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Solid Boxwood Plow Plane – Marked Mockridge & Son, Newark, NJ – True Barn Find

A remarkable survivor from the golden age of American planemaking, this solid boxwood plow plane is boldly marked Mockridge & Son, Newark, NJ, a later iteration of the renowned Mockridge toolmaking legacy. This untouched barn find retains its original surface, with no polishing or restoration—offering collectors a rare glimpse into its authentic, as-found condition.

🔹 Material: Solid boxwood throughout, with warm, natural patina
🔹 Marking: Crisp and bold “Mockridge & Son Newark NJ” stamp on the body
🔹 Condition: Unpolished and untouched; threads show a few minor chips but remain functional
🔹 Provenance: True barn find – never cleaned, altered, or refinished

Mockridge & Son operated in Newark, NJ during the mid-to-late 19th century, continuing the legacy of Abraham Mockridge, who began making planes in Albany in the early 1830s before relocating to Newark in 1833. Their boxwood plow planes are prized for their elegant proportions and fine threading.

This example is a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of New Jersey’s toolmakers and would be a standout addition to any serious collection of American wooden planes.

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