Stanley Bailey No 3C Corrugated Plane Type 12 SW Sweetheart Pat 1910 For Sale

Up for sale is a classic Stanley Bailey No. 3C Corrugated Smooth Plane (Type 12), dating to the highly desirable \"Sweetheart\" era (circa 1919–1924).

The No. 3 size (8\" long with a 1-3/4\" iron) is favored by many woodworkers for its comfortable, nimble feel on smaller surfaces or detailed smoothing tasks. This particular example features the sought-after corrugated sole (3C), which helps reduce friction against the workpiece.

Key Features & Details:

• Type 12 Characteristics: Features the single patent date (U.S. PAT. APR-19-10) stamped behind the frog, high front knob, and the iconic \"Sweetheart\" logo stamped on the cutter iron.

• Corrugated Sole: Clean, flat sole with sharp, crisp grooves.

• Rosewood Tote & Knob: The front tall knob is in great shape with original finish. The rosewood tote cleaned up nicely, but revealed two repairs that have been done in years past, one across the base and one on the top. Both are old, stable repairs that retain the original vintage aesthetic while maintaining structural integrity.

Whether you\'re looking to add a clean Type 12 corrugated plane to your Stanley collection or put a quality vintage smoother straight to work at the bench, this No. 3C is ready to go.