Planes - Smoothing - Page 5 of 6

SP 4 Smoothing Plane
June 1, 2005

The Groz is an affordable smoother based on classic Stanley designs. It required a great deal of tuning when it came into the Fine Woodworking shop before it was ready for steady use.
Smoothing Plane
June 1, 2005

Made in India, the Anant appears to be a reproduction of an original Bailey, but it lacks refinement in its fit and finish.
Metal Smoothing Planes
May 1, 2005

There are several choices between $30 and $300
Handplane Tune-up
October 1, 2004

Step-by-step instructions to get maximum performance from any handplane.
Wooden Smoothing Plane
June 1, 2003

This wooden smoother by Knight Toolworks features a Japanese iron and cocobolo sole.
Smoothing Plane No. 7
January 1, 2003

A handcrafted No. 7 smoothing plane from Sauer and Steiner Toolworks features a cocobolo infill and an M2 high-speed steel blade.
High-Angle Frog for No. 4 1/3 Smoothing Plane
October 1, 2001

This add-on frog converts Lie-Nielsen's No. 4 and No. 4-1/2 smoothers to 50° from 45° .
Clifton Jack Plane No. 5
August 1, 2001

The Clifton No. 5 jack plane is based on the classic Stanley Bedrock design with some variations, including a two-piece cap iron.
Smoothing Plane No. 4-1/2
August 1, 2001

The Veritas No. 4-1/2 smoothing plane features an adjusting mechanism based on the traditional Norris design but with some enhancements.
Smoothing Plane No. 51
June 1, 1999

Available as a kit or as a finished product, the St. James Bay smoother is a nice tool that requires some maintenance.

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