Stanley 12-404 Replacement Plane Cutter 2.5 in Wide

Product Description

The STANLEY 12-404 is a replacement plane cutter designed to restore cutting performance to hand planes used in woodworking and finish carpentry. At 2.5 inches wide, this blade fits standard bench plane bodies requiring a cutter of that width. It is a direct drop-in replacement intended to extend the service life of existing plane tools without requiring a full tool replacement. Woodworking professionals and skilled tradespeople who rely on hand planes for jointing, smoothing, or trimming work will find this a straightforward swap-in part. The cutter ships as a single unit.

This replacement cutter is suited for use in workshop and on-site environments where hand plane maintenance is part of routine tool upkeep. It is appropriate for finish carpenters, cabinetmakers, and woodworking professionals who maintain their own hand tools. The 2.5-inch width targets bench planes in that size class commonly used for surface smoothing and edge work on wood stock.

Key Features

• 2.5-inch wide cutting edge fits standard bench planes of that size class
• Direct replacement design allows restoration of an existing plane body
• Sold individually, allowing single-unit replacement as needed
• Weighs 2.75 pounds, consistent with a solid, full-width cutter blade

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement cutter for hand bench planes requiring a 2.5-inch wide blade. Verify your plane body accepts a cutter of this width before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by someone familiar with hand plane disassembly and blade adjustment. Remove the plane cap iron and chip breaker assembly before swapping the cutter blade. Ensure the new cutter is seated flat against the frog and that the cap iron screw is tightened securely before use. Honing the cutting edge to the desired bevel angle after installation is standard practice before returning the plane to service.

Technical Specifications

• Cutter Width: 2.5 inches
• Weight: 2.75 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 76174124040

Standard Information

• Brand: STANLEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 12-404