The Clifton 420 shoulder rebate plane fills the need for a longer and wider, accurate shoulder plane. The body is machined from quality grey iron casting and precision ground on the sole and sides. The lever arm is made of unbreakable malleable iron and fits snugly into the body of the plane.
The Clifton 420 shoulder rebate plane fills the need for a longer and wider, accurate shoulder plane. The body is machined from quality grey iron casting and precision ground on the sole and sides. The lever arm is made of unbreakable malleable iron and fits snugly into the body of the plane. The cutting iron fits smoothly onto the machined pads in the body and can be adjusted by means of a screw. The finish is bright ground and all edges have been rounded over to fit comfortably in the hand.
Specifications:
High quality oil hardened tool steel blade, 59–61 Rockwell C, cutting edge ground to 25° primary and 30° secondary
8" (200 mm) long
3/4" (19 mm) wide
2 1/2 lb (1.1 kg)
Data sheet
Specific References
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.
A shoulder plane and a rebate plane both have a blade that reaches the edges, but they are used for different tasks. The shoulder plane is narrow and precise and is used to trim tenon shoulders and adjust joints, often on end grain. The rebate plane often has a fence and depth stop and is used to cut rebates along an edge.
The guide explains when to choose which.
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.
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