Overview of Block Planes [Woodworkers Institute]

By alama | October 1, 2022 |

Block planes are among some of the handiest, most-used tools in the woodworking shop. Randy Maxey sits down for an informal overview of the various types of block planes in his collection. Each plane has unique uses and features plus, they can vary widely in cost and quality. See links below for sources.

Bench Dog No. 60-1/2 Block Plane: https://www.rockler.com/bench-dog-no-60-1-2-block-plane
Stanley No. 60-1/2 Sweetheart Low Angle Block Plane: https://www.rockler.com/stanley-sweetheart-low-angle-block-plane
Stanley Model 12-960 Bailey Low-Angle Block Plane: https://www.rockler.com/stanley-bailey-block-low-angle-plane-060
Veritas DX60 Block Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/block/61963-veritas-dx60-block-plane
Veritas Low-Angle Block Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/block/47881-veritas-low-angle-block-plane
Ball Tail & Knob Set for the Veritas Low-Angle Block Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/maintenance-and-accessories/102531-ball-tail-and-knob-set-for-the-veritas-low-angle-block-plane?item=05P2205
E.C. Emmerich Adjustable Block Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/block/32658-e-c-emmerich-adjustable-block-plane?item=24P6101
“Little Victor” Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/block/56665-little-victor-plane?item=15P0101
Veritas Pocket Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/block/76879-veritas-pocket-plane?item=05P6501
Veritas Apron Plane: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/block/46791-veritas-apron-plane?item=05P2701
Squirrel-Tail Palm Planes: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/hand-tools/planes/57205-squirrel-tail-palm-planes

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