{"id":19035,"date":"2026-07-22T19:58:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T09:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themccorrycollection.com\/m\/shop\/?post_type=product&#038;p=19035"},"modified":"2026-07-22T21:01:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T11:01:08","slug":"vintage-stanley-no-144-12-inch-ratchet-bit-brace","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/themccorrycollection.com\/m\/shop\/product\/vintage-stanley-no-144-12-inch-ratchet-bit-brace\/","title":{"rendered":"Vintage Stanley No. 144 12-Inch Ratchet Bit Brace Drill"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Vintage Stanley No. 144 12-Inch Ratchet Bit Brace<\/b><\/p>\n<p>This genuine vintage <b>Stanley No. 144 ratchet bit brace<\/b> is a traditional hand-powered woodworking tool designed for drilling timber with compatible brace and auger bits.<\/p>\n<p>The brace has a <b>12-inch sweep<\/b>, providing useful leverage and torque when drilling by hand. Its ratchet mechanism also allows the tool to be operated in restricted spaces where the frame cannot complete a full rotation.<\/p>\n<p>The steel frame is clearly stamped <b>STANLEY<\/b> and <b>No. 144 \u2013 12 IN<\/b>. It retains its rotating wooden centre handle and rounded wooden top pressure pad.<\/p>\n<p><b>Tested and Working<\/b><\/p>\n<p>This tool has been inspected and function tested before listing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ratchet mechanism operates correctly<\/li>\n<li>Chuck opens and closes<\/li>\n<li>Wooden centre handle rotates<\/li>\n<li>Wooden top pressure pad rotates<\/li>\n<li>Steel frame remains solid and serviceable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>No drill or auger bits are included.<\/p>\n<p><b>Condition<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Good working vintage condition.<\/p>\n<p>The steel frame displays surface wear, scratches, darkening, oxidation and workshop patina consistent with age and previous use.<\/p>\n<p>The wooden components show expected wear, marking and colour variation. The tool has not been aggressively polished or refinished, allowing it to retain its authentic vintage character.<\/p>\n<p>Please inspect all photographs carefully. They form part of the product description and show the brace\u2019s condition, markings and appearance.<\/p>\n<p><b>Ideal For<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Traditional woodworking<\/li>\n<li>Carpentry and joinery<\/li>\n<li>Hand-tool workshops<\/li>\n<li>Stanley tool collections<\/li>\n<li>Vintage workshop displays<\/li>\n<li>Rustic or industrial d\u00e9cor<\/li>\n<li>Period film, theatre or photographic props<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Product Details<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Maker:<\/b> Stanley<\/li>\n<li><b>Model:<\/b> No. 144<\/li>\n<li><b>Tool type:<\/b> Ratchet bit brace<\/li>\n<li><b>Sweep:<\/b> 12 inches<\/li>\n<li><b>Power source:<\/b> Manual<\/li>\n<li><b>Materials:<\/b> Steel and wood<\/li>\n<li><b>Condition:<\/b> Good working vintage condition<\/li>\n<li><b>Quantity:<\/b> One<\/li>\n<li><b>Drill bits included:<\/b> No<\/li>\n<li><b>Inventory code:<\/b> TMCEJC-000007<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>What Is Included<\/b><\/p>\n<p>One vintage Stanley No. 144 12-inch ratchet bit brace.<\/p>\n<p>No drill bits, auger bits, accessories or other photographed items are included.<\/p>\n<p><b>Delivery<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Standard Australian postage is included in the website price.<\/p>\n<p>The brace will be carefully wrapped and boxed to protect the frame, chuck and wooden components during transport.<\/p>\n<p>Combined postage may be available where practical for compatible purchases. Please contact TMC Emporium before ordering multiple items so that available options can be confirmed.<\/p>\n<p>Code TMCEF-000008 WC<\/p>\n<p>TMC Emporium<\/p>\n<p>TMC Emporium offers an evolving collection of vintage, collectable and decorative items sourced throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria. Each item is individually photographed and described, with care taken to accurately represent its condition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Genuine vintage Stanley No. 144 ratchet bit brace with a 12-inch sweep, adjustable chuck and rotating wooden handles. The ratchet, chuck and handles have been inspected and operate correctly. It retains honest age-related wear, oxidation and workshop patina. Suitable for traditional woodworking, tool collecting or display.<\/p>\n<p>Standard Australian postage included.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":19039,"template":"","meta":{"slim_seo":{"title":"Vintage Stanley No. 144 12-Inch Ratchet Bit Brace Drill - {{ post.custom_field.wc_ps_subtitle }}Working Traditional Woodworking Brace with 12-Inch Sweep - The McCorry Collection","description":"Genuine vintage Stanley No. 144 ratchet bit brace with a 12-inch sweep, adjustable chuck and rotating wooden handles. 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