Wood plane ID ???

[wtn1271]

Hello All,
Trying to identify the maker and/or model of this plane. It is in rough shape and may be missing some parts. I can see no obvious identifiers but haven't cleaned it up much aside from brushing the surface crud off with an old paint brush. Any help appreciated. Thanks

 

[RivennHewn]

Not exactly the same plane, but some interesting similarities

MAYO Patent PHILLIPS Plow Plane COMPLETE with 12 Irons FINE - 80101 - AS OF MAY 2

Fine with good pinstriping and no issues.

www.jimbodetools.com

 

[wtn1271]

Thanks, that puts me on the right track. Much appreciated !!

 

[RTM]

No clue, but lots of interest in finding out.

Not exactly the same plane, but some interesting similarities

MAYO Patent PHILLIPS Plow Plane COMPLETE with 12 Irons FINE - 80101 - AS OF MAY 2

Fine with good pinstriping and no issues.

www.jimbodetools.com

Just to complete this thought, here is the "unimproved Phillips" plane

RARE FIRST MODEL CC HARLOW MADE PHILLIPS PATENT PLOW PLANE CA 1872

From what I've been able to research (primarily in PTAMPIA Vol 1), this is what I believe to be a first production run Phillips patent plow plane. It is stamped on the front corner of the skate, CC HARLOW MAKER BRIDGEWATER MASS and also has the PHILLIPS BABSON & REPPLIER logo on the rear of the...

teddawsonantiquetools.com

 

[RTM]

Not exactly the same plane, but some interesting similarities

MAYO Patent PHILLIPS Plow Plane COMPLETE with 12 Irons FINE - 80101 - AS OF MAY 2

Fine with good pinstriping and no issues.

www.jimbodetools.com

And here is a different Phillips that looks more like yours

PHILLIPS MAYO IMPROVED PLOW PLANE type 1, 1872 with one blade, tricolor details | #1865034947

For auction is an unusual and excellent complete Type 1 PHILLIPS MAYO IMPROVED PATTERN PLOW (PLOUGH) PLANE dated c.1872. Cast and machined at Babson & Repplier at the Doane street address in Boston, t

www.worthpoint.com

And the patent for Phillips improved by Mayo

US Patent: 167,772 - Improved Phillips Patent Plow Plane

US patent 167,772 Improved Phillips Patent Plow Plane was issued to Matthias C. Mayo of Boston, MA. It was granted on 09/14/1875. Inventor Mayo discloses the improvement over sliding gage arms that are secured by thumbscrews as his new clamping device that does not mar the gage a

datamp.org

 

[wtn1271]

RTM,
Yes, that looks like it. I also found one listed on ebay. Mine is in very rough shape but I will give it a light cleaning to see if it has any identifying marks. I am not a plane collector but couldn't leave it behind at a recent barn sale, it just looked old. Thanks for your help.

 

[RivennHewn]

And here is a different Phillips that looks more like yours

PHILLIPS MAYO IMPROVED PLOW PLANE type 1, 1872 with one blade, tricolor details | #1865034947

For auction is an unusual and excellent complete Type 1 PHILLIPS MAYO IMPROVED PATTERN PLOW (PLOUGH) PLANE dated c.1872. Cast and machined at Babson & Repplier at the Doane street address in Boston, t

www.worthpoint.com

And the patent for Phillips improved by Mayo

US Patent: 167,772 - Improved Phillips Patent Plow Plane

US patent 167,772 Improved Phillips Patent Plow Plane was issued to Matthias C. Mayo of Boston, MA. It was granted on 09/14/1875. Inventor Mayo discloses the improvement over sliding gage arms that are secured by thumbscrews as his new clamping device that does not mar the gage a

datamp.org

Nice work!

Honestly, I was not familiar with the Phillips planes.

Have never seen one in person.

Gonna have to keep my eye out for one, as I’m sure I could find some space for it

 

[gmann555attnet]

Great Suff!!
I've got one that looks to be the same.
The makers mark stamp says:
Phillips Plough Plane -Pat Aug 1867
Babson & Repplier
7 Doane St Boston,
And is stamped with the number 85 in several places.

I am looking to make a handle for it and put it up for sale. Any suggestions what you folks might think it's worth?? I have found one in nice condition at about $800, and another in very nice condition with cutting blades for about $1300.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

G

 

[crguy]

This reply is for Gmann555: It's a Phillips Mayo Improved like this one. I'd sell it as is. Let the next guy make a handle. If you don't do a perfect job using Brazilian rosewood, it's not going to add to the value. That new depth stop isn't helping either. It's distracting to people that know these planes. I think you'll be lucky to get $500. for it.

 

[gmann555attnet]

Wow, thanks for your reply!! I appreciate your input.
What do you think, is Garage Journal or Ebay the best way to go?
I know Ebay may have a bigger audience, but this may be a better audience.

I'm new to this forum / group and haven't sold anything here but may be willing to start.
I have other machining and automotive tools that I will be looking sell in the near future.

 

[four.cycle]

^ Ebay unquestionably has a larger market.
There are all kinds of woodworking collector sites.

click the link below - my "signature" line - scroll all the way to the bottom for a list of URLs that will lead you to various woodworking tool collector sites.

 

[gmann555attnet]

Excellent, Thank you for your direction!