The Mythical Veritas Compass Plane

[mahking51]

I'd probably not bother......... :twisted:
Martin

 

[newt]

By the way Anant make one for $160 how good it is your guess is as good as mine.

 

[Paul Chapman]

Kunz also do one http://www.****.biz/****/product/703123/detail.jsf

Unfortunately it's based on the old Stanley #113. The way the rear tote is fixed to these planes is most unsatisfactory and the casting often breaks where the tote attaches (I know, I have one ). Far better to go for an old Record 020 or equivalent Stanley in my view.

Cheers :wink:

Paul

 

[bugbear]

Kunz also do one http://www.****.biz/****/product/703123/detail.jsf

Unfortunately it's based on the old Stanley #113. The way the rear tote is fixed to these planes is most unsatisfactory and the casting often breaks where the tote attaches (I know, I have one ). Far better to go for an old Record 020 or equivalent Stanley in my view.

Cheers :wink:

Paul

Ah, but the #113 looks more gadgety, and compass plane buyers are (pretty much be definition) drawn to gadgety things....

BugBear

 

[Paul Chapman]

Ah, but the #113 looks more gadgety

Maybe, but it's not very comfortable to hold

Cheers :wink:

Paul (who's still looking for a reasonably-priced #020)

 

[woodbloke]

Far better to go for an old Record 020

Cheers :wink:

Paul

...who's now sourced a good one :wink: - Rob

 

[Paul Chapman]

:mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

 

[Mr Ed]

I thought everyone had one of those lying around...

Cheers, Ed

 

[Ironballs]

I was going to say, Toolman stock the Anant version of the #113. Don't know what the quality is like, but better than nothing if you're desperate

 

[Philly]

I thought everyone had one of those lying around...

Cheers, Ed

Doesn't everyone have one....... :wink:

Cheers
Philly :lol:

 

[Benchwayze]

A non woodworking friend of mine described this 'funny looking plane' he had in a tool-chest he bought. It's a compass plane of course and quite ancient from his description. I am struggling with my conscience as to whether I should offer what it's worth, or have a look and tell him it's a bit old and worn! :twisted: