I don't collect much for old tools. Most of what I have is either a user or waiting on me to restore it and sell it off so someone else can enjoy for many years to come.
I have tried, and thus far mostly failed, to collect orange frog Stanleys. I only have #2, #3, and #4. When they are in very good condition they leave a noticeable dent in the wallet.
The other collection...altho I have used them...are transitionals that have "Bailey" cast in front of the knob. I really just like the look of these. Slowly but surely working on a full set. Some will need "new shoes" but eventually will get a full restore treatment. Ignore that pesky liberty bell plane...not sure how it got in the photo shoot
