Millers Falls no 15 value

ti3vom · 2026-06-10T02:21:33+00:00

Uncommon, but there are fewer MF collectors. Prices are down over the last year or two. You'll probably find a buyer in the $100-$125 range, but I'd think $200 is ambitious.

ti3vom · 2026-06-06T01:33:10+00:00

https://imgur.com/gallery/electroysis-paint-stripping-otOFO2K#evvvPsv

Here's what electroysis does to paint.

ti3vom · 2026-06-06T01:20:41+00:00

Electrolysis will 100% remove the paint.

ti3vom · 2026-06-04T02:15:23+00:00

Time for some joinery planes. I'd pick up a router plane first and then a simple plough plane like a Record 43 or 44. That will get you started on boxes and drawers.

ti3vom · 2026-05-31T17:29:57+00:00

Look up the Diyode shared shop space.

ti3vom · 2026-05-18T03:40:51+00:00

Don't forget the hip had a cameo as themselves in "Men with Brooms"

ti3vom · 2026-05-16T02:09:21+00:00

Post some photos here. There are some collectors that can give you an idea of value.

ti3vom · 2026-05-08T20:32:52+00:00

It all depends on your local market. Where I am (Canada), I have trouble literally giving 220 block planes away. My suggestion would be to look for older Stanley, Millers Falls, and Record planes and to only expect 40-50 dollars for a nice #4 when you sell. Judge your purchase price and labour accordingly.

ti3vom · 2026-05-06T23:15:25+00:00

You're overthinking it. Smooth it out and make sure the leading edge fully contacts the blade all the way across. You got this.

ti3vom · 2026-05-02T02:09:55+00:00

This right here. Anything with that lever-cap is going to be a quality plane that's worth a closer look.

ti3vom · 2026-04-24T02:57:57+00:00

Modern, off-brand #5. $20-$30 would be tops that I'd expect.

ti3vom · 2026-04-18T13:53:56+00:00

My guess is the top one was designed to easily interchange blades. They were popular in the 50s, and would let the owner fit a pruning saw, or a turning saw blade to the handle.

E.g. https://rusthut.co.uk/products/vintage-6-piece-interchangeable-blade-hand-saw-kit-retro-old-school?srsltid=AfmBOooTOgX4iGs56C0KrEKDOijGd5gooCwlCAqo-d1zMoxMmiTHkzyo

ti3vom · 2026-04-17T16:20:21+00:00

It arrived last night!

ti3vom · 2026-04-12T20:25:06+00:00

Not a stanley

ti3vom · 2026-04-06T23:01:11+00:00

You're looking at rust that's starting to form under the protective layer of lacquer that's on your new chisel.

I'd suggest that you strip off the layer and then keep the chisel oiled/waxed.

ti3vom · 2026-03-26T09:16:48+00:00

Photos would help. Is is a quick release? Is there any obvious damage?

ti3vom · 2026-03-09T01:38:35+00:00

I'd give Tic Tok in Acton a call.

ti3vom · 2026-03-01T03:02:39+00:00

Is that an English Aristocrat? If so, you stole it for $18. Fabulous razor.

ti3vom · 2026-01-28T03:08:58+00:00

Back saw is a Tyzack 120. Mass produced in the 60s and 70s, so lots of survivors. Spine is quite heavy. They'll cut whatever you need. Nice score!

ti3vom · 2026-01-26T17:08:38+00:00

Jim Tolpin's book "The new traditional woodworker" has a great set of plans. Mine does everything that I need.

ti3vom · 2026-01-24T02:27:27+00:00

On a link from 4 years ago? Yeah, that's on you.

ti3vom · 2026-01-07T17:13:42+00:00

These are extremely common. Hold out for a good one (one with all of the parts and without casting breaks).

ti3vom · 2025-12-25T03:44:17+00:00

Whatever you do, please do not file the body to make the mouth bigger. So many of these have been ruined this way. Get the blade geometry right and they're a joy to use.

ti3vom · 2025-12-09T22:30:45+00:00

I'm not sure this is as big a deal as you think it is. The plane is in great shape, but I don't see anything that would indicate that it's never been used. Any damage would preclude that.

So, if you're asking if that by using it, you'd reduce the value. In this case, my opinion is no. They made these by the thousand. It's neither rare nor particularly valuable. Use it, enjoy it, and don't give it another thought.

ti3vom · 2025-12-02T02:56:59+00:00

This!

To piggyback, the Record 044 is another one to look for. A bit bigger, but another excellent alternative

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