History of Stanley/Bailey Bench Planes
Does anyone know much about the history of Stanley and Bailey? I gather Bailey was a plane maker who was 'acquired' by Stanley Rule. They had a falling out and Bailey went his own way.
The reason I ask is I've got this No. 5 plane that I thought was a Stanley. The lever cap is a Stanley but it is not the original and the body is stamped only 'Bailey' and 'Made in Can.'
Can anyone enlighten me?
Stanley 3 -1/2 Made in USA
Termite,....did you ever find out much about your No. 3-1/2 plane? I have one also that I inherited from my dad. I've looked for sources of info on the internet, but no mention of the 3 -1/2....only 3's and 4's. Also, mine has a corrugated sole.
Just wondering as to what I might have, or not have.
Thanks,
Chris