Tools & Materials
Anant - No. 60 1/2 Block Plane
Jul 26, 2012
Though it has a low silhouette that should make it comfortable to hold, sharp edges and rough machining interfere with the grip; blade deflection caused lots of chatter; sole was flat.
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Starrett 4" Double Square
Head is easy to remove, replace, and lock down; narrowest blade, at 5⁄8 in., made it easier to fit into tight places; hard to read under bright lights.
Lie-Nielsen No. 102 Low Angle Block Plane
With smooth, precise adjustments and wonderful balance, this compact block plane is a joy to use. It doesn’t have any bells and whistles, but there’s not a better block plane available for the money.
Bahco 6-Inch Card Scraper
The size and thickness are what matter here. A consistent performer, this Bahco scraper is found in many shops we visit.
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