I came across some old tools, lots of axes that looked really cool.
They also had a #3 and a #5 2/5, I jumped on the #3 ( I have wanted on of these for a while) it has a broken tote that had tape on it, and the regulation dust and crud. I can glue the tote it looks like some nice wood color in the tote but it is darkened by the old tape glue. Blade looks a little thin, but I have some others. The Japaning looks to be intact. Looking at the set of tools the owner seemed to know what he was doing and the tools look used but not miss treated. I forgot to get a photo of the bottom and mouth, but it looks good. This is my first made in USA plane all the other ones are made in Canada. So despite the negative comments I think it will come out to be a great addition to the team.
After reading the 5 1/2 thread below, I think I will go back and see it it is still there, it was also a good price $20.00.
It will be fun to dig down through the layers and see exactly what is their.
I will post the after photo.
Cheers Ron.
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