102 Year Old Stanley #5 Plane (TOOL RESTORATION / PRESERVATION)

[@chrisbrown33]

I've restored literally dozens of old planes just like yours.... I must be addicted to it. I enjoyed every second of your video.... Very impressed and professionally done. I can't bear to see these fine old tools go to waste. Thank you 👍

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@jawediqbal9475]

My elder brother brought No 4 from saudi arabia sam like it in 70's, which has grooves in bottom and same wooden handle and knob, I used it here in Pakistan for 3.5 decades. What a wonderfull tool, but Gem for carpenters. Thanks for sharing.👍

[@erkeltree]

The great thing about these old planes is that they are restorable to new operational ability. I love them and working on them.

[@liveoak4124]

So refreshing to see a restoration grounded in respect for a tool's originality. Purely beautiful result

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@totothebunny333]

I am an instant fan of your approach. I love how much care and respect you put into the preservation, keeping the story and life that the tool went through intact. Just the fact that you even considered some of the things you did puts you miles ahead of most other restoration channels. Subscribed!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you very much!

[@rirkc]

Nice work. I'm pleased with your decision to keep the original paint. Honest, faithful restoration. Thanks!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Yeah, I was really happy to find that it was in that good of condition!

[@professor62]

You did an excellent job on the #5. I really appreciated that you did a preservation instead of a complete restoration. You showed the tool a lot of respect-which it deserved. Great job!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you Russ! I really appreciate it!

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

I agree with a lot of the guys below that you did a preservation, rather than a restoration with new Paint etc. the pristine original condition just wreaks with intense history. thanks for doing it and thanks for sharing.

[@lincolndickerson1293]

Enjoyed watching the restore of this #5. I did one very similar last year. I learned a few things here I will revist on mine. Thanks for sharing.

[@Justifiedmeh]

Awesome video! Nice to see someone keeping the vintage look on there. Most people sandblast and repaint and such but this looks a lot better. Older tools look a lot better with an aged look.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks! I definitely agree!

[@gunnyoorah1846]

That was a very helpful restorational instruction. We learn your technics and will apply to our work. Thank you ...OORAH!!

[@perrymurphy4100]

Thank you so much. Lovely how you worked so hard to preserve the character and patina. Hopefully I will see more of your work.

[@lenjones4606]

Quality. Its just so good to see someone respecting the history of a tool.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks!

[@4Truth4All]

A wonderful restoration! I could watch it over and over to remind myself to honor the aging of these tools.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks so much!!!

[@michaelnicholson572]

I have restored/conserved a few dozen planes and other tools, but none with as much pitting. Given the tool as you found it, I think you made the right decisions about leaving the pitting and patina. I make an exception for the two brass nuts holding the handle and tote. I charge my strop and give them a few swipes. They gleam like the jewels in the crown. They tarnish again soon enough if you don't like the bling. Thanks for sharing.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

I might have to try that trick next time I restore a plane. Thanks!!

[@lucasb1324]

Thank you for preserving the patina, superfinish. Fantastically nice despite the age, like new 👍 Carsten Sweden

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@gprn3]

Ready for so more years, nice restoration and not tuning as always.

[@richardfenton6975]

Nice restoration. It looks great and works well. That’s all you should ask of a 100 year old plain I am restoring a BedRock 4 1/2 patient APR 19 10, only issue found so far is a minute surface crack at the mouth. Your success has given me more confidence. This is only my second restoration. The other is a part restoration of a Record 5 1/2 for regular use. All my plane,with one except are, a hundred years old or more, being used, clean and seriously sharp. I cannot afford the premium modern planes but use the second best early Stanley and Record Richard Fenton

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks! I hope your Bedrock turns out nice.

[@JamesDeanPhotography]

I really like what you did with this plane!! Glad you didn’t try making it look new. You brought it back to life!

[@dodgersfnshepard8673]

Love the fact it's a number 5. I just grabbed a no3 and 1 looks similar but no marks. They will both follow this process. Scratch out on japaning was genius

[@Tim_from_Fresno]

I loved this video as I have 8 of my great grandfathers planes from the late 1800 and early 1900's that my father let rust out in the weather for 30 plus years. Hopefully I can bring them back to life as you have done with this #5.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you very much! I hope your great grandfather’s plans turn out great!

[@1stinlastout165]

Same here,I have my grandfather's tools that are now fully restored two are no1 plane's and great to use knowing there history makes them even better to use!

[@lionelgardiner4408]

excellent result! good preservation on the machine

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks!

[@nicholaswatson3980]

Great video! Can't wait to see more projects like this one. Very tasteful.

[@razvanbutiac7684]

Wonderfull job, tip top for the choice to preserve as much possible, turn out grate.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!!

[@edwardmartin4894]

Excellent effort to bring this old warrior back to a productive life..... Yeah, I too prefer the look of a vintage tool that has been used to that of a hundred-year-old tool that now looks to be showroom fresh... I have been lucky enough to find the occasional old plane and have brought a few of them back to life with some prodigious amounts of cleaning, de-rusting and honing (nothing in your league - yet, but I will get there some day)...... My next project is bringing back a Stanley A6 Fore Plane which was made of aluminum. It is a real beauty and is in really great condition.... My efforts will be to get it back to useable condition without any further damage or deterioration... Your videos have been most helpful....

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks! I’m glad they were useful to you!

[@wayneschenet5340]

I have an old No.5, probably older? No patent dates, and it has a flat sole, and not as much rust. It was my Dad’s and I am just starting to go thru a similar preservation process. Thanks for your great lessons. Wayne

[@07fjcruiser1]

Im with you on the restoring/preserving theme. I have about 30 planes (most late 1800s early 1900s, and although I did a complete restore on a post war no5 , and to the untrained eye it looks like a brand new plane. its beautiful, but looks brand new. From that I learned that antique looks better. As you said, preserve the the patina and maintain the look of the tool as it was when it was last used. You know what you're doing and you certainly know the tools, thats why I subscribed. Awesome job. Hope you don't take so long to do the next tool. Keep them coming.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. And thanks for subscribing, I will definitely be trying to get more videos out soon.

[@roybailey9554]

That's a type 11 - 1910 to 1918 nice plane I have a few of them that type 11 I think that was one of the best types , nice job cleaning it up 👍.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Yes, it is a type 11. Thanks!!!

[@MannaWarburton]

What a great job! I love that you did a preservation instead of restoration. Having seemingly watched every other plane restoration on KZbin, I think you and Hand Tool Rescue are the only ones that have done something of this nature so far. Also absolutely loved your quiet patter regarding what you were doing. Excellent pacing. Subscribed.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate the feedback and the kind words!

[@williamlouis5011]

Nice restoration. Also nice to see the correct sized screwdriver for the screws!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks

[@anthonymohammed5014]

Thank you for sharing We have a similar passion for those screw drivers no parallel to the comfort and handling they give actually become part of you effortless work

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

THANKS!

[@HS-yk9he]

Excellent video. I really enjoyed it. its all about tools not about yourself.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks

[@foundit6088]

That was a great video and restoration. I just bought a 5-1/2c and was wondering how to clean up the corrugated sole. Thank you for taking the time to show all your work. Excellent!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks!!

[@lowellsmith4062]

very well done where are the pall 47:48 on dates

[@randycamp4280]

I just bought a1948 model I believe. The front tote is higher and does not have the patent dates in the bed. Mine has a corrugated sole too. I have your model also, but I like restoring them and getting them back in working order. Great video!

[@MartinPaulsen87]

That turned out absolutely gorgeous!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@paddymoynihan9011]

The very best restoration I've seen great job.

[@mattg6262]

I just restored what I believe is a No. 5 or 5 1/2 Craftsman made in England. I finished right before getting my bench grinder. So much more work sanding by hand oh my gosh. You did some nice work on this.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks!

[@mattg6262]

@@acraftsmansarsenal do you know of a website where I could get more information about the plane I have?

[@ZX9RDan]

Sure did give that knob a good scrub!!! Sorry, couldn't resist. I have a rusty #4 (I think) with a ridged sole like yours. I will try to follow your example. I hope it's ot overly damaged underneath the rust. Good job!!

[@moobaz8675]

Cracking job.

[@caffeinatedstudent]

Great job, this was satisfying to watch and I hope to see more restorations!

[@mikedoseck3910]

I enjoyed the full restoration process. It would be helpful to have a list of different solutions used to duplicate your work. The take off on the screwdrivers seemed a waste of time and interfered with the theme. Overall it was good and helpful.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks Mike, I appreciate the feedback.

[@seanporter113]

Very strong work my friend. I always enjoy seeing expertise taking such care to restore such classic design. These planes just feel so natural in the hand. When they are restored there’s a sense of historic artifact and yet precision at the same time. Love the video.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!! I appreciate the feedback and I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@johnjensen5540]

Beautiful. This makes me want one so bad.

[@Expedient_Mensch]

Great stuff. I restore a lot of old tools as I have a friend who operates a scrapping business and keeps me in a fairly constant supply of contenders. My policy with how far to restore is loosely; clean up as much as possible with solvent or soap and a wire brush, repair only what is actually broken and only lap or grind what affects the functionality. I use a brass wire brush on my grinder, it causes less damage and I use diamond stones and scary sharp. Good luck with your channel and I hope to see more in the future.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you! I really appreciate it!!

[@fdegeorge2000]

It’s still a nice plane! All but two my planes came to me in bad condition. Looks great 👍

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks

[@kevinrivera6021]

Beautiful restoration, just as a tip you can get better results with the brass let them on lemon juice for a night so in the morning you just go and wipe it up with paper, seriously it does all the job and we no need to use metal brushe that might scratch it a little bit. IMHO...

[@ludwikj-p4118]

Beautyfull work & plane.

[@kudnabeefhooked5285]

Beautiful work.

[@jazzersten]

Well done restoration.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@hectorlao8604]

I like your restoration process and your calm way of explaining the techniques used. EXCELLENT bro!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@123reivax123]

A beautiful, sensitive job. Done well.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you.

[@luisponce7820]

¡Felicidades, un excelente trabajo de restauración! ¡Gracias por compartirlo!

[@georgeshelton6281]

I already realized it so that, about this jack plane; it took a lot longer to restore than most jack planes I've seen earlier on before. 😳 😐 😬

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

When noticing the video was 47:47 in length I decided to make popcorn and kick back for good entertainment.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Awesome, thanks for watching and commenting! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@BenNawrath]

What I’ve done for the brass knobs with knurling is either only run the wire wheel with the “grain”, so it gets in between, or use a nylon wheel on my dremel to get in there. Not the scotchbrite, but like nylon bristles. Works awesome. Not really applicable here, but rustoleum makes clear paint. It’s great for metals where you like the patina but don’t want it to rust more, like the handles on the drill press I did.

[@williamlowman8684]

Really came out nice thanks for showing us

[@MrWorldasmaya]

I hope this is helpful, as I haven't seen anyone mention it. BOTH the No 5C Type 11 and Type 12 had 3 Patent stamps. The way you tell them apart is by the adjustment nut (knob). There were two sizes of adjustment nuts made: An adjustment nut 1" in diameter (called a 'small') is only on the type 11 and an adjustment nut 1 1/4" in diameter (called a 'large') is a type 12. There is no way to distinguish a type 11 from a type 12 by just the number of listed patents:).

[@dennisspiehs5822]

Beautiful job considering

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you

[@1stinlastout165]

Great job, what I think about when restoring and using old tools is what the person was thinking and the job they were using it on, back then it would of been a major purchase just like power tools of today, I use both but hand tools are the real feeling on making something no one else has!

[@highway7562]

To fill the depressions in the wood you can mix up some shellac and your sanding dust and the repair is not noticeable. I believe the original wood was finished with shellac.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks, I’ll have to give that a try.

[@bobbystanley8580]

I love the narration. Great video

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback.

[@user-wy5ik6zq4r]

Looks good, great job

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@billedgar297]

Great job😎

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks

[@clutions]

Conservation! Awesome!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@Nighthawkrun]

Great job on that

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@Heeman5]

Awesome video. I learned so much. I’m glad I came upon this before I start restoring my other planes. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful!!

[@Anunnaki-z7i]

Great job, definitely a labor of love. Glad that you kept it looking like its age and not blasted it with new paint or any other aggressive measures. Just subscribed.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks, I appreciate it!!

[@MtnBike60532]

Nice work! I just picked up a Type 13 and hope to do something similar with it. However, I plan to use mine as my primary plane.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks! That’s cool, I hope it turns out well.

[@aslamtu]

Nice shaving

[@judythymian3469]

Great video, you need better audio, but love the way you handled the plane!🌵🤠

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you! Yeah, I need to get a microphone for my next video.

[@danfrench5118]

I am working on a type 11 as I watch this.

[@ccas6771]

Great job. How about that Wilton Bullet vise?

[@christopherkouri2317]

Outstanding job sir!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@budmartin8297]

Nice job.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks

[@jazbuilding]

Nice video. Beautiful tool and I liked the thought that went into your decisions. I've restored a couple planes and feel the 100 year old but cared for look is the best. I'd have liked to see how the epoxy filler ended up on the tote. Also curious how the Japaning was in such great shape while the body was pitted. You win some and lose some, I suppose. Thanks for taking the time to post.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks, I really appreciate that. The epoxy had a few bubbles in it so I didn’t turn out amazing. I think the japanning was in such great condition because the plane was just neglected not abused. I doubt it got used much but it just got left outside for years.

[@alexgilmore2986]

Nice job

[@Michael-ul8bv]

Very nice, i lije the fact that you didnt try to make it new

[@jensdavidsen4557]

I've got a multi-part restoration series on a Type 13 #5C - the sole is now flat to 0.0001" all around - one ten-thousandth of an inch. Extreme overkill but it is pretty satisfying. Just have the woodwork and sharpening left

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Cool, I’ll have to check it out.

[@jensdavidsen4557]

@@acraftsmansarsenal I appreciate it!

[@alanjossie3514]

I'd like to see you make a pass with that.See what you could peel up and how to adjust it correctly have necessary

[@markenna5955]

I have had great luck with scotch-bright disks, they come in different grades.

[@_BigLife_]

Nicely done

[@philipchandler330]

Excellent

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thank you!

[@chefmike4171]

Thanks. Well done

[@RestorationsFOD]

Beautiful

[@diegohperez6434]

Very good job I really enjoyed thanks I say hello from London

[@KOKO-jo6ty]

good job!!!

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks!

[@josephbarre38]

Would a brass wheel be better for restoration or maybe a hard felt wheel with a fine abrasive applied

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

A brass wire wheel wouldn’t do a very good job of removing rust. I have seen people use the 3M scotch bright wheels to remove rust though.

[@sjchapin]

What specific wire wheels were you using on the grinder and the Dremel?

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

The wire wheel on the grinder is a Forney brand, fine bristle (which I highly recommend). The wire wheel that I used with the Dremel is not intended for use with a Dremel and it’s just a “no name”. I couldn’t tell you where to find them. I think I got that one at an estate sale.

[@georgeshelton6281]

This jack plane was patented in 1900, if it's 102 years old. It has no flat bottom.

[@wooliegeek]

What kind of wire brush are you using on your buffer and what speed. I’ve really been struggling trying to clean up the corrugations.

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

It’s a Forney brand, fine bristle wire wheel

[@edhilton1623]

I found a nylon brush 6” dia that i use whenever possible. Doesn’t seem to do any damage to the metal parts.

[@Heeman5]

What brand of wire wheel are you using?

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

It’s a Forney brand wire wheel. I highly recommend them, they work great and they last a long time.

[@Heeman5]

@@acraftsmansarsenal thank you. I appreciate your reply. I’ll certainly look for one.

[@BogdanKhmelnitsky-r3m]

ALL handles break in one place! What is the reason?

[@tedwarden1608]

Use and pressure. They’re replaceable.

[@BogdanKhmelnitsky-r3m]

@@tedwarden1608 I think they are improperly designed. IMO.

[@againstthegrainwoodworking]

I’ve heard that expression before but I don’t know what it means. What is japanning?

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Japanning is a thick paint that is baked on. It’s been described to me as being a tar based paint rather than oil based. So that makes it very durable.

[@ParadisePromises]

@@acraftsmansarsenal Thank you for that information.

[@donjmaciver]

Yeah, nice job. Pity about all the mysterious substances used in the cleanup. When it comes to assembly, always start with the tote, then the fully assembled frog…….

[@k9six185]

I have this ones twin…in about the same condition

[@kathleenmaloney4927]

Amazing work???

[@fdegeorge2000]

You need a gun blue touch up pen.

[@danathreadgall252]

Sure dissembled easy

[@roybailey1134]

Type 11 , I have one the same

[@daiburt1833]

Sorry mate only made it half way I'm sure it turned out lovely .but a bit long for me I'm afraid .

[@acraftsmansarsenal]

Thanks for the feedback. I totally understand, and because of the length I also made a short version. I edited out a lot of the talking and sped up some sections. If you get a chance watch that one and let me know what you think. Thanks!

[@daiburt1833]

I definitely will . My comment was in no way a criticism of your work and not meant to offend .one of my biggest passions is restoring old tool's . although not back to New or better than new as some do because I believe a tool should be used . Kind regards Dai from Wales .