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1855 patented Bailey split frame smoother

This was one of Bailey's first production planes

1856 patent L Bailey split frame smoothing plane

Bailey split frame

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Besides being of the highest quaity craftsmanship, the plane is clearly one of the most attractive produced during this time.

Hinge pin linking upper and lower halves

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The originl patent date of August 7, 1855

Assembly number "27"

Assembly mark "27" on the cap iron

Assembly mark "27" stamped into the clamping cap

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