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Rare & Fine Stanley No. 78W Weather Stripping Rabbet & Filletster Plane – Lever Lock Model

A scarce and highly collectible version of the Stanley No. 78W, this weather stripping rabbet & filletster plane features the seldom-seen Lever Lock mechanism for securing the steel runner—one of only three known attachment styles used across the 78W’s production. This version is considered the rarest and most mechanically distinctive of the trio.

The plane is complete and in fine condition, with crisp casting, a clean sole, and tight mechanics. It includes the steel runner, depth stop, and fence, making it fully functional for rabbeting and weather stripping work. The Lever Lock system provides quick, secure engagement of the runner—an elegant solution that sets this model apart from the more common knurled nut and screw-through-body variants.

A must-have for serious Stanley collectors or anyone interested in the evolution of specialty planes.

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