--- product_id: 52788414 title: "No. 4 Bailey Bench Plane, 1-12-2004" brand: "stanley" price: "£75.85" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/52788414-no-4-bailey-bench-plane-1-12-2004 store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # 245mm smoothing length 45mm precision cutter width Chrome carbon steel blade No. 4 Bailey Bench Plane, 1-12-2004 **Brand:** stanley **Price:** £75.85 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🪚 Elevate your craftsmanship with every smooth stroke! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** No. 4 Bailey Bench Plane, 1-12-2004 by stanley - **How much does it cost?** £75.85 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/52788414-no-4-bailey-bench-plane-1-12-2004) ## Best For - stanley enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted stanley brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Durable Sharpness:** Hardened chrome carbon steel blade stays sharper longer, reducing downtime. - • **Compact & Versatile:** 245mm length ideal for detailed cabinet and joinery work in tight spaces. - • **Rapid Fine Adjustment:** Easy-to-use mechanism for quick, accurate blade tuning on the fly. - • **Stable & Reliable Base:** Cast fine grey iron base ensures unmatched stability and wear resistance. - • **Precision Cutting Power:** 45mm cutter width delivers ultra-fine shavings for flawless finishes. ## Overview The STANLEY No. 4 Bailey Bench Plane is a premium manual woodworking tool designed for fine finishing and joinery. Featuring a 45mm hardened chrome carbon steel blade and a precision cast grey iron base, it offers superior stability and sharpness retention. Its rapid fine adjustment mechanism allows for quick blade tuning, making it perfect for professionals seeking flawless, smooth wood surfaces in smaller areas. ## Description Free delivery and returns on all eligible orders. Shop STANLEY No. 4 Bailey Bench Plane, 1-12-2004. Review: Good item - Excellent tool Review: Good to Learn Plane Setup and Maintenance On - Although this plane worked right out the box it does actually need a fair bit of setup. However for I beginning plane I think that is a good idea as you learn a lot about plane setup and maintenance as you do it. The sole and sides are not finished smooth however as the plane body is still releasing the tensions from manufacture I do not regard this as a problem as at around sixth months from purchase it will need the sole and sides to be ground flat anyway. The only downside of the plane are the plastic handles. These shatter very easily. I dropped mine on the floor within a week of purchase and as a result had to carve a replacement tote out of some scrap wood I had to hand. However once properly set up this plane is as good as a pre war vintage one. ## Features - Suitable for fine finishing of cabinet work and general joinery work, removing very fine shavings of wood to leave a smooth finish - Chrome carbon steel hardened and tempered cutter blade retains a sharper cutting edge - Easy to use rapid fine adjustment mechanism for greater accuracy and faster blade removal for sharpening - Precision cast fine grey iron base for improved stability and wear resistance - 245 mm Smoothing planer with a 45mm cutter width ideal for planing smaller areas of wood ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0001GRVKU | | Base Material | Wood | | Best Sellers Rank | 159,438 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 84 in Smoothing Planes | | Brand | STANLEY | | Colour | Multi-colour | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 549 Reviews | | Cutting Depth | 5 Centimeters | | Cutting Width | 5 Centimeters | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05000366120041 | | Included Components | Smooth Plane | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 25.1L x 14.4W x 6.8H centimetres | | Item Type Name | Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4 | | Item Weight | 1.92 Kilograms | | Item weight | 1.92 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Toolbank (First Order Account) | | Material | Carbon Steel | | Model Number | 1-12-004 | | Power source | Manual | | Product dimensions | 25.1L x 14.4W x 6.8H centimetres | | Style | Modern | | UPC | 604310237677 027131845614 798256198892 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** STANLEY - **Material:** Carbon Steel - **Colour:** Multi-colour - **Product dimensions:** 25.1L x 14.4W x 6.8H centimetres - **Item weight:** 1.92 Kilograms ## Images ![No. 4 Bailey Bench Plane, 1-12-2004 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hCoZehBjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is frog adjustable insitu by a screw** A: Yes. The frog has a rear screw used to control the the mouth size **Q: Can you get replacement blades for this plane.** A: Yes. Stanley replacement Irons have been available for a century or whatever and are still being made. They are listed on the Stanley website. Also, Record plane irons are interchangeable. eBay and countless used outlets, such as tool fairs and boot sales will also no doubt have replacements at a reduced price. Hope it helps. **Q: Where is this made** A: It has the name Stanley and Bailey NO 4 on the inside of the forged body of the plane. Looked up the history of Stanley is a American Company which started in the 1800's and they bought the Bailey Company so all this taken into consideration it could be manufactured in the USA and put together over here? **Q: I need to buy 20 units of Stanley ‎1-12-004. Please advise if the quantity is available to order?** A: Cannot advise on bulk buying possibilities contacting Stanley UK may be an option. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good item *by P***T on 15 November 2025* Excellent tool ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good to Learn Plane Setup and Maintenance On *by M***E on 29 March 2023* Although this plane worked right out the box it does actually need a fair bit of setup. However for I beginning plane I think that is a good idea as you learn a lot about plane setup and maintenance as you do it. The sole and sides are not finished smooth however as the plane body is still releasing the tensions from manufacture I do not regard this as a problem as at around sixth months from purchase it will need the sole and sides to be ground flat anyway. The only downside of the plane are the plastic handles. These shatter very easily. I dropped mine on the floor within a week of purchase and as a result had to carve a replacement tote out of some scrap wood I had to hand. However once properly set up this plane is as good as a pre war vintage one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's a Stanley - expect quality *by W***R on 29 June 2022* It's a Stanley, so it works, it's stable, it's reliable. Having spent 20GBP on a cheap "Pound Shop" own brand plane, ones sees where the extra money goes on a quality product from a quality manufacturer. And one does not regret it. My "cheap" plane is now wedging the workshop door open (it's about all it's any use for.) There's an old adage "buy cheap, buy twice" - at least when it comes to tools. Lesson learned. Hand plane obsessives and/or collectors will no doubt opine that the totes are plastic and not wood, and this and that are some micrometers too big/small, the quality of the cutting iron , etc. - but for an average "handyman" (or woman or non gendered specific individual,) this just gets the job done. Like all planes (and cutting tools generally,) even "new" it will benefit from a bit of "setting up" - e.g. lap the base, soften/bevel the edged, sharpen the iron, check everything is lubricated - I also like to sand down the mould seems on the totes for extra comfort - but once done it's a joy to use. For newbies, there's plenty of YouTube vids showing how to set up a plane. ## Frequently Bought Together - Stanley 1-12-004 Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4, Multicolor - Stanley 5 Irwin Plane 2In 1 12 005 - Stanley 7 Jointer Plane 2.3/8In 1 12 007 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/52788414-no-4-bailey-bench-plane-1-12-2004](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/52788414-no-4-bailey-bench-plane-1-12-2004) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*