Stanley no. 97 chisel planes. A comparison of type changes and what uses they have. Here Chester Spier compares the type 2 and type 4 versions of the same planes.
Hi Chester. Great video. I happen to have the newer model of the #97, equipped with the buttresses. Only problem it is missing the blade. Do you know where I could source the SW blade I require.
That was truly fascinating! Thank you. I’ve never seen a number 97, but would enjoy collecting and using one if I was ever so lucky to find one. I have a couple of different bull nose planes that come close to a corner, but need a chisel to finish off. Your knowledge and experience is very much appreciated.
The older one had a badly sharpened blade with an extreme camber. Over the years I have slowly corrected it and still have not fully straightened it. You have an eye for detail I don’t fully straighten the edge and use it as it is until it is fully corrected rather than wasting steel.
Are there any other planes that I could use for parts on my No 97? My depth adjuster wheel and the slotted screw for the cap to lock into are missing. 😓
I think it’s over engineered and designed for style more than substance. I’m concerned that the iron is in a tee formation as is a rabbet iron and this limits your length shortening the life of the iron. I think a LieNielsen is a better alternative if one can’t find a Stanley. However, I do like the look of them.
This is the best presentation I have ever seen on chisel planes. Bravo!
Thank you, kindly.
This presentation was much appreciated. I have now added a few planes I don’t have to my Christmas list. Thank you for the education.
Thank you. I appreciate you watching. Feel free to share as it might help my viewership.
Thanks for watching and commenting. Feel free to share this with friends. Again my thanks.
Well now I now I have an itch for a chisel plane…
Glad to hear it.
I must stop watching this channel. 😁
Great video.
Thank you, kindly
Excellent informative videos. Thanks and keep them coming.
Thank you so much.
Hi Chester. Great video. I happen to have the newer model of the #97, equipped with the buttresses. Only problem it is missing the blade. Do you know where I could source the SW blade I require.
That was truly fascinating! Thank you.
I’ve never seen a number 97, but would enjoy collecting and using one if I was ever so lucky to find one. I have a couple of different bull nose planes that come close to a corner, but need a chisel to finish off.
Your knowledge and experience is very much appreciated.
Thank you, kindly for your comments. I really appreciate them.
On camera, it looked like the older one had a cambered blade; the newer one - not so much?
The older one had a badly sharpened blade with an extreme camber. Over the years I have slowly corrected it and still have not fully straightened it. You have an eye for detail I don’t fully straighten the edge and use it as it is until it is fully corrected rather than wasting steel.
Are there any other planes that I could use for parts on my No 97? My depth adjuster wheel and the slotted screw for the cap to lock into are missing. 😓
Would like your opinion on the Veritas version of this plane
I think it’s over engineered and designed for style more than substance. I’m concerned that the iron is in a tee formation as is a rabbet iron and this limits your length shortening the life of the iron. I think a LieNielsen is a better alternative if one can’t find a Stanley. However, I do like the look of them.
What bevel angle do you use for the chisel plane?
The bed angle is 20 degrees and the sharpened angle of the iron is 25 degrees