Replacement Rods for Hand Planes

Let's get the tool working right.

Stop being overwhelmed rusted, pitted, or missing rods? It happens all the time and no one knows the size rods you need. Fence rods are the first parts to go bad on vintage planes, and restoring them is often more frustration than it’s worth. At Woodyah, our goal is simple: stop fighting bad rods and get your tools working again.

Yes, you can sand and wax rusty rods—but why waste the time? These rods are user-grade replacements, designed to get your fence sliding smoothly so you can focus on making, not fixing. Time is money, and your tools should help you build, not slow you down.

Stanley 45 Replacement Rods

• ✅ Rod Diameter: 9.5mm
• ✅ Lengths: Long – 8", Short – 5" (original was 4¼", but we give you more room)
• ✅ Compatibility: Fits all models after Type 7B (earlier versions used threaded rods)
• ✅ Notes: We also offer the correct screws to clamp the rods down

Plane	Rod Size	Lengths	Buy
Stanley 45 - Long	9.5mm	8"	View on Amazon
Stanley 45 - Short	9.5mm	6"	View on Amazon

• 1/4-28 Thread – Click here
• 10-28 Thread – Click here

Record 043 / 044 Replacement Rods

• ✅ Rod Diameter: 6mm
• ✅ Lengths: Short – 3", Long – 6"
• ✅ Thread Size for Arms: 10-24 cheese head (used to attach rods to the body)
• ✅ Notes: All screws on these planes are 10-24, so replacements are easy

Craftsman’s Tip

Many reproduction rods are not chamfered. Don’t sweat it—just touch the ends with sandpaper and you’ve got a smooth slide. It’s all part of the craft, and it’s what makes us woodworkers. Stop Wasting time. Go on Amazon and grab them! Remember buy them in PAIRS! 1 Rod will just be funny.

Plane	Rod Size	Lengths	Buy
Record 043 / 044 - Short	6mm	4"	View on Amazon
Record 043 / 044 - Long	6mm	7"	View on Amazon

Woodyah exists to keep user-grade planes moving and making awesome items. These rods aren’t about saving collectibles—they’re about keeping you in the shop, building with confidence.