Description

Great Metallic Plane Company Iron Jack Plane – Patented Corrugated Bottom, Adjustable Throat, 15″ Long, D.R. Barton Iron

A rare and early example of American innovation in plane design, this jack plane by the Metallic Plane Company of Auburn, NY features a corrugated sole, adjustable throat, and a 2⅛″ wide iron marked D.R. Barton—a pairing that reflects the best of 19th-century toolmaking. The logo on the side is crisp and legible, and while the tote has a tip repair, it remains structurally sound and comfortable in hand.

• Length: 15″—compact and ideal for bench work or display
• Iron: 2⅛″ wide, marked D.R. Barton—a respected New York edge toolmaker active in the mid-1800s
• Corrugated Bottom: Patented design to reduce suction and friction, improving ease of use
• Adjustable Throat: Allows fine control over mouth opening for coarse or delicate work
• Logo: Clear and easy to read—adds provenance and collector value
• Condition: Honest wear with a repaired tote tip; overall solid and visually appealing
• Legacy: The Metallic Plane Company, active from 1867 to 1880, was among the earliest to produce iron-bodied planes in America. Their patented designs—often attributed to Elliot G. Storke and Nelson Palmer—pushed the boundaries of toolmaking innovation

A rare survivor from the dawn of metallic plane production—functional, collectible, and steeped in history.

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