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WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3

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The No. 6, also called a "fore" hand plane is good for jointing edges and flattening and smoothing large surfaces, such as table tops, panels and workbench tops, where you might not want or need the length or weight of a larger plane. The extra length and width of the sole enables it to shave bumps and bridge valleys 7/8” wide better than a shorter plane. Weighing in at a stout 7-3/4 lbs, this plane's additional heft makes it easier for you to shave difficult stock without breaking a sweat.



V3: Like our previous WoodRiver® Bench Hand Planes, our version 3 is based on the reliable Bedrock design and feature heavy, stress-relieved ductile iron castings, fully machined adjustable frogs and A-2 blades but we took the opportunity between manufacturing runs to do a critical review and make a few improvements. We’ve changed the shape of the rear tote and increased the diameter of the blade adjustment wheel to make advancing the blade a bit easier. We improved the lateral adjustment lever and added a traditional style bearing for better control of the blade. We’ve made numerous changes to the castings that result in better “feedback” and a solid feel to the user. Working closely with our own manufacturer, we’ve continued to make improvements in machining, finish and functionality which we feel have yielded hand planes that are meant to be used and offer an extraordinary value.


  • 2-7/8” W x 17-3/4”L with 2-3/8”W blade

  • Modeled after the Bedrocks, Stanley Tool's very best line

  • WoodRiver® hand planes feature the same heavy castings (7-3/4 lbs) and fully machined frogs

  • Lightly finished Bubinga handles provide comfort and control

  • Tools require minimal tune-up prior to use

  • Commonly known as a “fore” plane

  • Soles and sides are machined flat and square within tightly held tolerances



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    4.7

    (based on 19 reviews)

    94%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Effective (14)
    • Well built / quality (12)
    • Sturdy case (4)

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Large projects (15)
    • Small projects (9)
    • Home repair (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid do-it-yourselfer (16), Casual do-it-yourselfer (3)
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    • Personal (18)

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    5/2/2012
     
    5.0

    Excellent plane

    By  Coach

    from Collierville, TN

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Strong
    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home Repair
    • Large Projects
    • Small Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    Very well made tool. Useable out of the box; superb with a minimum of sharpening.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    3/2/2012
     
    5.0

    Amazing

    By  Nick

    from Willis, TX

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Balanced
    • Nice weight
    • Strong
    • Well machined
    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Large Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    I just got home with this plane,wiped the oil off and started edge jointing some 8/4 walnut. I seriously could not believe how easily the blade, without honing/sharpening I remind you, sliced through walnut, leaving a remarkably mirror glass surface. I bought this plane primarily for flattening my workbench, but I might be doing a little milling with it too! (not too much, that is what I have a power planer and jointer for). I've never used a Lie-Nielsen or in-fill plane before, but for the price, I really don't think you can beat this plane. I have a refurbished Bailey #4 that I might be replacing with the WoodRiver #4. I am going to look at the sole for any potential lapping, and will definitely sharpen and hone the blade, but I honestly cannot believe this plane right out of the box. I will never doubt Rob Cosman! His name with this plane was really the selling point for me from the get-go. Off to hone, lap and more planing!

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    7/5/2011
     
    5.0

    Excellent plane

    By  digitaldan

    from Baltimore

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

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    Pros

    • Easy to tune up
    • Well made
    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    [...]. It took only 1.5 hours to tune-up this plane and it has worked very nicely since then. The sole was not quite flat, but it took little time to correct that. The blade is substantial and although the back was not flat, it lapped nicely and the bevel was nearly flat from the start. The throat opening was somewhat rough and seemed incongruous with the rest of the plane, but it is a small point. The handles are well made and look attractive. It arrived covered in only oil and not that waxy stuff that most places use to protect cast iron. There was no 4.5 star rating, so i gave it 5 stars. It isn't perfect right out of the box, but it is very good. When you compare it to Lie Nielsen's $375 No.6 bench plane, it is a very good value for the money.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    3/24/2011
     
    5.0

    Great Vlue

    By  mensch

    from Atlanta GA

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

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    Pros

    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    • None

    Best Uses

    • Gifts
    • Home Repair
    • Large Projects
    • Small Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    I own and use several of the products from Lie-Nielsen and Lee Valley. This number 6 plane is very comparable in quality of shaving produced. Don't skimp on the honing (microbevel, 8000 grit stone, and strop) and, like me, you will also save a considerable sum.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    3/20/2011
     
    4.0

    Great Value

    By  qproridr

    from Indianapolis, IN

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

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    Pros

    • Nice Heft
    • Nice thick iron
    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Large Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    I bought this to flatten a large table top I am building. When I got it home and out of the box I expected it would take me hours of tuning to get optimum performance so I was very pleasantly surprised when I stuck some 220 sandpaper down to my Unisaw top and found the sole to be nearly perfectly flat. Not sure I took more than maybe 20 strokes total before giving up. I could do no better. The iron is nice and thick and quite hard I might add as it took more effort than I would normally give any of my lower quality blades in order to get the back flattened. This is testament to the quality of the blade and its ability to hold an edge. After final honing on my worksharp, it was a matter of seconds and I had a bunch of transparent hard maple shavings on my bench. After some very minor tuning I consider this to be a great value in a plane. I dont have the budget for the "boutique" brands but I believe I now have the performance.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    2/25/2011
     
    5.0

    GOOD VALUE

    By  DOC

    from MONTGOMERY, AL

    About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Strong

    Cons

    Best Uses

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    GREAT FOR SQUARING BOARDS FOR CABNETS. REQUIRED SOME TUNE UP AND HONING BUT WAS OVER ALL NICELY FINISHED FOR THE MONEY. I HAVE ONLY HAD TOOL FOR ONE MONTH AND CAN NOT SAY HOW WELL THIS TOOL WILL HOLD AN EDGE OR THE TOOL WILL REMAIN TUNED. I HAVE AN OLD SET OF BEDROCKS AND THESE TOOLS SEEM TO COMPARE FAVORABLY (I CAN NOT BELIEVE I SAID THAT AS MUCH AS I LOVE THOSE OLD TOOLS). I HAVE ENJOYED THESE WOOD RIVER PLANES SO MUCH THAT I HAVE AQUIRED A #5 (EQUALLY PLEASED) AND HAVE A #4 ON THE WAY! I WISH YOU WOULD CONSIDER MAKING A #7 AND #8.

    • Primary Use:
    • Business

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    1/9/2011
     
    5.0

    Awesome Plane

    By  MasterChiefRet

    from Chicago, IL

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    Pros

    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    Went to a Rob Cosman workshop at my local Woodcraft in Woodridge IL this weekend. Rob pulled one of these #6 V3 planes right out of the box, spent a couple of minutes honing the blade with the 1K and 16K Shapton stones. Watched while he planed a piece of "HIGHLY FIGURED" maple. This plane was planning tranparent shavings with no problems. Liked what I saw so much I bought the one he was using for demonstration, already sharpened you know :-)

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    12/14/2010
     
    5.0

    Great Value

    By  Ham

    from Cortez, CO

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Large Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    This is the second of the new Woodriver planes I have recently purchased. It hopefully wont be the last, they are great performing planes and a real value

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    11/30/2010
     
    5.0

    Perfect gift

    By  Martin

    from Montreal, Canada

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Strong

    Cons

    • Not Effective

    Best Uses

    • Large Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    Great product

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    9/14/2010
     
    4.0

    Love it

    By  Kernsy

    from Nashua.NH

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Strong
    • Works Effectively

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home Repair
    • Large Projects

    Comments about WoodRiver #6 Bench Hand Plane, V3 :

    Bought a plane from big box store fettled for hours, This worked right out of the box,love it.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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