J Jim Moore Member Messages 29 Jan 22, 2021 #1 I'm repairing a Stanley #82 scraper. This scraper has no handle. The hole looks to be for a 1/4" screw but neithrt the 20 or 28 tpi threads fit. Does anyone know what size this screw needs to be? Thanks, Jim
I'm repairing a Stanley #82 scraper. This scraper has no handle. The hole looks to be for a 1/4" screw but neithrt the 20 or 28 tpi threads fit. Does anyone know what size this screw needs to be? Thanks, Jim
Jim DeLaney Moderator Staff member Messages 7,144 Location Austintown, Ohio Jan 22, 2021 #2 Good Luck! Stanley was infamous for using oddball or proprietary screw sizes. You might try a #12-24 (if you can find one) or a Metric M6-1.0. I've had luck with both.
Good Luck! Stanley was infamous for using oddball or proprietary screw sizes. You might try a #12-24 (if you can find one) or a Metric M6-1.0. I've had luck with both.