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  1. 17th July 2016, 12:39 AM #1
    schuld66
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    Default Stanley Level ID

    I posted a thread a few years back regarding a Stanley level (Old Level ID - Stanley?) -- the general consensus was that it is a number 10, circa 1870s. I have another one similar in look, but different in several ways. This one measures 28" (actually, 27 7/8") and has a different style Stanley logo -- I can't find this logo anywhere online. It also has no brass anywhere but the top plate, and no side groove. Any ideas on type and date? Thanks.

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  3. 21st July 2016, 02:01 PM #2
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    Looks a lot like Number 22 of this Auction lot except for the groove:
    EAIA & Great Planes Trading Co. Dearborn Tool Auction, May 20, 2011.

    Stanley Rule & Level Co. 28 3/8-inch #96 brass-bound plumb & level PATENT APLD FOR
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  4. 23rd July 2016, 02:11 PM #3
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    Hi schuld66,

    I may be able to help with your level, I have a few old catalogues
    and have collected a few Stanley levels (trying to restrict to just a
    few of their models.)
    Part of the early Stanley Company was the Stanley Rule & Level Co.
    and they made so many different models of level.
    From a 1909 catalogue the basic model #102 had a non adjustable level without the plumb
    and ranged from 10" - 16" made of hardwood with an arched top plate fitted with proved level glass.
    By then all the levels had the 'HAND - Y' side groove grip feature.

    The size of your level at 28" plus the plumb, is similar to a # 0 model that ranged from 24"-30"

    The logo dates from 1888 - 1892. the model # 0 would be impressed in the wood half way between
    the top name plate and the plumb insert hole.

    They are a very basic simple tool but have such a variety, ones in good condition, are easy to
    clean up and present well.

    Hope this helps

    Regards

    Graham.
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