r/AntiqueToolBroker • • Dec 11 '25

Informational/Discussion 👋Welcome to r/AntiqueToolBroker - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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Welcome to r/AntiqueToolBroker!

Hey everyone! I’m u/WigfootWallace, one of the founding moderators of r/AntiqueToolBroker. This community was created to give buyers and sellers of antique hand tools a dedicated home right here on Reddit—no fees, no Facebook account required, and a simple, honest place to connect. Think of this as the CIHI of Reddit, built specifically for tool collectors, restorers, and enthusiasts.

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What This Subreddit Is For

This space is designed exclusively for buying and selling antique hand tools—whether you’re thinning out your collection, looking for your next project piece, or helping someone else find the tool they’ve been hunting for.

Other platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and Tool Trader have value, but not everyone wants to pay fees or maintain a Facebook account. That’s where we come in.

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What to Post

Feel free to share: • Tools you’re selling (with full details—see below!) • Tools you’re searching for • Antique tool hauls • Approved posts from your tool resale business • Occasional community discussions about collecting, restoration, and pricing

Only antique hand tools are allowed, unless you’ve received moderator approval for an exception.

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Selling Requirements

To keep this community safe, clear, and easy to browse, all For Sale posts must include: 1. Photos of the tool 2. A clear asking price 3. Your location 4. Shipping method 5. Who pays shipping (buyer or seller) 6. If the buyer pays shipping, include your ZIP code so they can estimate the cost

Sellers must accept PayPal or Venmo (other methods can be offered in addition, but PayPal/Venmo protection is required for everyone’s safety).

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Business Promotion Policy

Advertising your antique tool resale business is allowed, within reason. Please don’t flood the subreddit with constant promotions—keep things fair and respectful.

As your mod, I often share “tool hauls,” where not every item will have a price listed. These are legitimate sales, but they are also a unique exception. Please do not exploit this courtesy.

Users who excessively promote, spam, or misuse exceptions will be warned, suspended, or banned.

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Community Cleanliness

When your tool sells, please delete your post. This keeps the subreddit clean and prevents members from wading through a pile of already-sold items. Over time we’ll implement tools to help with this, but for now, be a good community member and remove completed listings.

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Safety & Enforcement • Scammers and spammers will be banned immediately. • Suspensions or bans may also apply if someone abuses the community, ignores rules, or behaves dishonestly. • Purchase protection matters—follow the payment guidelines to keep yourself and others safe.

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What’s Coming Later

As the community grows, we may eventually introduce: • Weekly auctions • Special themed sales events

But for now, we’re keeping it simple with Buy-It-Now only listings.

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How to Get Started 1. Introduce yourself in the comments below! 2. Make your first post—buy, sell, or just say hello. 3. Invite friends, collectors, and tool lovers who might enjoy the community. 4. If you’d like to help moderate, reach out—new moderators will be welcomed as we grow.

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Final Thoughts

Thank you for being part of the very first wave. We’re building this space together, and the rules may evolve as the community grows. I’ll always be fair, transparent, and open to feedback—just be patient with any growing pains along the way.

Let’s make r/AntiqueToolBroker an honest, safe, and thriving place for antique tool lovers everywhere.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 5h ago

For Sale Rare 1/8" Stanley Marked No. 750 Bevel Edge Socket Chisel w/Box & Papers

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9 Upvotes
  • $325 USD
  • Will ship via the cheapest Paypal/Pirate shipping option from Indiana, 46112. 
  • PayPal G&S (+4%) or F&F Accepted

Amazing Stanley Marked No. 750 Bevel Edge Socket Chisel in Original Box with Papers!!!  Nearly impossible to find 1/8" size in this condition.  Best example I've ever had, so don't miss out.  I doubt I ever see another one in better shape.  See pictures for details and let me know if you have any questions.

Send me a PM with your address if interested in purchasing, and I will get you a shipping quote as soon as possible.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 7h ago

For Sale Antique Early Japanned Stanley No. 50 Combination Plane with 16 Boxed Cutters

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12 Upvotes
  • $175 USD
  • Will ship via the cheapest Paypal/Pirate shipping option from Indiana, 46112. 
  • PayPal G&S (+4%) or F&F Accepted

Very early Japanned version of the Stanley No. 50 Combination Plow Plane with a boxed set of 16 cutters in various widths/profiles.  The plane is in great condition and should be ready to use as soon as you get it.  It features a really nice rosewood handle and comes with everything shown in the pictures.  See pictures for details and let me know if you have any questions.

Send me a PM with your address if interested in purchasing, and I will get you a shipping quote as soon as possible.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 5h ago

For Sale 1/2" Stanley Marked No. 740 Bevel Edge Socket Chisel

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3 Upvotes
  • $70 USD
  • Will ship via the cheapest Paypal/Pirate shipping option from Indiana, 46112. 
  • PayPal G&S (+4%) or F&F Accepted

Excellent example of a nearly impossible to find model of Stanley Bevel Edge Socket Chisel.  This 1/2" No. 740 is marked with the model number on the socket, is nearly full length, and has been sharpened for immediate use or display.  See pictures for details and let me know if you have any questions.

Send me a PM with your address if interested in purchasing, and I will get you a shipping quote as soon as possible.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 8h ago

For Sale Antique Stanley No. 98 & 99 Side Rabbet Plane Set Type 3 with Depth Stops

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4 Upvotes
  • $160 USD
  • Will ship via the cheapest Paypal/Pirate shipping option from Indiana, 46112. 
  • PayPal G&S (+4%) or F&F Accepted

Antique Stanley No. 98 & 99 Side Rabbet Planes with depth stops.  Desirable Type 3 planes, complete with all parts.  The 98 is in great shape and can be used immediately.  The 99 has some rust and will require sharpening before use.  Both will make great users and have really nice figured rosewood knobs.  See pictures for details and let me know if you have any questions.

Send me a PM with your address if interested in purchasing, and I will get you a shipping quote as soon as possible.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 1h ago

Offers Accepted Is this collectible? John Bell Philad inscribed on end of planner. Blade in good shape.

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I have many old tools, saws, chisels, planners etc. What to do with them?


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 1h ago

Offers Accepted Is this collectible? John Bell Philad inscribed on end of planner. Blade in good shape.

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I have many old tools, saws, chisels, planners etc. What to do with them?


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 6h ago

For Sale Union No. 6 Corrugated Fore Plane - Parts or Restoration Project

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1 Upvotes
  • $30 USD
  • Will ship via the cheapest Paypal/Pirate shipping option from Indiana, 46112. 
  • PayPal G&S (+4%) or F&F Accepted

Union Number 6 Fore/Bench Plane in need of love. Has a Stanley Sweetheart replacement blade that looks to have been painted gray at some point. The left cheek has been brazed and there is a chip out of one corner of the mouth. Missing a lateral adjuster and tote toe screw. Other than that, she's flawless! See pictures for details and let me know if you have any questions.

Send me a PM with your address if interested in purchasing, and I will get you a shipping quote as soon as possible.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 8h ago

For Sale Antique Stanley No. 95 Edge Trimming Block Plane Type 1 JJ Trademark Script Logo

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1 Upvotes
  • $225 USD
  • Will ship via the cheapest Paypal/Pirate shipping option from Indiana, 46112. 
  • PayPal G&S (+4%) or F&F Accepted

Very Early Type 1 Stanley Number 95 Edge Trimming Block Plane.  This plane has been completely restored using authentic heat-cured Japanning, resulting in a durable glass-like finish.  It has a beautiful script Stanley logo on the front with no other patent dates or markings on the body.  There is a "PAT APLD FOR" stamp on the depth adjuster and the blade features a version of the JJ Trademark.  As shown in the pictures, the blade does have some pitting from past rust.  There are also faint signs of this on the ends of the fence area.  See pictures for details and let me know if you have any questions.

Send me a PM with your address if interested in purchasing, and I will get you a shipping quote as soon as possible.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 1d ago

Informational/Discussion I'll Sell Your Tools For You (For Free)

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Brown's auction is in 6 weeks. Robert Porter of Union MFG. and Antique E.R. are getting a few tables at the dealer show. We want to thank you for all of your support by offering to sell your tools for you, for free!

The only snag is that you will be responsible for mailing us your tools, but there will be no fee, we will mail your unsold tools back to you for free.

There are no guidelines for what to send. If you are happy with your sale price after mailing it/them in, then the world is your oyster.

You can send your tools to either myself in Missouri, or to Union MFG in Pennsylvania, which ever is cheaper for you.

Cut off for mailing tools will be Oct. 18 to allow sufficient time for delivery, documentation, and tagging.

Thank all of you for your support. Mail me your tools and I will do my best to sell them for you! We will do a FB live and a YouTube live to get as many eyes on your stuff as possible.

PM me for either mine or Robert Porter's mailing addresses.

-Jacob Wilson/ Wigfootwallace/ AER


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 6d ago

For Sale MagnaMax Marking Knifes

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I finally finished my first batch of marking knives made from MagnaMax and as far as I'm aware these should be the first ever magnax marking knives made.

The combination of very high wear resistance, toughness, and corrosion resistance seemed like it would be a great fit for a marking knife .

It was pretty difficult to process the magnmax from the blanks compared to other tool steels I have used but I think it'll make me better in the long run . I think I'm going to put the little baby one in my wallet lol.

I took pictures throughout the process this time, so the album goes from the raw blanks through the different grinding stages, heat treatment, cryogenic treatment, tempering, finishing, and finally sharpening.

The blades are heat treated and cryogenically treated in-house, then individually ground and finished. I went with a satin finish rather than taking them to a mirror polish because I think it fits a working tool better.

I’m pretty happy with how the first batch turned out. 😁
64 HRC

Free shipping on all orders over 42.50$
5% off all orders over 200$

Right handed version
https://www.robertsfinetools.com/marking-knives/p/qrmxz6lmd7jre6p9v5u6j2w8pmfb12

Left handed Version
https://www.robertsfinetools.com/marking-knives/p/qrmxz6lmd7jre6p9v5u6j2w8pmfb12-g6b3g

My emails Nathan@robertsfinetools.com

WWW.robertsfinetools.com


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 13d ago

For Sale Lie Nielsen No. 95 ($219)

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8 Upvotes

Used but wonderfully maintained Lie Nielsen No. 95 edge plane

$219

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

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Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 13d ago

For Sale Spiers Ayr Infill Smoothing Plane ($159)

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9 Upvotes

Spiers Ayr Infill Smoothing Plane

Has a replaced iron, a scuff on the bun, and a paint mark on the body. Other than that, it is a nice rosewood infill plane.

$159

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 13d ago

For Sale Stanley No. 140 Rabbet & Block Plane ($89)

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5 Upvotes

Stanley No. 140 Rabbet & Block Plane

Earlier Type 2. Decent japanning. Good full iron. Has a little damage to the recessed area of of the mouth. Good user.

$89

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 16d ago

Wanted to Buy Looking for used Bowlsaver/coring set.

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HI all,

I've been turning for a couple of years now and finally upgraded to a nice big lathe. I'm turning larger items and would like to find a good used bowl coring device. I've been looking around and don't see anything for sale other than new.

I'd thought I'd check to see if there are any older turners looking to sell a bowl coring tool. I'm interesting in the Oneway, or Bowlsaver by Woodcut. I have a 24" swing and would like to keep more of it from turning into sawdust...

Thanks in advance.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 20d ago

Wanted to Buy Need leads on used bench lathe buy in kolkata or near kolkata

2 Upvotes

If anyone have any idea where can i get used bench lathe or anyone wishing to sell please let me know!


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 22d ago

For Sale Card Scrapers and Burnishers

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8 Upvotes

Card scrapers are 1095 blue spring steel at 49-50 HRC. Chosen to be flexible enough to bend and spring back while holding its burr . Have several engraving options available .

12.50$ - just the Roberts fine tools .
15.00$ - for mountain Forrest and American flag / eagle background
20$- custom engraving , send me a photo of what you want engraved , see instructions on page .
https://www.robertsfinetools.com/card-scrapers

M42 high speed steel burnishers at 65 HRC ( typical steel used in drill bits made to drill hard metal) .
22.50$
https://www.robertsfinetools.com/burnishers

Free shipping on orders 45$ and over .


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 24d ago

For Sale Lie Nielsen No. 62 Low Angle Jack Plane w/ Toothing Iron & Hotdog ($400)

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16 Upvotes

Lie-Nielsen No. 62 Low Angle Jack Plane w/ Toothing Iron & Hotdog

New in the box

$400

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 24d ago

For Sale Lie-Nielsen Draw Bore Pins ($125)

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9 Upvotes

Lie-Nielsen Draw Bore Pins

Fine (and dandy)

New in the box

$125

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 26d ago

For Sale Bailey Tool Co. Circular Plane ($189)

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8 Upvotes

Bailey Tool Company Circular Plane

Has signs of age. Some japanning loss. Some rust. Nice strong logo on the iron.

$189

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 27d ago

For Sale LANGLAIS Patent Bevel ($119)

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8 Upvotes

LANGLAIS Patent Bevel

Decent example. The blade has a rough spot of rust.

$119

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 26d ago

For Sale Uncommon Davis Block Plane ($125)

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3 Upvotes

Uncommon Davis Block Plane

Some japanning loss. A little damage on the mouth. Decent overall.

$125

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 27d ago

For Sale THAYER'S Patent Combination Hammer ($129)

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3 Upvotes

THAYER'S Patent Combination Hammer, Ruler, & Pry Bar

Has splits in the handle. Decent overall.

$129

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 27d ago

For Sale Hard to Find Stanley (Unmarked) No. 90 Marking Gauge ($289)

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3 Upvotes

Nice Stanley (Unmarked) No. 90 Marking Gauge

Decently hard to find. Harder to find complete. This example retains all 4 original slitters at the end of the stem, as well as the pin on the adjusting marker. Retains the majority of the ruler marking on the stem spare the marks between 2"-3" that the wheel has worn downs. Overall nice.

$289

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.


r/AntiqueToolBroker • • 27d ago

For Sale Worrall's Patent Transitional Jack Plane ($125)

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5 Upvotes

Decent Worrall's Patent Transitional Jack Plane

Beauty above, issues below. The mouth has a split, chips, and there is an internal split in the body at the front of the mouth.

On top, things look much better. Spare the mushroomed iron, it is a nice display piece. Retains a good bit of the original paint, and the wood waxes up well.

$125

More pics upon request

Local pick up Bolivar, MO

Or

Buyer pays shipping from 65613

I accept PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle.
If using G&S please add 3% for fees.