Inventorying the Stanley No45 combination plane w/ a brief overview of the parts

[@What_Other_Hobbies]

Definitely needed this video, need this video and will need this video.

[@RGRGJKK]

Pura vida mi amigo great review could you made a video about a type study of the Stanley 45 combinations planes ? Pura vida

[@nickmastro9287]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I have been waiting a long time to purchase a 45 and just recently found one that didn’t cost an arm and leg. I have found your videos very helpful for all my planes.

[@justplanefun]

Thank You for watching! I’m very glad to hear that you’ve found these videos helpful 🙂

[@HWCism]

This video was great. I was fortunate two years ago to purchase a 45 at a yard sale, complete with all the cutters for $20. I couldn’t believe my luck. Wasn’t sure what it was or how to use it. Almost resold it until I did some research on it. Would have been a big mistake. I have since learned how to use it will not part with it. 😊. Really appreciate it. Thanks

[@justplanefun]

$20 is highway robbery!

[@rustysnails]

Great vid. Much help trying to get my head around latest purchase. It's missing a few bits and pieces that I will acquire over time. The one part I am curious about is the thread on part 86, the fence arm set screw on the movable fence. The other flat head thumb screws and the arm set screws all appear to be 1/4-28 not easily found in Australia where metric rules. Can anyone offer help with thread specs?

[@justplanefun]

It should be a 10-28 thread. I have reproduction screws available and I have 10-28 taps and dies available. I also ship to Australia regularly so let me know if you’re interested. I send one large box to one customer but there are smaller packages inside said box. The recipient catches the box and forwards all the smaller packages using your postal system

[@philipchandler330]

Thanks so much just received mine today. I need some reference material you mentioned for setup and operation if you have available. I would like to order from you.

[@justplanefun]

Unfortunately I don’t have any of the books mentioned in the video available for sale at the moment

[@vincethomrm]

So there's more than one #45 model? My 45 has no micro adjustable fence 🤔

[@justplanefun]

Lots of them have a fixed fence. The really early 45s didn’t have wood on them

[@RGRGJKK]

Pura vida mi amigo could make one video about each type thanks .pura vida guys

[@justplanefun]

I do plan to make a type study video for the no45, I just haven’t made the time to create the video yet

[@martydom666]

Icneed a left sided fence for a Stanley 55 and the blade boxes i got all the blades. Also i need a screw that locks the skate adjuster where the rods slide in. Idkcthe name of the locker

[@justplanefun]

Email me at [e-mail] or find me on Facebook at Just Plane Fun - the parts division

[@josephtowers5959]

My complete Stanley 45: metalic box...

[@justplanefun]

Sounds like a gem!

[@georgeb.wolffsohn30]

I received a #45 from my great uncle after he died . Now maybe I can gdt to using it.

[@justplanefun]

They’re great once you get the hang of it. Just don’t give up!

[@Briandoc]

Do you still have the two catalogs you showed in this video?

[@justplanefun]

Unfortunately I sold out of both

[@Mr_Rick]

Do you have any pointers on how to sharpen the "slitter" that is used for veneer?

[@justplanefun]

The way I understand it is each of the 4 “faces” should be flattened separately in order to bring the edges to a point but I’ll be honest - I’ve never sharpened one before

[@ruaraidhmaccormick4677]

Where can I get the black covered book do you have them for sale

[@justplanefun]

You can try eBay. Unfortunately I don’t have any currently

[@Mr_Rick]

Excellent presentation! Have you ever tried using Lee Valley's combination plane fluting blades in the Stanley 45?

[@justplanefun]

I haven’t tried that before. I have a contemporary Veritas plane but it’s the skewed version so the irons wouldn’t be compatible with a Stanley 45

[@Mr_Rick]

@justplanefun If you look at the LV site the blades look like they'd work in the 45. I've read from others that they'll work but wondered if you tried. LV is a good source of they do work. Cheers!

[@glideking]

That was a lot of fun. I use the cam rest for any cut where I want to stabilize the plane; helps keep it vertical. Slitter would have easily popped that wood off if you had done the other side as well. 45 is a very handy tool. Use mine all the time.

[@timbarry5080]

What is an original, full set going for now? Original box, instructions, everything in seemingly unused condition . Thank you

[@justplanefun]

It depends on where and when it goes up for sale. $300-400 is not unrealistic for a complete No45 as you’re describing

[@timbarry5080]

@@justplanefun thank you. There is one on ebay right now. I was gonna pull the trigger on it but I just had to spend a bunch of money on my truck today lol. Thanks again!

[@morganhurst_redridge]

Great video, just picked one of these up tonight for a great price, with the only issue being that the set screw for the adjustable fence was sheared off. I was able to get everything apart without damage but do you have any advice on removing what's left of the screw and then finding a replacement?

[@justplanefun]

If you’re on Facebook, find me there at Just Plane Fun - the parts division. If not, feel free to email me some pics to [e-mail]

[@jamesmeier432]

What an awesome resource, especially for someone new to a 45.

[@justplanefun]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@triune_blades]

I was lucky enough to have a complete cam rest with both No 45s I have. I recently found one with a micro fence as well. I was super excited about. Great video series so far!

[@kcirful]

Great video and very detailed. Thank you!

[@justplanefun]

Thanks for watching! I really want to do a similar video on the No55 but time is proving to be elusive.

[@derekdolecki2759]

Great video MJ. As CS would say " Cheers "

[@josephglover3595]

Thanks again. This was very helpful 🙂

[@bigsecondrow]

Hi, can you help me find two brass screws for the handle of a Stanley no. 12 scraper please?

[@justplanefun]

You can find me on Facebook at Just Plane Fun - the parts division or email me at [e-mail]

[@Vincent-S]

Haha yeah the screwdriver would be nice, as well as the spares. I just got an almost complete 45 with the cutters for super cheap and the screw for the spurs are just barely useable to remove. Do the screws and spurs on a no. 78 fit on the 45? Still fun to use though! I’m planning on trying to make a couple hollow and round bases as an experiment since those are supposed to be rare.

[@justplanefun]

The spurs themselves are interchangeable between the 78 and the 45 but the spur screws for the 78 are longer and won’t fit the 45. I sell replacement screws and/or spurs if you need some

[@mjac8373]

Nice channel new discovery for me. Am wondering if you have spare parts for sale for Stanley planes?

[@justplanefun]

Absolutely. Spare parts is the heart and soul of what I do. Feel free to join us at “Just Plane Fun - the parts division” on Facebook or email me at [e-mail]

[@billenger865]

Thanks for the informative video! It's very timely for me, as I just fell down the rabbit hole. I now have a very incomplete 45 with good bones. Will be asking you about some parts!

[@justplanefun]

Sounds great. Look forward to hearing from you

[@fredpierce6097]

It’s a wonder that anybody can find a complete 45 given the myriad of parts!

[@justplanefun]

Fortunately there have been collectors out there for a long time. They’ve blessed us by preserving these old tools. Now it’s up to us to keep it going…

[@arboristBlairGlenn]

Great presentation. Thank you

[@justplanefun]

Thanks for watching! Let me know if you have any questions or if you need any parts.

[@arboristBlairGlenn]

@@justplanefun I have two 45’s (one pretty complete in a box), I have a 46 with cutters and a 55 in a box that looks almost new. In fairness, I hardly ever use them but you have inspired me to get them out and try. I also have a large collection of wooden planes that I enjoy getting them to work again. I’m also a KZbinr with my channel called Arborist Blair Glenn on trees and tree care.

[@g.m.h.dr.ratheiser2109]

Great instruction - thanks a lot, Gershom Ratheiser (the Netherlands)

[@justplanefun]

I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@jimcarter4929]

You're a smart fellow on Stanley planes, so I have a question, but maybe not necessarily in your wheel house. I have asked a few people and no one seems to know answer. On Stanley later series (5 digit) plow combination plains not have a 3/4 inch cutter? For example my 12-250 has 17 piece cutter set and three others but goes from 5/8 to 7/8, skipping 3/4 and it is not listed as available in manual.Just curious to me.

[@justplanefun]

That is a great question and unfortunately I don’t have an answer either. I’ll have to look around and see if I can find something out.

[@clintbrown4691]

My thought would be in that era most of the so called one by dimensional lumber was 7/8 now one by is 3/4......

[@johnnyzone1967]

Videos like yours are great for knowing what to expect when buying or what to buy thereafter 👍. I received a Stanley no.45 in the mail on Thursday. Looks like a similar year with the SW logo as well. I negotiated down to a more reasonable price as it lacks the camber leveller, the two auxiliary depth stops and the cutters except one 1/8” iron that was in the tool. After an initial cleaning and oiling it appears to be mechanically sound. I have a set of no.50 cutters that I will notch on the side and use while I wait for a good deal to come around. It’s my preference to buy tools in needs of restoration to use. I would not want to use a museum piece and the tool becomes a personalised to my style of use.

[@justplanefun]

I’m glad it was helpful! I have plenty of no45 irons available if you ever want to chat about prices and such.

[@johnnyzone1967]

@@justplanefun Thanks MJ, I live outside the USA, can you direct me to your website (or recommend alternative) and I can contact you through there.

[@j.d.1488]

MJ, wife picked up a bunch of planes for me. Have a 54 , just missing rods both short and long. Are 50 and 54 interchangeable?

[@justplanefun]

The no54s are fairly uncommon and I don’t own one but to the best of my knowledge, the parts are all interchangeable between the 50 and 54. I have long rods (standard issue) available for it. Just to be sure, you meant 54 and *not* No45, correct?

[@j.d.1488]

@@justplanefun Yes. #54 Came with 3 of 8 blades. Are you an Ebay seller as well?

[@justplanefun]

I do sell on eBay but I don’t have much for no50 stuff listed right now.

[@j.d.1488]

What's stores name for future.

[@markvankoersveld5881]

This is very helpful.

[@justplanefun]

I’m very glad to hear that!

[@snort455]

thank you! great content and presentation.

[@justplanefun]

Glad it was helpful!