Veritas Apron Plane with A2 Blade Kit

Ideal for trim carpentry, this small, low-angle block plane is half the weight of a standard block plane—a big plus if you carry it in your apron all day. The 5 5/8'' x 1 5/8'' ductile cast iron body takes knocks in stride. It has good hand feel; unique side wings allow a comfortable firm grip and provide stability for shooting. A combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism makes setting easy and accurate. It includes a lapped 1/8'' thick A2 tool steel blade. Made in Canada. Patented.

Veritas Apron Plane with A2 Blade Kit Details:

• At just 14 oz., this plane is half the weight of a standard block plane, easy to carry in an apron all day
• 5-5/8'' x 1-5/8'' ductile cast iron body shrugs off the bumps and knocks of daily trim carpentry work
• Unique side wings give a firm, comfortable grip and add stability for shooting
• A combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism makes setting the blade easy and accurate.
• Low 12° bed angle suits the plane to trim carpentry tasks like fitting and fine-tuning joints
• A2 tool steel sharpens more slowly than O1 tool steel but retains an edge slightly longer; it is softer than PM-V11 alloy