Bench Dog No. 5 Jack Plane

The versatile jack plane is typically the first bench plane to touch rough lumber. Its uses range from flattening and squaring to preliminary smoothing. It is often called a fore plane because it is used ''before'' the finer work of the jointer and smoothing planes. Quality materials, precision machining and solid construction result in a hand plane that's an absolute pleasure to use. The sole is precision ground flat. The blade is made from thick 1/8'' hardened carbon steel for reduced chatter and excellent edge retention. Solid sapele is used for the comfortable tote and knob, adding a touch of elegance. Each plane includes a case, sock, manual and a Certificate of Inspection with measurements specific to your plane for sole flatness and blade hardness.

Features:

• Ideal for flattening, squaring and initial smoothing
• Ductile cast iron body for superior strength and resistance to impact
• Adjustable frog lets you narrow the blade opening for fine shavings
• Easy depth-of-cut adjustment and lateral blade adjustment
• Solid brass cap iron and threaded fittings for smooth action
• Sole of plane and back of blade are flat to tight tolerances
• Blade and sole are treated with a protective layer of oil
• Certificate of Inspection included for each tool
• Minimal setup and tuning required before use