have always felt that if you are restoring something for yourself make it what you want, if you are restoring to sell well then that might be a different story. I like the look of the finished product.
You Sir, are the Mr. Rogers of woodworking tools...
Thanks for yet another great video, I really, really liked it! This sunday I'm going to see my grandparents and my granddad is 94 years old. He has boxes and boxes full of fasteners, nuts, bolt etc just like I've seen on soo many of your videos, and alot of tools. This sunday I'm gonna make sure I get out to his shop just to enjoy it all. I can only hope that I one day can inherit some of it and keep it "alive", I would probably be the only one interested in my family. If it wasn't for your videos, I would'nt be reminded about the value of such things enough, thanks again! (I'm Swedish btw so the english might be a bit bad!)
"...So what do you think... how do you think that turned out?" - Beautiful! It turned out really nice(ly).
It's a treasure.
Your production is getting really outstanding.
Great job. I usually don't like the long videos but yours keep me with ya. They just don't seem to be that long.
I've found a couple of old Millers Falls block planes at yard sales and they work great!
It's very satisfying to save these great old tools that have already provided a lifetime of service so they may serve again. Excellent work?
Great video ! I really like those restorations, and where i live, in France, at least in my family, we really try to keep those tools in great condition. I appreciate this video length, not that long and really enjoyable !
Renaud
I had 3 shop teachers and 1 industrial arts instructor. the difference was, the IA creep used to spew stuff at us like "look at this old saw handle! It is NO MORE comfortable upside down than right side up! JUNK!" Little did I know he was a stooge for the local hardware store, (part time). Our shop teachers taught us how to care for and preserve tools as well as how to use them. My dad showed me how to use all the very old tools we collected. I think if it weren't for youtube, nobody would appreciate anything more than 5 or 6 years old! Ironic something so new could help salve something so old huh?
I liked your channel but how you opened up and told every hater or know-it-all what it is. nothing but the truth and because of that you have earn my subscription.
Sometimes i get so sad when watching your videos, oh my God. I live in Romania and altough we do see a lot of vintage tools(and i restored a few) they don t come close to what you guys have in the States. I envy you when i see what nice tools you have. Best of luck...
Beautiful tool, awesome restoration,thanks for sharing this!
You did that tool justice. Great job.
Yes, block planes are bevel up. You want to knock off the corners of the iron though. It will leave tracks if it is straight with sharp corners..
Those knuckle cap block planes are about the nicest of the bunch. They are so comfortable to use. Newer ones had a lateral adjuster but it doesn't make much difference. Don't feel bad about taking it down to metal, the chrome and japanning were dog meat.
We can also do "The Cat's Meow" and "As the Crow flies" as well :)
***** For a regular block plane I do a bit of a camber on the blade (very large radius) but on a low angle that will be mainly doing endgrain, a straight blade is more appropriate.
David Kirtley Don't forget "faster than two shakes of a lamb's tail".
Roy Poud However you get there, it works out the same. When you are taking off a few thousandths of an inch, it doesn't take much to relieve the edge so it doesn't leave sharp tracks.
top tip on knocking off the corners. Thanks.
Hi Cody,
I actually went over block planes in my carpentry course today!
To my understanding the block plane's iron is placed bevel-up to allow its lower bedding angle plus the bevel angle to be close to the regular bench plane angle where the iron meets the wood. For example a 25° bevel + a 22.5° bedding angle (or 12° for a low angle block plane) = 47.5° which is close to the usual 45° combined angle you get with a bench plane.
8:20 < The depth adjustment knob is my favorite feature of this plane. I love mine as well.
man that looks gorgeous, its almost wallpaper worthy!
They don't make 'em like that anymore. What a beauty to behold. Well done sir.
There was a bit of a noch on the slot in the sole where the iron come through. Was that like that or did that happen in the cabinet? Will that affect how it works?
My dad was a plumber by trade, but he could do carpentry and masonry; Fix the car (mechanic) , all sorts of stuff. I was a bit rambunctious, and for all his skills, he didn't have the patience to teach me. These videos are a treasure, and I thank you for them.
This restoration is nicer than the other. Thanks
Looks great buddy. I think I need one of those things to restore. It's a nice little plane.
On my Stanley 60 1/2 it points up and on my 65 it points straight out. If yours points down then it must have been bent, perhaps when dropped. You are correct the pin has to fit in the hole. You can chose whether to bend the tang out or leave if it is fully functional. Great plane and great project
You know I think some of what you said was true. There were some excellent things built in the past but it's unfair to deny the people of the more modern eras the credit they deserve. The whole reason we are able to produce things the way they are produced today is hard work. Yes maybe they worked hard then so they wouldn't have to in the future but it was still hard work. The modern materials and high tech machines are all products of great minds. The people of the past were able to solve problems. Today we no longer have to deal with these problems, we can look beyond. The foundation has been set for us to achieve what was thought to be the impossible. Also don't think that the craftsmanship of the past is gone. These sorts of tools are still being produced by passionate people who struggle to compete with the convince offered by modern methods. I am a 17 year old boy and I'm tired of hearing about how lazy my generation is. I know that I along with my peers will do incredible things for the betterment of humanity.
Don’t talk down to wranglerstar!
Very well done. Much more than a restoration video. Thanks...
Beautiful work Cody.
very well said towards the end. we have lost so much. I hope to make my son understand that, and appeciate things of value
Wrangler star, you are fun to watch. you are like an adult "Mr. Rodgers show". You are entertaining, educational, and should be proud of your accomplishments. God bless you and your family and thanks for all your videos. You are living the true american dream.
Excellent commentary. Enjoyed the video of the a work you put in. Thank you.
Block planes bevel up, bench planes bevel down. Originally japan black and nickel plate to keep corrosion at bay. I paint the body with rustolium satin black if the japaning is gone, a decent alternative if your restoring your tool as a worker. Thanks for the post, I love to see tools returned to service.
That's a gem of a block plane. I have a similar one but a modern version
Wonderful job on a wonderful old handy tool.
Love the restoration. I can't wait to see that put to good use! (also for long term storage of tools, Mineral Oil works great. Since Ballistol contains solvents (alkaline salts from oleic acid and Benzyl Acetate) , it may damage softer metals such as copper, chrome and brass finishes over time. The main oil in Ballistol is Mineral oil anyway. :) Thank you again for another great restoration video.
I Iove old planes. I have one passed down from my great grandfather that he used to carry on repairs to homes. My dad has one from his great grandfather. I just bought a #4 smoothing plane today that I hope to pass onto my kids someday. I am 14.
It's awesome you already have the interest in these wonderful tools. Never lose it.
Nice little block plane you have there. It will serve you well.
Regarding the low angle blade with bevel up (proper) orientation and adjustable throat. These are most useful for end grain and highly figured wood with swirling grain patterns. The low angle bedding with bevel up gives an approximate 37 degree cutting angle versus approx 45 for softwood face grain planing to 55-60 for hardwood face grain planing. This style of plane, with a super sharp blade and a shooting board is fantastic for really getting those miter joints perfectly tight and is one for great old time techniques for perfectly fitting joints of many types.
Yeah they do have the bevel up, I restored a very similar Stanley low angle plane after watching your first plane videos. My plane has a slightly different lock down mechanism though. I have a no.5 & no.4.5 I'm working on at the moment they have been painted but they need to be flattened and sharpened, that tool looks great though.
I enjoy your tool restoration videos. I too, like the older tools of long ago. I have a few of my own collection and I, like yourself, am always looking to add to it. I have a Parplus wood plane I'll be showing you. Thank you for posting and God bless.
Love your sentimentality Cody really very inspiring thank you.
@wranglerstar, thanks for your video! Could you please give a bit more detail on how you burnished the top of the chipbreaker, or palm rest?
I think this is a beautiful tool and great job!
Beautiful job. I loved this, thanks Cody.
What A gorgeous plane! Great work on restoring it! If you haven't already, I'd love to see your method on sharpening!
Oh so very true. My antique planes, are amazing. It's simply awesome working with a 120 year old tool, and knowing it's just going to work. Unlike my phone, which can be problematic...
I love these tool restorations!
Cody, great video as always. I recently restored the same 65 as this. I believe the front knob may actually be nickel plated given the brass. Maybe a fun process to restore.
Low angle planes of all types are designed to run with the bevel up. In fact, the angle in which the cutting edge engages the wood is nearly identical. The strength of the low angle plane comes from how the line of force is closer to being parallel with the wood.
Another beautiful project.
Block planes are always bevel up. If the bed angle is 12 degrees and the bevel angle on the blade is 25 degrees, this adds up to a cutting angle of 37 degrees, which makes it a low angle plane, since that is less than the normal cutting angle of a bench plane, which is 45 degrees. On a bench plane, the bevel is down, and thus the bevel angle doesn't add up towards the cutting angle, which is then simply equal to the bed angle. There are also block planes with a 20 degree bed angle, which gives them a total cutting angle of 45 degrees, just like a bench plane. They're still block planes, just not low angle block planes - I actually think these are more common. The low angle planes are especially suited to planing end grain, either to square up cross cut on a shooting board or to plane dovetails flush after assembling them.
You should be aware - and it is very comforting to know - that planes and other hand tools of this quality and even better are still being made today by companies like Lie-Nielsen (USA), Lee Valley (Canada) or Clifton (UK). They may appear to be very expensive at first, but compared to an average craftsman's income, they cost about the same as the high end Stanleys did back in the day. They are not over-priced for professional quality tools.
Nice video Cody. I would have like to see you do some of the work you spoke of, but its all good.
Just an FYI, block planes excell at working end grain. You can do a lot with a block plane all the same though. Also good for working down a small spot on a rough cut plank to get a look at the grain. Let's you know if that's the piece of wood you want for the project your building. Not quite so good at flattening a board, but useful to have in your tool box.
Nice job on the restoration of your tools.
My woodworking mentors had me sand the sole of my plane with a quite rough grit sandpaper, 120 or so. It made them slide much more easily on the wood since less surface area was actually making contact. I was surprised with the difference.
"If no one's show in' you how to do it how are you supposed to know?" Thank you Cody.
the bevel up type planes will cut end grain and gnarly areas on wood. The angle of the plane blade is usually around 30 - 35 degrees vs the 45 degree angle of the standard plane.
History is our way that we live before And I think the old days were more respectable than current days I love antiques they show how simple life was compared to today. Also thing made to day don't last like things made years ago I love old tools
At what angle is the microbevel? Thx!
Great videos Cody. I love the longer content. Keep up the good work
Awesome result, but what about painting it??
Nice job, although I do things a bit less aggressively to preserve the original japanning. I actually wanted to say "very nicely said" in regard to your philosophical commentary about our heritage and why it's so deeply satisfying to restore this era of tools. Thanks for that.
Cody something you may want to look into is "Japanning" the plane. Aka that is the black substance that goes on the inside of the planes. I can't say exactly why they used this substance but if you plan on restoring many planes you may want to look into it. For some reason it is just the best substance seal off the cast parts of the back of the plane. its some type of tar sealant. Also check out some of the Lie Neilson demonstrations of a bevel up jack plane and the differences, it may answer some of your questions. I tried to find a video for you that would explain it better but I failed. As a note you want different angles for the blade depending on what type of wood you are working on. Some people would rather have a bevel up jack plane and simply grind multiple blades to different angles to achieve different angles. To do this on a bevel down plane you would have to literally change out the whole frog, which you can do on many of the planes today from 45 deg to 65 deg if I am not mistaken. I hope this helps you a bit.
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I love seeing how everything is removable and nothing is riveted in place because it gives you that option to replace the part and not have to buy a new one, nothing like Products today, this is a proper American product
I love old things. Almost everything I own is 30+ years old. Things nowadays have been cheapened up to the point that there is no quality left. My old stuff eventually wears out and needs refurbished, but it rarely breaks. The new stuff just plain breaks. I especially cannot stand all of the plastic crap nowadays. The old stuff just plain works.
That last 3, 3-1/2 minutes makes a valuable video pricelsss in my mind. Thanks Cody.
Nice work! I always enjoy your videos.
Was that laquer i saw on that flat head driver?? Need some BLS oil on that.
When you adjust that plane, always be aware of the backlash in the system. Always adjust in a way that drives the blade towards the front of the tool. If you need a lighter cut, move the iron back more than needed, then finish by moving the iron forward. If you don't do this, the iron will move back because of vibration and the force of the cut and not hold the adjustment.