Stanley No. 171 Door Trim & Router Plane, With Fence, Rods & One Cutter (1/2 ")
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:26511938 | Brand: Stanley |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: United States | Modified Item: No |
| Original/Reproduction: Antique Original |
This is a Stanley No. 171 door trim & router plane in complete original condition.This router plane is 11" long though it has the patent date information stamped on the locking lever as did the early models. The plane is in excellent condition with only a single blemish on the fence attachment bracket; one small corner is damaged as can be seen in image # 10. This small blem doesn't interfere with the fence performance or it's ability to lock in place and I mention... this out of full disclosure.The japanning is approximately 95% intact with some expected wear along the base and fence. All of the parts are present and original to the plane and there is one 1/2" cutter included. Most of the original finish remains on the two rosewood totes and they are both in near mint condition. Note: The cutter listed is 1/2" as mentioned. Stanley supplied this plane with 3 cutters when purchased new, 3/8", 5/8" and 7/8". As this is a correct cutter for the 171 plane, I assume additional cutters were available in special sizes upon request for an additional sum. In addition to cutting hinge and escutcheon mortises for doors, this plane can also be used as a router plane with the ability to cut a 3" wide mortise 5/16" deep. I've gently cleaned this plane without harsh chemicals or abrasives. I prefer tools that show their history and I like to take them to a point where a craftsman would be proud to have this plane on the bench. I use gentle hand techniques with attention to leaving an aged look to the plane.Please look at the above images, they show more detail than I can describe here. Shipping to the USA will be via a medium flat rate box. International buyers I will ship to your preference and this plane weighs about 4-5 pounds packed.
