Stanley #3 and #4 Plane Tote - Lee Valley Tools

Tote Template for Stanley #2, #3 or #4 PlanesTote Template for Stanley #2, #3 or #4 PlanesInstructionsInstructionsThese templates can be used to make a replacementhandle for #2, #3 or #4 Stanley bench planes, as well asplanes that are essentially reproductions of those planes.Stanley #3 and #4 planes use the same tote, while the #2plane requires a smaller tote.Glue template tohandle blank.It should be noted that Stanley planes have beenmanufactured for many years and there are smalldifferences from type to type. The template is for atypical handle; however, it is best to measure the existinghandle and adjust the template accordingly, particularlywith regard to the relative sizes and locations of themounting details.The shape shown is that used on the standard productionplanes. Providing the critical dimensions (i.e., handle rodhole and associated mortises) are maintained, the outershape can be modified to suit the user. The template hasa 1 /4" scale printed along both edges of the sheet. Theseshould be checked against an accurate rule to ensurethat the template is at full scale before it is used. Thereare many reasons that a printed template may be offscale, including printer accuracy and humidity (likewood, paper moves with moisture content). In mostcases, scale the output from the printer, or use a scalingphotocopier to make any necessary adjustments. Also,do not print the template until you are ready to use it.Bore out the handle rod hole. Long narrow holes cansometimes be a problem to keep aligned. It may beeasier to bore halfway through from either end of theblank, providing the blank is perfectly parallel andcarefully aligned in the drill press.Counterbore and drill toterod hole centered on andcompletely through blank.Transfer axislines onto top andbottom surfaces.Start by cutting a blank to slightly larger than thedimensions shown on the template (3 15 /16" × 3 9 /16" fora #2 tote; 4 11 /16" × 4 7 /16" for a #3 or #4 tote). Note thecorrect grain direction. The thickness shown is that of astock handle, but feel free to make any adjustments tosuit your grip.Cut out the template along the outer box lines and pasteit to the handle blank. Spray adhesive is suitable forthis. Avoid using white or carpenter’s glues, as theirmoisture content will deform the template.Trim the blank to match the outer template.Transfer the handle rod hole axis onto the top andbottom edges of the blank and mark the center point.