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Hard‑to‑Find Bailey Tool Co. No. 4‑Size Patented Plane – Woonsocket, RI
A rare and highly collectible Bailey Tool Co. No. 4‑size patented plane, manufactured in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. This is the non‑adjustable model, representing Bailey’s early patented work before the later refinements that defined the line.
The plane remains structurally sound with clean, honest surfaces. The front knob appears to be a replacement, and the iron looks original, though I can’t locate any markings. Even so, the overall form, hardware, and casting details are correct for this early pattern.
A standout piece for collectors of early patented planes and anyone who appreciates Bailey’s foundational innovations—examples from the Woonsocket era do not surface often, especially in this size.
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