--- product_id: 36479270 title: "1-12-004 Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4, Multicolor" brand: "stanley" price: "1035 zΕ‚" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Stanley" url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/36479270-1-12-004-smooth-plane-bailey-no-4-multicolor store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # Rapid, simple blade adjustment 45mm cutting depth for fine smoothing Precision-machined grey iron base 1-12-004 Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4, Multicolor **Brand:** stanley **Price:** 1035 zΕ‚ **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ› οΈ Elevate your craft with the timeless precision of Stanley’s Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 1-12-004 Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4, Multicolor by stanley - **How much does it cost?** 1035 zΕ‚ with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/36479270-1-12-004-smooth-plane-bailey-no-4-multicolor) ## 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 - β€’ **Built to Endure:** Heavy 1.92 kg carbon steel body ensures steady planing and long-term reliability on any project. - β€’ **Legacy Meets Modern:** Classic Bailey design updated with modern materials for a timeless tool that lasts generations. - β€’ **Effortless Blade Control:** Simple and rapid adjustment mechanism lets you dial in perfect cuts with zero hassle. - β€’ **Engineered for Precision:** Crafted from finely machined grey iron for unmatched stability and durability in every stroke. - β€’ **Optimal Cutting Performance:** 45mm cutting depth and 5cm width deliver smooth, consistent shavings for flawless finishes. ## Overview The Stanley 1-12-004 Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4 is a professional-grade hand tool featuring a precision-machined grey iron body and a rapid blade adjustment mechanism. Designed for fine woodworking, it offers a 45mm cutting depth and a 5cm cutting width, delivering smooth, consistent shavings. Weighing 1.92 kg, this carbon steel plane combines classic Bailey design with modern durability, making it a reliable choice for both seasoned craftsmen and aspiring woodworkers aiming for flawless finishes. ## Description STANLEY is a leading global manufacturer of hand tools, power tools and related accessories, and a flagship brand of the wider Stanley Black & Decker Corporation. Ever since its foundation in 1843, STANLEY has been committed to providing professionals across the globe with products which are smart, tough, pioneering and up to the task. For over 170 years, STANLEY has been responsible for unlocking new levels of user performance through creating some of the most useful tools ever made including the Bailey Plane, the Surform shaper, the PowerLock tape rule, and most recently, the FatMax line of products. Today, the company continues to be an industry leader in hand tool innovation thanks to a continued focus on the excellence that is inherent in every product, employee and business. Review: The classic bench plane - I've been reassembling my woodworking toolkit (don't ask!) and this little fellow will be the core of it. The Stanley #4 is THE classic plane. I'm planning on using it for some fine work, so I've done some tuning, as out of the box, while it's entirely usable, it responds well to having its sole flattening and a couple of other tiny tweaks. Hence the four stars for accuracy and for beginners. If you're willing to invest some effort and time into this gem, it'll be a tool for life. Review: Not the same as an old plane but good once tuned. - First, this is a Bailey pattern Stanley #4. It is nice and heavy, the body is steel and the frog is well machined. The action is smooth and the iron and cap are of good quality. The finish, however, has definitely suffered over an "old school" Stanley. Handles are molded plastic, not wood. They are tight and comfortable, so that hopefully isn't an issue. Paint on the body is some sort of thick enamel that has already started to flake off while I was dressing the body. We might need to do something about that sooner rather than later. Everything is rough ground. The sheer amount of tool marking on the body is incredible. It took me almost 2 hours to flatten the sole and smooth the sides. I used an idiotic amount of sandpaper on my glass plate to flatten and smooth it. The lever cap is really, REALLY stiff out of the box. I drove out the roll pin that retains the cam and smoothed off the rough sand casting marks, there was a bit of rust there as well, and also found the hole which the roll pin passes is drilled a bit too snug. Opened that up just a hair with a round chainsaw file and lubricated it and it moved much smoother. The iron and cap iron (chip breaker to some) are of a nice heavy steel, and the edge was ground to a precise 25 degree rake, however it was ground with something like a 50 grit stone and left that way. The cutting edge was positively serrated. That took about 20 minutes to smooth, refine, and hone. The cap iron had the least amount of refining required, it is heavy and has a very true mating surface, no gaps to the iron. The only issue was the bevel wasn't ground all the way to the leading edge meaning there was a flat step where it meets the iron. A couple minutes on the diamond plates corrected that. I closed the mouth up a bit (the frog was factory set very far back like for a scrub plane). Once that all was done I reassembled it and tested it on some soft maple, finding beautiful, wispy, full width shavings with very little fiddling. If the steel holds an edge this will be a wonderful addition to my tool arsenal, and one I'm sure will be handed down to generations of woodworkers to come. ## Features - Professional smoothing plane - Simple and Rapid adjustment mechanism - Made from accurately machined fine grey iron castings ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0001GRVKU | | Base Material | Iron | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,029,738 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #267 in Smoothing Planes | | Brand | STANLEY | | Brand Name | STANLEY | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 429 Reviews | | Cutting Depth | 45 millimeters | | Cutting width | 5 centimeters | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05000366120041 | | Included Components | Smooth Plane | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.88"L x 5.67"W x 2.68"H | | Item Type Name | Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4 | | Item Weight | 1.92 kg | | Manufacturer | Stanley | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1-12-004 | | Material | Carbon Steel | | Material Type | Carbon Steel | | Model Number | 1-12-004 | | Power Source | Manual | | Product Dimensions | 9.88"L x 5.67"W x 2.68"H | | Style | Modern | | Style Name | Modern | | UPC | 604310237677 027131845614 798256198892 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** STANLEY - **Color:** Multicolor - **Item Weight:** 1.92 Kilograms - **Material:** Carbon Steel - **Product Dimensions:** 9.88"L x 5.67"W x 2.68"H ## Images ![1-12-004 Smooth Plane Bailey No. 4, Multicolor - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hCoZehBjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is the frog adjustable for mouth opening** A: The mouth is fixed, but the frog can be adjusted to widen or narrow the opening. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The classic bench plane *by A***R on October 1, 2023* I've been reassembling my woodworking toolkit (don't ask!) and this little fellow will be the core of it. The Stanley #4 is THE classic plane. I'm planning on using it for some fine work, so I've done some tuning, as out of the box, while it's entirely usable, it responds well to having its sole flattening and a couple of other tiny tweaks. Hence the four stars for accuracy and for beginners. If you're willing to invest some effort and time into this gem, it'll be a tool for life. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not the same as an old plane but good once tuned. *by J***S on October 9, 2020* First, this is a Bailey pattern Stanley #4. It is nice and heavy, the body is steel and the frog is well machined. The action is smooth and the iron and cap are of good quality. The finish, however, has definitely suffered over an "old school" Stanley. Handles are molded plastic, not wood. They are tight and comfortable, so that hopefully isn't an issue. Paint on the body is some sort of thick enamel that has already started to flake off while I was dressing the body. We might need to do something about that sooner rather than later. Everything is rough ground. The sheer amount of tool marking on the body is incredible. It took me almost 2 hours to flatten the sole and smooth the sides. I used an idiotic amount of sandpaper on my glass plate to flatten and smooth it. The lever cap is really, REALLY stiff out of the box. I drove out the roll pin that retains the cam and smoothed off the rough sand casting marks, there was a bit of rust there as well, and also found the hole which the roll pin passes is drilled a bit too snug. Opened that up just a hair with a round chainsaw file and lubricated it and it moved much smoother. The iron and cap iron (chip breaker to some) are of a nice heavy steel, and the edge was ground to a precise 25 degree rake, however it was ground with something like a 50 grit stone and left that way. The cutting edge was positively serrated. That took about 20 minutes to smooth, refine, and hone. The cap iron had the least amount of refining required, it is heavy and has a very true mating surface, no gaps to the iron. The only issue was the bevel wasn't ground all the way to the leading edge meaning there was a flat step where it meets the iron. A couple minutes on the diamond plates corrected that. I closed the mouth up a bit (the frog was factory set very far back like for a scrub plane). Once that all was done I reassembled it and tested it on some soft maple, finding beautiful, wispy, full width shavings with very little fiddling. If the steel holds an edge this will be a wonderful addition to my tool arsenal, and one I'm sure will be handed down to generations of woodworkers to come. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Ok *by C***S on August 6, 2022* Plane arrived with a broken tote. I made a quick replacement and it cut well without any tuning. ## 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? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/36479270-1-12-004-smooth-plane-bailey-no-4-multicolor](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/36479270-1-12-004-smooth-plane-bailey-no-4-multicolor) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-08-23*