Opening Decision
When you're choosing woodworking tools for a bench, the decision often comes down to restoration versus ready-to-use. On one side sits a single vintage part for a classic plane; on the other, a complete modern chamfering tool with built-in levels. They both serve edge and corner work in a wood shop, but they are built for very different moments.
Quick Verdict
If your bench already holds a Stanley 78 rebate plane missing its spur and screw, the Vintage Stanley 78 Rebate Plane Spur & Screw is the direct match. If you want a tool that can trim and chamfer edges after a short setup, the Chamfer Plane Hand Chamfering Wood Planer Woodworking Edge Corner Tool w/ Levels is the more complete option. The vintage part costs less; the chamfer plane carries the larger upfront spend.
Comparison Table
| Product | Price bar | Listed Price | Condition | Origin | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Stanley 78 Rebate Plane Spur & Screw Woodworking Old Hand Tools Parts | USD 13.16 | Used vintage original | United Kingdom | Genuine Stanley spur and screw for a No. 78 rebate plane | |
| Chamfer Plane Hand Chamfering Wood Planer Woodworking Edge Corner Tool w/ Levels | USD 23.48 | New | China | Complete chamfer plane with adjustable 0-2mm depth and bubble levels |
Where Each Wins
- The Vintage Stanley part wins when restoration is the goal. It is an original Sheffield-made Stanley component, listed as the spur and screw for the classic No. 78 rebate plane. If you already own that plane body and need this missing piece, it is the more purposeful buy.
- The Chamfer Plane wins when convenience is the goal. The complete tool includes a body, an alloy steel blade, and bubble levels, so you can start chamfering edges once you assemble it. For someone who does not have a vintage plane waiting for parts, it is the more direct option.
Product Notes
Vintage Stanley 78 Rebate Plane Spur & Screw Woodworking Old Hand Tools Parts
The lower-priced entry is a genuine Stanley part, described as the spur and screw for a No. 78 rebate plane and made in Sheffield, England. It is vintage original, used, and classified as a planer part. Choose it when you are restoring an old Stanley 78 and need that specific component to finish the assembly. The limitation is that it is not a complete plane; you need the plane body in hand for the part to be useful. At USD 13.16, it is an inexpensive way to bring a classic tool back to working order, but only for someone already invested in the vintage-woodworking path.
Chamfer Plane Hand Chamfering Wood Planer Woodworking Edge Corner Tool w/ Levels
The higher-priced option is a complete chamfering plane. It comes new, with an alloy steel blade, a red and black body described as aluminum alloy and ABS, and an adjustable cutting depth from 0 to 2mm. The built-in bubble levels give you a visual alignment check while trimming edges. Assembly is required, so budget a few minutes before the first cut. For a woodworker without a vintage plane body waiting for a spare, the complete tool is the practical pick. The trade-off is the larger upfront cost and the fact that you are still assembling the tool yourself.
Final Choice by Use Case
If restoring is the goal, the Vintage Stanley 78 Rebate Plane Spur & Screw is the component that fits that task, and its lower price leaves room in a restoration budget. If finishing edges is the goal, the Chamfer Plane with Levels is the tool that will get chamfers cut after a brief assembly, with alignment aids to help you work. Match the tool to the job: vintage part for a classic plane rebuild, chamfer plane for a ready-to-use edge trimmer.
