Y-147. JACK PLANE. Steers Patent. William Steers is best known for inserting rosewood strips in plane soles to reduce friction, but he also patented a cutter adjustment mechanism, and the Brattleboro Tool Co. marketed a full line of these planes, this is the No. 404 with a 9-9/16" sole. Actually rarer than the composite sole planes. Proper marked cutter, wood and metal near fine, japanning possibly enhanced. From the Bud Steere collection. Fine 150-250 **All absentee bids must be placed by end of day, Friday, January 24, 2020. Current high bids can be obtained by calling our office at (800) 248-8114. See Auction Rules page for more information**