Choosing between a modern chamfer plane and a vintage rebate plane part may seem like a mismatch, but both can earn a place in your woodworking tools setup. One is a complete tool for trimming edges; the other is a single component for a restoration. The right choice depends on what is already in your workshop.
Quick Verdict
If you want to start cutting clean chamfers right now, get the Chamfer Plane. It is new and ready to use, so you can put it to work immediately. If you own a vintage Stanley 78 rebate plane and need to replace the spur and screw, the Vintage Stanley 78 Spur & Screw is the part to get. The two items are $10.32 apart, but they solve different problems: one is a working plane, the other is a component.
At a Glance
| Item | Price | Price Bar | Condition | What You Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamfer Plane | $23.48 | New | Hand plane with adjustable depth and bubble levels | |
| Vintage Stanley 78 Spur & Screw | $13.16 | Used | Spur and screw replacement part |
Where Each Product Wins
- The Chamfer Plane wins when you need a ready-to-use edge trimming tool. It has a complete body, adjustable depth from 0 to 2mm, built-in bubble levels, and an alloy steel blade. You can start chamfering right away.
- The Vintage Stanley 78 Spur & Screw wins when you are restoring an old Stanley 78. Made in Sheffield, England, this vintage original is a genuine part for that plane.
Product Notes
Chamfer Plane Hand Chamfering Wood Planer Woodworking Edge Corner Tool w/ Levels
This is the complete package for someone who wants to trim edges without hunting for extra parts. It is a new tool finished in red and black, with an alloy steel blade and a body made from aluminum alloy and ABS. The cutting depth adjusts from 0 to 2mm, so you can go from a heavier cut to a fine finishing pass. Two built-in bubble levels help keep the plane straight as you work. At $23.48, you are paying more than the vintage part, but the trade-off is clear: this plane is ready to use as soon as it is in your hands. The limitation is that this is a new tool, so it will not help with a restoration that calls for original vintage parts.
Vintage Stanley 78 Rebate Plane Spur & Screw Woodworking Old Hand Tools Parts
This item is the original spur and screw from a vintage Stanley 78 rebate plane, made in Sheffield, England. It is used and is a vintage original rather than a reproduction. If the plane body is already in your workshop and you are missing this component, this is a focused and direct way to complete the setup. At $13.16, it is the lower-priced item in this pairing. The limitation is straightforward: the spur and screw alone will not cut a chamfer or rebate. You need the rest of the Stanley 78 plane for this part to do its job.
Final Choice by Use Case
- New edge-trimming projects: Choose the Chamfer Plane Hand Chamfering Wood Planer. It is a new plane ready to work.
- Vintage Stanley 78 repair or restoration: Choose the Vintage Stanley 78 Rebate Plane Spur & Screw. This genuine vintage original part is the missing piece for that project.
- If you already own the plane body: The Stanley spur and screw is the lower-cost route, but only when the rest of the plane is available.
