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  1. 17th February 2021, 11:59 PM #1
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    Default Stanley #5 1/2 plane

    This was the first plane I purchased when I was getting into hand tools about 30 years ago. I don't feel right that it should be sold, so I am offering it free. The conditions are that it should go to someone starting out and needing a hand plane, and that it be collected at my home. Sorry, no posting.



    There are a couple of inconsequential issues: a small chip on the left side ...



    ... and the lever cap has been rounded at the lower end (I used it as a scrub plane for a while). As mentioned, neither of these affect the performance.

    Repeat: FREE to a good home.

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  3. 18th February 2021, 12:04 AM #2
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    Now that's a great score for someone! That's in pristine condition for something that's 30 years old.

    I'd love to say i'd take it, but don't think i fall into the category of new woodworker or one that needs a handplane, i just don't have a 5 1/2.

    Very admirable for you not to try and sell it. Another reason why this community is great to be apart of
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  4. 18th February 2021, 07:48 AM #3
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    Absolutely love that you are doing this.

    If you have time, show the new person how to sharpen and tune it too.

    Im still learning and i wish i had someone to show me rather than trying to teach myself from YouTube


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  5. 18th February 2021, 10:27 AM #4
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    Hello Derek,
    I am in Sydney and I'll take it if you can post it (at my expense of course!).
    You can read a few stories of how I am starting my woodworking journey in some posts around the forum. Would also need to learn how to sharpen the blade... but that's another story ) !
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  6. 18th February 2021, 10:52 AM #5
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    Hi Kuriatko

    Apologies, but it needs to go to someone willing to pick it up. As mentioned earlier, no posting.

    It’s a great idea to add a sharpening lesson at that time.

    Regards from Perth

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  7. 18th February 2021, 11:25 AM #6
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    Ooops ... Apologies I didn't notice the "Pick up only" clause in your opening offer.
    My bad

    In case you change your mind and decide to post the plane, I am here.
    Cheers
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  8. 18th February 2021, 03:45 PM #7
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    Hi, I'd love to pick this up I'd still available. I want to get into hand planing and am a beginner. Let me know and I can pick it up whenever suitable

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    Quote Originally Posted by addyau View Post
    Hi, I'd love to pick this up I'd still available. I want to get into hand planing and am a beginner. Let me know and I can pick it up whenever suitable

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    I will message you

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    Very honourable Derek.
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    Hope it won't end up on ebay
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    same
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  13. 19th February 2021, 11:03 PM #12
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    Quote Originally Posted by justonething View Post
    Hope it won't end up on ebay
    I can promise that it definitely won't

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    is it still available
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