Stanley #65 low-angle block plane, Type 1

Description

This earliest type of the Stanley 65 did not have an adjustable throat.  The cutter is bedded at 12-1/2 degrees.   Front knob on this one has the typical toolbox dings, but nothing bad.  Some of the nickel on the heel of the lever cap has worn from use – it’s about 90% or better.  Japanning in the bed has the usual minor flaking at the toe but is otherwise intact.   A good example of this most unusual type.