Veritas Bevel-Up Smoother Plane with A2 Blade Kit

Dubbed the 164 1/2H, this Bevel-Up Smoother Plane combines the generous width and weight (4 lb. 14 oz.) of a dedicated smoother with the versatile inner workings of a low-angle bevel-up plane. The coffin-shaped body, with a 10'' x 3-1/8'' sole, is made of fully stress-relieved ductile cast iron and has an exceptionally low center of gravity for smooth, stable cutting action. Accurately machined, the sole is flat and square to the sides.

The adjustable mouth can be closed to a narrow slit for fine shavings with minimum tear-out or opened for heavier cuts. A stop-screw in the throat adjusts to whatever mouth opening you find ideal for chip breaking and chip clearance. This lets you open the mouth fully for blade removal (for honing) and replacement, yet quickly restores your exact mouth setting. The large hardwood front knob and rear handle provide both comfort and excellent control. The adjustment mechanism, with its combined feed and lateral adjustment knob, makes blade setting easy and accurate. Set screws prevent the blade from shifting but allow full lateral adjustment.

Includes a lapped 3/16'' thick A2 tool steel blade.

Veritas Bevel-Up Smoother Plane with A2 Blade Kit Details:

• Combines the width and weight of a dedicated smoother with a versatile bevel-up mechanism
• Coffin-shaped cast-iron body has an exceptionally low center of gravity for smooth, stable cutting
• Mouth can close to a narrow slit for fine shavings or open for heavier cuts
• For very difficult grain, hone a higher micro-bevel or switch to a bevel-up blade with a steeper angle
• Sole is machined flat and square to the sides for true, consistent results
• A2 tool steel sharpens more slowly than O1 tool steel but retains an edge slightly longer; it is softer than PM-V11 alloy