Most brand names did and still do the same. Lots of sub contracting, buying in, out-working, from other firms large and small. It's how things are made. Nowadays may be made entirely in the far east sometimes to a brand name's specification, sometimes just bought and rebranded.
Indeed, I’m just pointing out that the OPs question isn’t such a stupid question, it may well be that his infill plane came from a factory somewhere that may have possibly been Preston or Norris (or more likely a small toolmaker shop somewhere ). It looks pretty decent quality.
Same as faithful / spear and Jackson etc
My current contract takes me close to the shop and I have visited. Some nice tools available and very friendly staff.
IMO, the plane is a good one. Hefty, solid casting, nice wood, screw, and lever cap. Works well, but the tote is small for my hands (despite a three-finger grip).
I was chuckling to myself yesterday... remembering your comment on the apron... as I was busy (and annoyed) emptying copious amounts of sawdust and wood chips from my vest pockets. Perhaps I should have given your comment the respect it is obviously due...
Thank you so much for these excellent links! I wish I could see London in person. It is on my "bucket list", but sadly, I think that ship has sailed...
Rural PA is not so bad a place!Thank you so much for these excellent links! I wish I could see London in person. It is on my "bucket list", but sadly, I think that ship has sailed...
Yes indeed! The casting appears to be identical, and the lever cap very similar, save for the trademark & lever cap screw. Thank you! Slater is one of my favorite makers!
Rob, thank you again! You are absolutely correct. This Tyzack plane is indeed a Slater! I am so happy to know this! As I said, I have a fondness for Slaters.
