Review By: I.Ball
Category: Old Smoothing Planes
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Manufacturer: Stanley
Plane Type: Smoothing
Model No: 4C
The Stanley smoothing plane number 4C is basically identical to the
Stanley number 4
with the exception of the sole. The sole of the number 4C has a series
of parallel grooves running the length of the sole.
This type of sole is referred to as a corrugated sole. The 'C' in the
model number '4C' stands for 'corrugated'.
The idea behind the corrugated plane is the sole has less friction when
planing, particularly as the board becomes true or when working on resinous
timber. The smoothness of the
planing can be improved further by lubricating the sole with oil/wax etc.
Body and frog:
cast iron
Lever cap:
cast iron with a plated finish
Cap iron:
best quality steel
Blade:
best quality steel
Depth adjuster wheel/nut:
brass
Handle and knob :
hardwood
Plane finish:
black
<1898 - 2002>
Stanley Smoothing Plane no. 4C
Stanley Bench Plane no. 4C
Stanley Wood-Work Plane no. 4C
Stanley Hand Plane no. 4C
Stanley Corrugated Plane no. 4C
Stanley Grooved Plane no. 4C
Further information on the Stanley plane number 4 corrugated can be found in the many Stanley tool catalogues produced from the 19th Century through to the current day. Additional information to this Stanley number 4C plane review can also be found in many different trade catalogues as well as reference books which are dedicated to discussing Stanley tools.
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