Stanley 78 DIY “Fugly” Fence

Let’s be real: original Stanley 78 fences are scarce, expensive, and not exactly perfect. So I built a bunch of Fugly Fences—simple, industrial, and made to work. I coat them with a removable rubber layer so in 20 years you’ll know if yours has seen action. Prefer paint? Spray it. This is an old-school look on purpose. It’s not exact—neither was the original.

Highlights

• Industrial, no-frills design — built for shop use, not the mantel.
• Removable rubber coating — peels off cleanly; paint it if that’s your vibe.
• Budget-friendly alternative to chasing originals.
• DIY-ready with common parts and simple tools (learn pop rivets—it’s fun!).
• Compatible with Stanley 78 style fence post geometry (user-grade fit).

Recommended Add-Ons

I recommend grabbing two threaded fence rods for the 78 (sold separately) so you can set up and go.

DIY Parts List (Affiliate Links)

Quick Install (Typical)

1. Cut/prepare the fence plate and mark hole positions.
2. Fit the 7mm flange as your rod guide; check square to the sole.
3. Position the offset bracket for the desired fence face offset.
4. Pop-rivet bracket to plate (start with 1/8", upsize to 1/4" if you want extra beef).
5. Use M4 × 16mm screws where needed; test-fit with your two threaded fence rods.
6. Coat it (rubber or paint), let cure, and get back to work.

What You’ll Get

• Option A: Pre-built limited batch (when available): rubber-coated, shop-ready, intentionally “Fugly.”
• Option B: DIY recipe (links above): build it your way—learn a skill, save a buck.

Compatibility

Designed around the Stanley 78 fence post geometry. Also useful for many 78-style clones. Minor user fitting is normal.

Shop Notes

• Rubber coat peels cleanly if you want bare metal or paint later.
• Edges are eased; you can refine to taste.
• Sand the aluminum to shape as desired.
• These are work parts—expect small cosmetic marks. Function first.

Woodyah is not affiliated with Stanley. This is a user-grade solution to keep vintage tools working.