Hand spokeshave STANLEY Spokeshaves 151 — metal body, adjustable blade

STANLEY Spokeshaves 151 — metal body, adjustable blade is a hand spokeshave intended for shaping and smoothing wooden surfaces. The tool has a die-cast metal body with a 55 mm base and an adjustable 55 mm iron, enabling precise control of cutting depth and blade alignment. It is designed for manual material removal and fine contouring of edges and curves in joinery, cabinetry and other detailed woodworking tasks.

Advantages

The die-cast spokeshave body and integrated stopping block provide stability and consistent contact with the workpiece. Blade depth and lateral alignment are fully adjustable using two milled screws, allowing controlled, repeatable cuts. Two base shapes are available to match surface profiles: a flat base for flat and convex surfaces and a round base for concave surfaces. The 55 mm iron offers a wide cutting profile appropriate for smoothing and shaping operations; the iron can be positioned manually and replaced on request.

Suitable for

• Shaping and smoothing edges and curves on wooden components
• Fine fitting and trimming in joinery and cabinetry
• Manual removal of material for profiles, spindles and chair parts
• Surface refinement after rasping or coarse planing

Key specifications

• Tool type: Hand spokeshave with metal (die-cast) body
• Base width: 55 mm
• Iron (blade) width: 55 mm
• Base shapes available: flat (for flat and convex surfaces) and round (for concave surfaces)
• Blade adjustment: depth and alignment via two milled screws
• Stopping block: die-cast integrated stopping block for stable contact
• Blade placement: manual positioning; replacement iron available on request

How to use

Secure the workpiece and check that the spokeshave is set to the required cutting depth by adjusting the two milled screws. Hold the spokeshave with both hands, keeping the sole flat to the workpiece for flat or convex surfaces or using the round base if shaping concave profiles. Push or pull the tool along the grain in controlled passes, taking light shavings until the desired contour and surface smoothness are achieved. Re-check blade alignment and depth periodically and make small adjustments as needed.

Usage recommendations

Use sharp, properly seated irons and adjust cutting depth conservatively for initial passes. Work with the grain where possible to minimize tear-out, and clean or hone the iron before use to maintain cutting performance. Store the spokeshave in a dry place and request replacement irons from STANLEY when the blade becomes worn.