Hand Planes Quick Start Guide

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If you can only have one plane in your toolbox, make it a low angle adjustable mouth block plane.

This plane is one of the most versatile tools you will ever use. It can smooth surfaces, joint sides, and chamfer edges. Our version features a high carbon tool steel iron. The adjustable mouth and knob make it easy to change from thick/coarse cuts to super-fine smoothing cuts. With their comfortable chrome-plated knuckle cap, these block planes resemble the versions of yesteryear. Once you learn to use this multi-talented tool, you will use it on every project. It is simply a must-have woodworking tool.

THE LOW ANGLE BLOCK PLANE

Metal-bodied hand plane with adjustable blade and polished lever cap on white background

 

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ALREADY HAVE A BLOCK PLANE?

The low angle block plane is the first plane you should own, but it is certainly not the last. Additional planes to consider:

Wooden-handled metal bench plane with adjustable blade for smoothing wood surfaces

No. 4
BENCH HAND PLANE

SMOOTHS
To A Final Finish

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Wooden-handled metal hand plane with adjustable blade for smoothing wood surfaces

No. 62
LOW ANGLE JACK PLANE

VERSATILE
Medium-Sized Plane

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Metal hand plane with ergonomic lever and adjustment knob for fine woodworking tasks

No. 92
SHOULDER PLANE

FINE-TUNES JOINERY
For A Perfect Fit

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Long metal hand plane with wooden front knob and rear handle for smoothing wood surfaces

No. 7
JOINTER PLANE

FLATTENS WOOD
Over A Large Area

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