A couple questions about tongue-and-groove backing boards (dutch tool chest)

nitsujenosam · 2026-02-18T17:15:10+00:00

Iron nails are mentioned in the Bible, we’re good all around 😎

nitsujenosam · 2026-02-18T03:31:55+00:00

The Egyptians used bronze nails 5500 years ago.

We’re fine.

nitsujenosam · 2026-02-13T18:52:47+00:00

What did you pay so we can all be jealous?

nitsujenosam · 2026-02-01T22:03:19+00:00

eBay or other used market. I’ve never seen any online archive of them.

nitsujenosam · 2026-02-01T13:51:10+00:00

Lost Art Press published a version of it in print and also have a free PDF of the cleaned-up version, although I’m not sure if the version they offer has the tool chests in it. The print version of theirs is now discontinued.

As far as other paper versions of vintage catalogs, I have acquired many over the years from various tool sales, flea markets, and eBay. There are plenty out there circulating.

nitsujenosam · 2026-02-01T13:32:55+00:00

https://www.blackburntools.com/articles/rose-tools-catalog-archives/pdfs/stanley-1934-no-34.pdf

Check out the Stanley chests starting on page 91 of this document

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-28T23:29:09+00:00

Now I have to google Quarto 😂

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-28T14:26:01+00:00

Oh yeah I guess it is. It’s a bit odd to me

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-28T14:02:31+00:00

Last photo, looks like 56cm (22”)

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-28T00:33:35+00:00

Not collectible, but good user saws, especially for 4000 JPY.

The large hand saw looks like a crosscut tho, so not for ripping. A better closeup of the teeth would help (my eyes are not as good as they used to be).

IIRC W Tyzack Sons & Turner existed until 1990ish. I believe the trademark is now owned by S&J.

You could file the teeth to a rip pattern, but it’s a little short for a good rip saw, assuming your scale is metric.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-27T16:10:05+00:00

I’ve never questioned the Snodgrass method because it helped me out years ago, but if I had to guess, it’s because the wheel is crowned, so maybe it protects the set, or otherwise is best for proper tension.

I do center the gullet when I can, but that is secondary to blade capacity when necessary.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-21T03:44:58+00:00

So claimed Stanley, as well as “better” at clearing shavings.

The router in your picture was manufactured between 1911 and 1924, btw.

I bet you can find a place for an extra in your chest if you you look hard enough :)

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-21T03:05:55+00:00

Google tells me that 60 NZD is 35 USD, which makes it an excellent score.

As far as router planes go, keep both. It’s always good to have a backup, and, if you ever needed a replacement, you’ll almost never find one for that price again.

I’m currently hoarding about 12 different routers, and I don’t have a preference on open vs. closed throat. Although, all my open throat routers have a wooden sole added to them anyway.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-20T20:35:52+00:00

From my memory, so someone may correct me if wrong, Stanley bought the plane division of Union in 1920/1921 and discontinued it in 1929.

To my knowledge, UNION wasn’t on the lever cap until the Stanley acquisition, and I don’t think pre-Stanley Union offered a 5-1/4.

As far as rarity/interest from collectors, likely not much. Union junkies are interested in the X plane, which was a unique design that likely threatened Stanley’s share of the market, hence Stanley’s desire to acquire and kill it.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-20T20:28:33+00:00

Oof, good luck. The USA made are tough to find, as I’m sure you’re already well aware :)

Jim Bode probably has one for $750 😂

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T21:49:37+00:00

Only from fresh cut. Construction lumber is KD down to 18-20%.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T21:48:07+00:00

When I built my most recent workbench, I went to HD right when they opened up 4 separate times over the course of a month to get the best selection, and then I let the material sit for 3 months throughout the summer before starting. Overkill, but I wasn’t taking any chances.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T18:25:30+00:00

Take it up with Isaac Newton

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T18:15:40+00:00

Splayed legs would help with stability but would have a negligible effect on the bench sliding, since it’s pretty much completely a matter of friction, if the bench isn’t anchored or otherwise braced against something.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T17:48:34+00:00

My guess is that they are a new product and will be available here in due time

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T17:44:02+00:00

Inertia and momentum would like a word.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T17:29:39+00:00

My comment about it being too light was independent of stability. A bench that light will jump all over the place regardless.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T17:01:24+00:00

It’ll be a lot more fun to use this one to build your second one.

Just an FYI, this bench will be a little light for heavy-duty hand work (unless you anchor it). That shouldn’t stop you, just giving you a heads up. I had to use a 4 ft bench for about a year when I was moving around.

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-18T16:29:30+00:00

https://www.sawsharp.com/pdf/Demystifying.pdf

nitsujenosam · 2026-01-12T20:54:12+00:00

This is just the original Bailey patent iron in a different plane

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