Wooden block planer

Discussion in 'Tools' started by wcubed, Dec 15, 2019.

  1. wcubed

    wcubed Well-Known Member

    Any idea of age? There are no manufacturers marks on it anywhere that I can see.

    It is 16 inches long.

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    wcubed, Dec 15, 2019
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  2. scoutshouse

    scoutshouse Well-Known Member

    Nice! Looks like all wood except the blade, so maybe handcrafted?
     
    scoutshouse, Dec 15, 2019
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  3. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    try Razee........lots like this made of a solid block of wood....

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  4. blooey

    blooey Well-Known Member

    Just a regular o'l jack plane. Maker's name would be on the blade.
     
    blooey, Dec 15, 2019
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  5. Steersman

    Steersman Well-Known Member

    The wooden part may have a maker's mark as well. It'll be on the front of the main body. (You may have to squint.)
     
    Steersman, Dec 16, 2019
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  6. blooey

    blooey Well-Known Member

    Occasionally this is true, however you are more likely to find owner's marks - and in better cared for pieces, several generations of owner's names impressed.

    Incidentally, to remove the blade assembly, strike the back of the plane with a mallet (not a hammer!)
     
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  7. wcubed

    wcubed Well-Known Member

    You are correct!

    Still don't see anything there though.

    Thanks. I got out my trusty rubber mallet.

    I can't quite make out the name, but I'm sure it's something at least one of you is familiar with.

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  8. Michael77

    Michael77 Well-Known Member

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  9. wcubed

    wcubed Well-Known Member

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  10. lptools

    lptools Member

    Hello, "Owasco Tool Co. A trade name used by the Auburn Tool Co. from 1875-1893 and by the Ohio Tool Co. after its merge with the Auburn Tool Co. in 1893." From Pollak's Guide to American Wooden Planes. Try some white chalk or baby powder on the front end of the body, it may highlight the maker's mark. Regards, Lou
     
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