Only Plane/No blade

Veritas Custom No. 4 Smooth Plane, Body Only

Name: Veritas Custom No. 4 Smooth Plane, Body Only
Brand: Veritas Tools
SKU: 06P04.50
Price: 3748.75 SEK
Availability: InStock

kr3,748.75

Tax included

A new concept in plane design, Veritas custom bench planes can be customized to fit the work you do and the way you do it. You choose the frog angle, the blade material, and even the size and style of the knob and tote, allowing a level of personalization previously limited to handmade planes. Each part of the plane is machined by Veritas for accuracy and fit, ensuring that the plane functions as a unified whole no matter which parts you choose.

You buy the plane body only and then choose the tote, knob, frog and blade separately to make a complete plane.

The body is made from fully stress-relieved ductile cast iron. The sole is machined flat and square to the sides and has extra-large side wings for stable shooting. The Norris-style combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism allows easy and accurate blade setting, and two set screws register the blade in the throat. The movable toe plate allows quick mouth adjustments: loosening the front knob lets you close the mouth to a narrow slit for fine shavings and minimum tear-out or open it for heavier cuts. A stop screw in the throat retains mouth settings and prevents accidental contact with the blade.

The cap iron registers on and attaches to a low-profile blade carrier attached to the blade, which allows you to easily restore the cap iron to the same position after removal for blade sharpening. Two tapped holes in either side allow the mounting of an optional fence, available separately. Patented. Made in Canada.

The #4 smooth plane, at 9 1/2" long and 2 1/2" wide, is an ideal size for general smoothing, finish work and trimming parts. Its 4 lb 5 oz weight is enough to provide a smooth cut without being tiring to use. It uses a 2" wide blade.

Reference 06P04.50

Data sheet

Hyveltyp: Bänkhyvel
Bredd (tum): 2" (51 mm)
Sulans längd: 150–249 mm
Material: Segjärn
Stål ingår: Nej
Bänkhyvel nr: Nr 4

Specific References

EAN13: 722356016244
MPN: 06P0450
HS code: 82053000

Which hand plane should I start with?

Which plane to start with depends on what you will do, but for most people a smoothing plane (No. 4) or a jack plane (No. 5) is a good first choice. The smoothing plane gives smooth surfaces, and the jack plane is a versatile plane for both rough work and truing edges.

Low-angle jack planes such as the Lie-Nielsen No. 62 and the Veritas low-angle jack are also popular all-round planes. A block plane is a good addition for end grain and chamfers. The guide explains how the hand plane is built and which types exist.

Read the guide here

How do I protect my planes from rust?

Planes of cast iron and steel rust easily, especially in unheated workshops and from moisture on your hands. Wipe the plane after use and protect bare surfaces with a thin layer of wax or oil that will not mark the wood.

Store your planes dry, ideally in a plane sock or box. If rust has already formed, the guide shows how to clean and protect them.

Read the guide here

Will this product be back in stock?

Most products are restocked on an ongoing basis, but delivery times from the manufacturer vary. When an item is out of stock, the button Notify me when available appears on the product page.

Click the button and enter your email address, and we will email you as soon as the item is back in stock. If you are logged in, your email address is registered automatically. If you want to know when the next delivery is expected, you are welcome to contact us.

How often items are restocked depends on the supplier. We receive deliveries from Veritas about once a month, Lie-Nielsen ships in batches and we order from Incra about once a year. You can also add the item to a wishlist in your account, where you can see whether it is in stock.