Stanley Bedrock

[Robert Peterson]

I have just inherited a 605 1/2 Stanley Bedrock plane. Pretty good shape I think except for a bit of surface rust and broken handles. Front and back. Anyone have a source for replacements? I am "powertool"woodworker trying to convert to hand tools.

[Greg Fletcher]

You may try:

http://www.hardwarecitytools.com/products.html

disclaimer: no affiliation to the site, etc.; no actual experience with the vendor

[Jim Koepke]

You could also make your own:

http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=63262&cat=1,46168

jtk

[Jim Koepke]

Robert,

Welcome to the Creek. Your profile doesn't indicate your location.

If you live near me, I may be able to help with repairing your plane handles.

If you live away from the Pacific North West, someone else in your area may be willing to help.

jtk

[Robert Peterson]

Thanks Greg, I checked that site out and it looks like it might have what I need.

[Robert Peterson]

Jim, I live in Northern Minnesota so I am a bit off the beaten path. I did try making my own handle. Works better than the steel post but it would be nice to have a real handle.

[Jessica Pierce-LaRose]

I have a set of Bill Rittner's (http://hardwarecitytools.com/) handles on my jointer plane and I'm in love with 'em.

[Zach England]

Turning the front knob is easy (assuming you have a lathe). Making the tote is a bit harder, but really is not hard for anyone with a modicum of woodworking experience and as bit of patience. I consider myself a fairly mediocre woodworker and I have made some excellent ones.

[Charlie Buchanan]

I have just inherited a 605 1/2 Stanley Bedrock plane. Pretty good shape I think except for a bit of surface rust and broken handles. Front and back. Anyone have a source for replacements? I am "powertool"woodworker trying to convert to hand tools.
Bedrocks are premium planes for collectors as well as excellent users--and 605 1/2 are relatively scarce size. So you might want to keep your eyes open for a cheap vintage Stanley Bailey #5 or maybe #6 with missing or broken metal parts but good wood. Stanley Bailey knobs and totes will fit Bedrocks and having a nice period rosewood knob and tote will certainly enhance the value of your plane. You can often find #5 Baileys for less than the price of aftermarket wood. The tote from any Stanley #4 1/2, 5, 5 1/2, 6, 7, or 8 should fit, I think. Here is a link to let you estimate the age of your Bedrock. http://www.antique-used-tools.com/brtypes.htm
Good luck. The first time you try it out properly adjusted with a sharp iron will be the edge of the slippery slope.

[Jacob Nothstine]

I have an electric hand held planer I would trade you for your bedrock. It plugs in and makes a lot of noise. :)

Here is a PDF by Lee Valley on how to make a tote.
http://www.leevalley.com/en/html/16j4010k.pdf

[Dan Sheehan]

Jim: I don't live near you, but I've seen this response from you many times, and I wish I did. Your spirit of generosity is the hallmark of this site. Thank you for your contributions. Dan


Robert,

Welcome to the Creek. Your profile doesn't indicate your location.

If you live near me, I may be able to help with repairing your plane handles.

If you live away from the Pacific North West, someone else in your area may be willing to help.

jtk

[Sam Takeuchi]

I bought a handle/knob set from Greg (http://greg@drozsoldetymestanleytotesandknobs.com) a couple of years ago. He makes real quality stuff. I'm very happy with what he made and he offers quite a good number of materials to choose from. He was thorough to make sure I was happy with what he made before he sent the stuff. I highly recommend him.

[Joe Bailey]

Jim: I don't live near you, but I've seen this response from you many times, and I wish I did. Your spirit of generosity is the hallmark of this site. Thank you for your contributions. Dan

+1 on Dan's sentiments.

[Jim Koepke]

Thanks for the kind words :o

They will make today more enjoyable.

jtk

[Chris Griggs]

Jim, I live in Northern Minnesota so I am a bit off the beaten path. I did try making my own handle. Works better than the steel post but it would be nice to have a real handle.

Aww! A dweller of Lake Wobegon where all the women are strong, all the men are good-looking, and all the children are above average! Being from where you are from, I would think you could just lop a limb of a tree with a kitchen knife and widdle a new handle with your teeth!

[Jim Koepke]

Aww! A dweller of Lake Wobegon where all the women are strong, all the men are good-looking, and all the children are above average! Being from where you are from, I would think you could just lop a limb of a tree with a kitchen knife and widdle a new handle with your teeth!

No, no, no…

That is just south of me in Oregon, the home of the Beavers. :D

Do Badgers gnaw on wood?

jtk

[Chris Griggs]

No, no, no…

That is just south of me in Oregon, the home of the Beavers. :D

Do Badgers gnaw on wood?

jtk

Don't insult my Minnesotan brethren, Badgers are Wisconson! Minnesota has gophers and yes we do gnaw on wood!

[Jim Koepke]

Don't insult my Minnesotan brethren, Badgers are Wisconson!

Oops! My mistake, sorry.

It has been a long time since I worked for Badger Meter who's home state was Wisconsin.

jtk

[Chris Griggs]

Oops! My mistake, sorry.

It has been a long time since I worked for Badger Meter who's home state was Wisconsin.

jtk

Its okay Jim! I think we'll get over it... Just don't let it happen again;)