> Any insight as to why these handles are in demand?
>
Tools, like anything else, experience fads.
You couldn't give these file handles away a few years ago.

I sold 2 spare Stanley router planes for 5 bucks apiece once,
and it took me a while to sell them.
   yours scott

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