What is the Stanley Bailey No. 3 smoothing plane used for?

You use this bench plane for fine smoothing, final dimensioning, and finishing cuts on timber.

What are the dimensions of the body and cutter iron?

The plane body length is 240 mm and the iron width is 45 mm.

How do you adjust the depth of cut and blade alignment?

You adjust cutting depth using the brass knurled nut and align the blade square with the lateral lever.

What is the base of the plane made of?

It is constructed from precision-ground fine grey cast iron for flatness, weight, and wear resistance.

Which replacement blade fits this model?

This smoothing plane accepts standard 45 mm replacement irons (such as item 0-12-312).

STANLEY 1-12-003 block plane Bailey n°3 - 240mm x 45mm

Name: STANLEY 1-12-003 block plane Bailey n°3 - 240mm x 45mm
Brand: STANLEY
SKU: 41993021
Price: 54.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: STANLEY 1-12-003 | EAN 5000366120034

Recommended Retail Price €100.45

54.80 tax incl.

€45.29 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Smooth finishing with Stanley Bailey

Practical benefits

Fingertip depth adjustment: You effortlessly set the cut depth and cutter alignment with precise manual control.
Stable cast iron base: The precision-machined grey iron body glides smoothly while maintaining dependable balance over wooden workpieces.
Hardened carbon cutter: The durable chrome carbon steel blade stays sharp longer to deliver clean shavings continuously.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Stanley Bailey N°3 smoothing plane 1-12-003, you achieve smooth, clean surface finishes on fine joinery and cabinet work. It removes saw marks and imperfections without heavy sanding. The 240 mm precision-machined grey cast iron base glides evenly across solid timber and sheet materials while maintaining dependable stability. Featuring a 45 mm hardened chrome carbon steel cutter, it stays sharp longer to produce uniform shavings. You can adjust the cutting depth and lateral alignment effortlessly with fingertip controls, allowing you to trim and fit wooden doors, drawers, and joints with complete accuracy.

Product information FAQ

€54.80

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Width: 45 mm

Product description

Block planer Bailey n°3, 4, 4 1/2 - 240mm x 45mm

Features

For general use
Lacquered, black steel version with smooth ground sole and sides
With adjustable frog and fine adjustment

All Features

Width: 45 mm
Packaging depth: 6,90 cm
Iron length: 240 mm
Packaging width: 25,30 cm
Packaging height: 20,00 cm
Iron width: 44 mm
Packaging weight: 1.610,00 g
Outer box quantity: 12
Carded: X
Abcn: A
Inner box quantity: 1

Brand STANLEY
41993021
EAN 5000366120034
Supplier number STANLEY 1-12-003

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is the Stanley Bailey No. 3 smoothing plane used for?: You use this bench plane for fine smoothing, final dimensioning, and finishing cuts on timber.
What are the dimensions of the body and cutter iron?: The plane body length is 240 mm and the iron width is 45 mm.
How do you adjust the depth of cut and blade alignment?: You adjust cutting depth using the brass knurled nut and align the blade square with the lateral lever.
What is the base of the plane made of?: It is constructed from precision-ground fine grey cast iron for flatness, weight, and wear resistance.
Which replacement blade fits this model?: This smoothing plane accepts standard 45 mm replacement irons (such as item 0-12-312).