Block Planes, low angle vs standard angle?
Block Planes, low angle vs standard angle?
In this video Rob discusses his point of view on block planes, planing angles, comfort in use, purpose and which he thinks you should consider and why.
Thanks Rob! You just answered my question. I was on the fence. Those little advantages you described add up over time.
Thank you Rob. I have been wanting to and a block plane to my work bench but was not sure which one to get. I will take your advice and add a low angel one. Also I have taken your advice and started buying WoodRiver planes. They have made hand planyng allot more enjoyable.
This is a fair assessment. Block planes are indeed most useful for their size and ergonomics. I can’t say I have ever lost much sleep over what honing angle I use on mine.
Well said, straight forward and very helpful.
The other advantage of the low angle is that it fits in my apron pocket and comes out easily without binding.
good god! those are some pretty planes!
I’m amazed how just how effortless your end grain cuts are. With a freshly sharpened blade, and in that exact scenario, how many passes do you think you could take before you would feel the need to sharpen again?
So what kind of plane is that?
Nice demonstration Rob, thanks for sharing it.
It would be good to know what brand low angle you recommend
huh? Wouldn’t you just add the bedding angle and the contact angle?
Always enjoy your videos…rr Normandy, Fra.
As always very educational and easy to follow. Thank you Rob
Thanks for sharing that
The block plane also became popular with cabinet makers. They needed something small enough to carry and be able to plane end grain as well as with grain to fine tune cabinets and drawers.
Rob you need to post more content, I’ll speak for the majority when I say…We love it. You’re a pro and any video including you is a privilege to watch. My favorite thing about you is that you design on the fly and show every step of the way, including mess ups.
lmao Rob has a video for literally every major woodworking question I’ve asked.
Thanks Rob, I appreciate the advice as always!
I’ve known some pretty ‘low angels’ in my time…….š
āHope that helpsā.
Yes it does. Thanks Rob.
I guess the two thumbs-.down trolls donāt believe in math or something LOL. I had the ālow angle block is the same angle as your bench planeā argument with a guy last weekend. Could not make him believe me.
Has anyone reground a low angle plane to an even lower angle than 25 degrees to see how it compares to the 12+25+micro bevel