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31 January 2018 at 6:15 am #458124
I finally found the correct screw. It is a #10-28.
Although it is not a standard UNC or UNF thread, apparently it is a thread type that is used in facets and airplanes.eBay has a few options. One seller is making brand new custom made #10-28 thumb screws. Look for THUMB SCREW – 10-28 THREADS. I installed it in my Stanley 45 and it fits perfectly. See the attached picture.
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And as I mentioned it before, it is the same as the adjusting screw for the Stanley #53 and #54 spokeshaves. Apparently it is also used for the Stanley #78 fence.
- This reply was modified 6 years, 3 months ago by Yongwon Lee.
- This reply was modified 6 years, 3 months ago by Yongwon Lee.
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You must be logged in to view attached files.15 January 2018 at 7:33 pm #439534[quote quote=439502]Good information! Thanks. I never figured out the thread type conclusively. Whatever it is, it is not standard.[/quote]
I did try matching it up to every screw I had in my toolbox. As you said it is definitely not a modern UNC/UNF. It is definitely not compatible with UNC 32 (e.g. #8-32), although it’s close. I don’t have a thread gauge so I can’t say conclusively. That’s why I suspect it could be a #10-28, which does not match any modern standard but was used frequently on vintage Stanley tools according to my research.
Scouring pictures and eBay, it seems that Stanley used two types of screws at this location depending on the production year. Sometimes they are cylindrical thumbscrew with knurling, and other times it is “spade head” (flatted oval) style.
I just bought some #10-28 screws, will report back once I get to try them.
15 January 2018 at 6:31 pm #439474I know this is an old thread, but I have the exact same problem locating the same screw on my Stanley 45 type 12.
Here are my findings.
I found that the adjusting screw from my Stanley 54 spokeshave fits perfectly. So I can borrow that screw for now.
I also found that the thread/diameter is identical to the short screws on the tongue/sash matching cutters on this plane. It is also identical to the short screw that secures a small plate which in turn secures the cutter locking wing-nut on the main body. Unfortunately both of those screws are too short to be used on the fence.
Based on my observations I wonder if this screw is in fact a 10-28. Stanley may have used odd thread sizes, but they were very self-consistent. Even this odd screw/thread seems to have been used in many different parts.
Another workaround for those of you that have this missing locking screw: tighten the adjustable fence so that it is fully retracted. Use the plane in this manner, as if it is a pre-type 12 model. This way you lose the benefit of the adjust able fence but you have a solid locked fence to work with while you locate a suitable screw replacement.
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