Stanley 1-12-137 Sweetheart Low Angle Jack Plane
- Material Type: Metal, Paper, Plastic
- Item Weight: 6.31 pounds
- Color: Silver
- Power Source: Corded Electric
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
The listed material and weight don't match a typical hand chisel, so check the product photos closely before buying if you need a standard woodworking chisel.
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ASIN: B005GVCFOWModel: 1-12-137Category: Chisels
Overview
The Stanley 1-12-137 is listed as a chisel, but its cast iron construction and 2.86 kilogram, about 6.3 pound, weight are heavier and more metal bodied than a typical hand chisel, which is usually a forged steel blade with a wood or plastic handle.
That mismatch is worth flagging before buying: a 6.3 pound cast iron tool doesn't match the profile of a standard paring or mortise chisel, which normally weighs a few ounces. If you specifically need a hand chisel for woodworking, it's worth checking the product photos closely, since the listed material and weight here point toward a heavier, more substantial cast bodied tool.
- Listed material: cast iron
- Item weight 2.86 kilograms, about 6.3 pounds
- Brand STANLEY, model 1-12-137
Who it's for
Suits buyers comfortable confirming the exact tool type from photos before purchase, given the listed specs don't clearly match a standard hand chisel; less suited to someone who needs a lightweight paring chisel for fine woodworking and wants to buy on the listing title alone.
Pros and cons
- Cast iron construction should hold up to heavy use
- Substantial weight suggests a durable, solid build
- Weight and material don't match a typical hand chisel profile
- Exact tool type isn't confirmed by the available listing data
Performance notes
Cast iron is a durable but comparatively heavy material, and at 6.3 pounds this tool carries far more heft than a hand chisel is normally built with. That combination suggests a bench mounted or heavy duty tool rather than something meant to be swung or pushed by hand for fine paring work, though the listing data doesn't give enough detail to say definitively what the tool does.
Specifications
| Brand | STANLEY |
|---|---|
| Model | 1-12-137 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6.31 poundshigher than 100% of 108 chisels |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 15.9 × 6.9 × 3.1 inches |
| Cutting Width | 2 inches |
| Cutting Depth | 0.2 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Paper, Plastic |
| Color | Silver |
| Base Material | Cast Iron |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Stanley - 12-137 |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Stanley - 12-137 |
| Style Name | Low Angle Sweetheart Jack Plane |
| Eu Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 year |
Closest rivals on specs
Amazon Basics Wood Chisel Set with Honing Guide 8 Piece- Item Weight 6.31 vs 5.4 pounds (+17%)
Frequently asked questions
Is this a standard hand chisel?
The listed cast iron material and 6.3 pound weight are heavier than a typical hand chisel, so it's worth confirming the exact tool type from photos before buying.
What is it made of?
Cast iron, per the listing.
How much does it weigh?
2.86 kilograms, about 6.3 pounds.