I have an old hand plane, at least 60+ years, that is missing the front knob. That in its self is no issue as I make one. the issue is the threads on the studs that attaches it. A 1/4 - 20 seems like the right thread loose. A 12 - 24 seems like the right diameter but the wrong thread. I cant locate a 12 -20 threaded nut anywhere. First question is does anyone have any idea what the thread might be based on what I have said and if so where I might be able to find a nut. Sorry but I can not find any indication on the plane as to whom the manfucature is.