I Perfectly Restored This Treasure : Stanley Router Plane No. 71 1/2
This video is about restoring an antique Stanley router plane no. 71 1/2
I bought this plane from an old man in a Flea market but I had no idea how this tool should look like. I was amazed by the patina and the tool itself. After some research I found that except the blade, body and the knobs, all other parts was not original. I decided to start the restoration project no matter what. After sandblasting I used black powder coating and not japanning because I have the opinion that Stanley used japanning because it was one of the most durable finish at that time. I'm convinced that if it had been available in that era, epoxy paint or powder coating, Stanley would have used, like they do it now. Also, in the middle of restoration video you'll see me making a thread on a rod because the old threaded rod was not original. Maybe many of you will say why I didn't use a threaded rod. The answer is that the thread does not exist in my country and that is why I had to make that thread on a steel bar.
Also, almost to the final restoration I restored the collar. It was not original too, but I tried to find an original one and the price was $37 and the shipping to my country $41. I decided to not buy because is too expensive for a collar. I know that means the router plane will remain not original, but I tried my best to make a perfect restoration.
I am beyond grateful that I can made a restoration to a Stanley tool. It was very challenging and a pleasure to work with.
I only hope you will like this restoration video as much as I put the effort inside.
Cheers and stay safe guys !!
#restoration #stanleyrestoration #routerplanerestoration
Hope you’ll like the video and don’t forget to subscribe!! Also, if you have questions, I will reply to all 👌🤩🤗🤗 cheers guys 🍻
What is the purple solution?
@@AlvaroLucard This is ethanol alcohol to clean before nickel plating. It has purple color to distinguish it is not drinking one ;) It is around 90% vol.
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Awesome as always man!
I like video you😍😍
Perfect job!! The little wing screw you made looked so nice after polishing.
Can't wait for you next restoration video also.
The restoration’s godfather wrote me a comment 😀 glad you liked it my friend and thanks you was here for watching 😘
@@CoolAgainRestoration A compliment from my mechanics Worth more than a regular compliment
Easily two best restoration channels out there!!!
@@shaneszczecinski2566 Couldn't have said it better myself.
Bravo David! This one was My mechanics level 🥳👏
Thanks a lot Tysy 🤗🤗 I wait your new video 😍 I already know is awesome 😎👏
I love how restoration community members support each other
I thought the same thing exactly! Waiting for your video as well Tysy 🤗
@@somyRed ikr?
It surely was an amazing job, Tysy.
Those handles turned out absolutely gorgeous. I love how restorations like this end up making it look better than it ever would have brand new because they were mass produced. Turning something like this into a work of art is just a joy to watch.
Thank you very much Alex 😊 lovely words 😇
Excuseme 😊😊
I believe those handles are rosewood. Can’t find Rosewood much anymore. Anyways I agree they came out gorgeous👍👍😄😎🇨🇱
@@rico1319 Definitely not rosewood. Most likely a hardwood do to the nature of their use, based on the way they took stain it's most likely red oak, especially being an American company and produced in the 1900s
@@colbywood1785 Late models of this type, c. 1941, have rosewood knobs.
As a passionate woodworker I can only express my deepest sympathies for this perfect restoration job. Absolutely stunning ⭐
Thank you very much Olaf and glad you liked it 👍🏻😊
@@CoolAgainRestoration 02:56 " *Stanley No. 71 1/2* Patented *10-29-01.* " Alright, CoolAgainRestoration... Guess the patent date here: Is it *October 29th, 1901 AD* (122 years) or rather *October 29th, 2001 AD* (22 years) right there 🤔🙄?
@@rahadianaryo5979 1901 🙂 This style of plane has actually been around since 1884, but this specific iteration with the cutter adjustment wheel was patented in 1901.
I just wanna say I've been searching so long trying to find anyone who holds a candle to my mechanics(since there is some time between his uploads :( ) and you are by far the best I've found. Most people don't powercoat, don't block sand, don't mill new parts. Really impressed and love that feeling of "well he should probably do it this way" and then you do(or another better way!) Keep up the great work!
Thank you very much Mike 😊 glad you like my videos and I try my best every time
Same.
That turned out amazing, a tool that needed some TLC, got it, and will now last a lifetime for the next generation. I always admire the work you guys do. Excellent job.
Thank you very much Randy 😊👌
Unbelievable! This isn't restoration. It's a work of art. Many many congratulations ❤
Thanks and glad you liked it so much 😊
I have only been watching for a short time and I am fascinated by your efforts! This is much more enjoyable then watching television.. Thank you for doing this for us.
Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed so much . Cheers !
Yes, that's as perfect a restoration of a vintage Stanley treasure as I've seen! No foolin', even on April 1!
Regardless of the original finish, you have done a superb job on this iconic tool. The one I restored had a nickel finish. The depth rod has a 1/4-24 thread, not a common size here either. I use it for furniture repair and restore. The cutters are available from Lee Valley here in the U.S. for about $20. Used ones on E-Bay cost around $60. I replaced all the hardware with hard brass with walnut handles (my personal touch). Your restores are all beautiful, please continue to post them. (And don't worry about them being different, that is your personal touch!) Thanks for another awesome restore.
Thanks for these kind words mate 😊 cheers
I bought one of these in 1979. I was a 1st year apprentice workshop joiner. Now retired,I still have it. A fantastic tool. In Scotland we called it a Granny Tooth. You did a fantastic job 👍
Thanks a lot Gary 👍
For me. I do not care if it is original or not. You got an old and broken tool and made it useable again. Not only that. You made it beautiful. Better than new.
Thank you very much Stanley 😊glad you liked it
The long hours you put into this restoration really show. Outstanding dedication to that beautiful tool.
Thank you very much Alfonso 😊
Wow. Beautifully done, sir. It certainly ranks among the best restorations/video products you’ve done. 👏
Thank you very much B 👏 and thanks you are here every time 👌
Shed your intrepidations, Stanley, given the chance, would duly salute your efforts. Absolutely stunning. I have one of those, a tad younger, but of a non powered era, and will now revere it with new light. Mike.
Thanks a lot Mike , glad you enjoyed so much 😊
I really hope you kept this one! A beautiful tool like that requires good craftsmanship!
Yes, I keep them in my collection 😊
Beautiful job as always. Love the attention to detail and the fact that you are able to actually make missing or damaged pieces in your non-industrial level little shop is seriously impressive.
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In the UK carpentry trade these were lovingly calling a "grannies tooth" I still use my dads to this day, its an invaluable tool for doing blind mortises.
Very nice finding there are people who still use this tool 🤩
Spectacular restoration of the hand router. It really makes you think how far we have come with power tools! I imagine furniture makers using this tool to create edges on drawers, wardrobes etc in the late 19th and early 20th century. How much time and precision it must have taken to produce a piece. You are bringing the world of hand woodworking back for us all to appreciate. Just wonderful!
Thanks a lot for being here Leigh , and for all the support you gave me 😊 wish you all the best
I'm not sure what I'm most impressed about, the beautiful restorations you do or the fact that you react to basicly every single comment on your videos. That's true dedication there! Really glad that I found your channel, keep up the amazing work!
Thank you very much Martin 😊 I try my best on both 😇 making nice restorations and replying to all my subscribers
truly amazing job! Really loved how the handles turned out!
Thanks Filippo 😊
I would love a plane like that. It's perfect. Love it. Well done sir. I love watching you work. Some people think sanding is boring. Not this guy!!
Thank you very much and glad you enjoyed 😊 cheers
Absolutely lovely plane. And a great restoration video to use as a light guide for a Millers Falls copy I ran into the other day! Even if it mostly falls under “flatten sole”. Can’t wait to get started on that
Another amazing restoration!! Your skills, patience, and talent are incredible!! SO glad I subscribed to your channel. Please keep up the fantastic work!!
Thank you very much Mike and glad you are here 👌😎
Just a tip from someone with a metallurgy background, when using sandpaper to clean a surface, turn the component you are sanding 90° between each step. Makes it extremely easy to see when you have removed all previous sanding marks, and it will actually speed up the process immediately. I used to get down to a 0.02 micron mirror finish this way, and it was relatively quick.
Hi! Yeah, I know the theory and I know why is used like that but is hard to have nice footages for the video and making correct work. I think I made some turning to 90 degree from 120 to 150 grit
@@CoolAgainRestoration ahh good to see. I just have been there with past projects stuck with boring sanding. No matter what you choose to do, your results are great!
Thanks a lot man 👌and Thanks for the tip 👏
Awesome tip man. Never heard of this before.
mymechanics and COOL AGAIN are two of my favorite restorers. Your lathe and milling skills stand out along with your tool and technique usage. But it's the attention to detail that also stands out. Who else makes custom tools just for one item, one project? Both of you. Well done Sir 👏
Thanks a lot and glad you enjoy my content ! Thanks for being here too 😊 I will try my best every time
My favorite part is the test. Not only restored parts are beautiful but they’re fully functional.
Thanks a lot 😊
You definitely created a beautiful tool in the end. Very nice attention to detail. Having said that, it’s hard as a die hard Stanley collector to see someone remove finish and powdercoat an antique. Removing the casting marks takes away the character. A quick google search will show those knobs are NOT original and Stanley used a lot of rosewood back in the day that loved a nice bit of wax rather than thick lacquer. While beautiful, restorations like these strip away the history and character from an old tool and just turn them into something new. Having said that, you are very talented and do very nice work.
Exactly. He made just a good new tool out of a historic item. Those casting marks tell a story about how it was made, to bad he removed them. Knobs are to shiny now.
In the car enthusiast world they call this a "resto mod" - I guess making something old into a like-new, somewhat improved version of an item. Certainly not a restoration. The varnish is awful for a good tool handle in my opinion. I think boiled linseed oil would have been nicer and more useful. From your collecting, can you tell me what the two chamfered holes in the tool base are for? Some kind of accessory mount provision? Also, in use does the plane get used in either direction: pushing and or pulling? Thanks!
I seen many people that pulled and pushed this tool. I don’t know exactly when you can do that. Because I saw a woodworker who only pulled the tool when he want to obtain a nice finish. Probably depend on what job you do . That 2 holes are for fences. This tool came with 2 fences that help to guide the tool when you have a specific job to do 👍
Very impressive job, man. It would certainly preferable you to apply the original japanning instead. There are some easy recipes in a stunning channel (HTR). Anyway, the piece you restored looks as good as new. Keep on going!
Thank you very much Sandro. I wrote on description why I didn’t used japanning .
@@CoolAgainRestoration Makes even more sense if it's a tool you plan on using
Japanning is cool and I love that HTR uses is, but it's over rated, imo.
Modern epoxy coatings are more durable than japanning. It's why it's no longer widely used.
BEAUTIFUL work and a pleasure to watch.
Something so simple turned out like a piece of art,I wouldn’t know where to begin restoring anything,so god knows why I love watching videos like these,I’d have that on my bookcase shelf as a bookend,too good to use again as a working tool Love and peace from Ireland
Lovely words 👏 thanks mate 👌 🇮🇪
Great job! The only thing that I do not like are the shiny handles. Linseed oil and no staining would be better IMO.
Thanks Stefan. In original condition they was stained and very shiny. I think Stanley used shellac or something like that. To be honest, I was disappointed because my knobs was not so shiny like OC 😊😀
making it look better than it ever would have brand new because they were mass produced. Turning something like this into a work of art is just a joy to watch.
Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed so much 😊 cheers
Love how you remove the casting marks. Other restoration channels miss this step and it shows a real attention to detail for me.
Thanks and glad you are on the same opinion like me 😊
I agree completely with your reasoning regarding japanning vs powder coating.
Thanks a lot and glad you agreed 👍
I love seeing this level of attention to detail. Nicely done
Thank you very much mate 😊
I've watched several professionals, but you are the best.
Thanks a lot Vladimir 😊
“Has seen better days”, talk about an understatement!!! Fantastic job!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Samantha 😊
The #71 is one of my favourite planes, seeing the state of that poor little chap made me want to cry. Beautiful job on the restoration.
Thank you very much 😊 to be honest, I didn’t worked with a #71 planer or something similar but restoring this, was awesome
Amazing! Over the top! 😎👍👍
Thanks 😊
Высшая лига! Привет из Беларуси! 🇧🇾
Ya know, while I will never stop loving the look of old, weathered wood and metal with a bit of patina, along with the imperfections that come from the casting process, this was a beautiful restoration. Good job.
Thank you very much Oh 😊
Beautiful restoration, I'm glad you kept it looking good and restored its functionality. Nice work! Good luck!
That was pretty cool using a Stanley vice to hold the Stanley plane. 👍
Thanks Thomas 😊
That’s totally amazing. A true work of art. Well done.
Thank you very much! Cheers 😊
You have done a great work. 😀😀
Thank you very much 😊
Excellent restoration 👍👍👍Thanks for sharing
Glad you liked it 😊
Normally I don't enjoy watch restoration work on old junks. But this one is different. Not only it recovered a tool with history, but also shows lots of skills. Thank you for sharing with your profession.
Glad you liked it so much. Thanks a lot 😊
Good to see no corners cut! Excellent job! Reminds me of, "my mechanics", and not many people can do that!!!!!
Glad to hear that Gray 👍🏻 many Thanks
This is probably my favourite restoration I've seen. I love how you restored a functional item and made it absolutely beautiful. So important and wonderful!
Thanks Audrey and glad you liked it so much 😊
Wow! You did an excellent job!
Thanks Helen 😊
Lovely job mate! Better than a new one. 10/10
Thanks and glad you enjoyed 😊
A new video from both Hand Tool Rescue and Cool Again Restoration in the same day? Yes please!
😎👌
The router plane is restored to exceptional!
Thanks a lot 😊
Wow beautiful job ! Thank you for the video!
Glad you liked it William 😊👌
when my grandfather passed in 1971 the family, (i was 8) found & disbursed all of these wonderful tools and other items from the "old country" that all disappeared through the march of time. you & your channel gives reverence to detail, precision & a love of working with ones hands. bravo
Thanks David ! Glad you liked it 😊
Very very cool! Beautiful work! I’d love that piece. Thanks!
Thanks and glad you liked it 😊
The powder painting is always my favourite part!
Thanks Gabriel 😊
Przepiękna jest zrobiona ta robota pozdrawiam twórcę tego filmiku serdecznie 👍👍👍👍
Thank you very much mate 👍
David ce as putea spune , cuvintele sunt de prisos imaginile vorbesc de la sine. Inca o data m-ai lasat fara cuvinte. Te felicit.👏👏👏
Mersi frumos încă o data ! Salutari 👌
Outstanding effort. That should last another hundred years.
Thank you very much buddy. Will last for sure 😎👌
Brilliant reatoration friend, the way they used to be made, have a nice day !!!.
Thank you very much Brian 😊
Beautiful restoration love the tension to details from scrap to stunning perfection 🥰
Glad you liked it Gaynor 😊 thank you very much
Beautiful! Good for another hundred years.
Thanks a lot 😊
This is a stunning restoration. My Dad was a boat builder so there were tools like this in his workshop. Thanks for showing us this beautiful tool.
Thank you very much and glad you liked it 😊
Hello, nice skills. A good usable plane in the end. Thanks for taking the time to film and show.👍👍👍.
Glad you liked it Christopher 😊
☺️you found my gadget. Thank you for making it new again. I’ll take it back now😁
😅😅 you are welcome
It was a joy to see the simplicity of this restoration. It is incredible. Quite enjoyable.
Thanks and Glad you enjoyed 😊
@@CoolAgainRestoration You can appreciate me by giving me a shoutout. It would be helpful to me.
That belongs in the Stanley museum. Absolutely beautiful. ❤
Thanks a lot Christoper 😊
They have shown excelent way of restretion.
beautiful! I love old stanley tools, and you definitely did it justice. you even went above and beyond to machine all threads that could've bought for 50 cents. A lot of trouble, but omg it was all worth it in the end. Nice job
Thanks mate and glad you liked it 😊
David, you kick ass man! Love your work...its therapy to watch a true artist perform at this level!! 🎉
Thanks a lot for this feedback and for your lovely words 😊
What a beautiful restoration. You have been so sensitive in your decisions and the restored router is just lovely.
Glad you liked it Peta 😊
Wow! Excellent! I have none of these skills, so appreciate you sharing!
Thank you very much B P 😊
I have never used and never will use tools like this, but I'll happily watch all these videos! Thanks so much for doing this and sharing the videos with us! It is so satisfying, relaxing and mesmerizing to watch a true master's work!
Thank you very much Sergey and glad you liked it 😊
Nice to see this old plane restored. The old Stanley tools were as much works of art as they were practical tools. I have several that I inherited from my grandfather who was a master carpenter. They are still fine tools and very usable and much superior to the low quality imported junk from some far east countries.. Thanks for your patience and fine work.
Thanks William and glad you liked it so much 😊 keep safe that tools
What an amazing job. You need to be not so hard on yourself. You can only work with the materials you have available and replacing parts that were not original anyway made the tool so much more pleasing to the eye and functional. The hand router is a very fine tool to have in your tool collection making you the envy of many a woodworker and I am certain that Stanley would be very please to see how beautifully you restored their tool.
Thanks a lot Mick and glad you liked it so much 😊
Every time I see your clip I first upvote and then watch it. I believe in you
That’s are lovely words and thank you very much for doing this. Really appreciate 👏
@@CoolAgainRestoration Top quality as always! Thank you for that I can learn so much from you! You're a star. Wish you all the best.
You are a master man of restoration, well done ..
Thank you very much Michael 😊
Absolutely stunning work as usual 👏
Thanks a lot Chris 😊
Wooow, I’m a woodworker and I gotta say that thing is beautiful. What an amazing job. Earned my sub
Thanks and glad you liked it so much 😊
My hat is off to you sir.You are a Master.Lathe work was magnificent.
Thank you very much and glad you liked it 😊
This Guy finds some NEAT stuff!!!!
Perfect restoration of a really cool tool - and a very good video documentation 👍😎
Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed so much 😊
Awesome. Very good job.
Thank you very much 😊
Beautifully done. Missouri USA
Thanks a lot Jack 😊
Oh, it is a real beauty!! Thanks for saving it.👋🙂🌻🇺🇲
Thanks Linda and glad you liked it so much 😊
That's amazing, your skill level is beyond words. A true artist.
AHHH! You used it! Looks wonderful!
Glad you liked it Henry 😊
I didn’t believe that any channel held a candle to My Mechanics. I’m starting to believe otherwise. The element that has made him the pinnacle of restorations, aside from his tools, is his uncompromising attention to detail. You have risen to that echelon! You have a new subscriber, and that sir is the greatest compliment I can give, because I subscribe to precious few. Bravo!
Thanks a lot Curtis! Like I said , I will try my best to delight you 😊
This has to be one of the finest restorations I have seen on KZhead. And I watch a LOT of restoration videos. Outstanding.
Lovely words 😊 thank you very much 😊
One of those tool to put the use of on one's bucket list
Exactly what KZhead is for, keep up the restorations, ty for your time God Bless You Brother 🙏 ✝️
Thank you very much man
Beautiful restoration! Love how precise you work and your attention to detail with making it like the original. Keep the restorations coming!
Thank you very much Katherin and glad you liked it 😊
I'm impressed with the finished product, very professional! Such a cool tool and slick restoration... Bravo!
Thanks a lot Chris 😊
I have to say this is absolutely beautiful. I love your attention to detail! Absolutely fantastic job!
Thank you very much Ty Claire 😊
A thing of beauty and joy forever. Those handles look good enough to eat! A lovely tool revived.
Thank you very much Jill 😊
It is so nice to see this level of restoration! I don’t know of anyone that is doing this type of work, it’s Art! I would love for you to do a video of a tour around your shop. Your equipment is first rate. Thanks
Thanks a lot Sam and glad you liked it so much 😊
WOW! Workmanship on another level altogether. I don't think anyone would actually want to use it now... With skills like that you should be making the whole thing.
Glad you liked it Harold 😊