I pulled the trigger on the classified ad the other day that listed a LN #2 bronze bench plane and a LV #4 bench plane. The planes ended up being in almost brand new condition and really can't see where he even made shavings with them. The blade irons were also extremely sharp and sharpened properly. I ended up leaving out of there with those two planes for $220. I think I did ok for myself and have fallen in love with the LN #2. I never thought that I would have much use for a #2 but I was way off. I think this may get more use than any other planes I own except my LN Model Makers plane. Damn that thing is a workhorse, especially considering it's size. Very happy customer.