Tools & Materials
Rider - Rider- No. 60 1/2 Block Plane
The Rider 60-1/2 block plane is responsive to blade adjustments.
Jul 26, 2012
A good-value plane; low profile is a little hard to grip but overall balance is good; responsive to blade adjustments; sole was flat.
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