Sargent No. 57 Scraper Plane
as illustrated in the Sargent catalog of 1911.
Sargent V.B.M.
Adjustable Iron Planes.
Polished Trimmings.
These Planes are especially suitable for scraping veneers and finishing cabinet and other fine work. They may also be used for removing old paint and glue.
No. 57, 9 Inches, 2½ Inch Cutter . . . . . . . each, net $2 50
Extra Cutters for the above Planes.
Extra Cutters, 2½ Inch Cutter . . . . . . . . each, net $0 25
Note: The above information has been reproduced from an original catalog listing.
Specifications:
| Plane Type: | Scraper Plane |
| Features: | Adjustable, with screw adjustment for cutter |
| Manufactured: | From 1907 to 1918 |
| Length: | 9 inches |
| Cutter Width: | 2½ inches |
| Construction: | Cast Iron, Cocobolo or Mahogany Knob & Handle |
| Finish: | Japanned, Polished Trimmings |
| Uses: | General purpose veneer & cabinet scraping |
Please check the Value Guide For Sargent Planes page for relative prices.
Additional Notes:
The No. 57 Scraper Plane originally came with a Cocobolo knob and handle from 1907 to 1909. From 1910 to 1918 the knob and handle were made from East India Mahogany.
The No. 57 scraper cutter was either left blank or had the Oval U.S.A. trademark stamped on it. After 1910 it had the plane number stamped on it.
