No. 100-1/2 Convex Sole Block Plane

This small block plane is perfect for all sorts of hollowing jobs like chair seats, moldings and model making. The sole of the plane is 1-1/4″ wide x 3-1/2″ long. Overall length, including the squirrel-tail handle, is 4-7/8″. The sole has a convex radius of 3″ in the width and 27″ in the length.

Ductile Iron body, Bronze cap.

Blade is 7/8″ wide, 1/8″ thick, A2 steel.
Blade is ground to a 7/8″ radius and bedded at 20º.
Weight 8.8 oz.

Materials:

We use Ductile Iron for the bodies. These
castings are fully stress-relieved, a process that removes
inherent stresses and ensures that the tool will remain flat and
true. The cap is Manganese Bronze.

The blade is A2 Tool Steel hardened to Rockwell 60-62,
cryogenically treated and double tempered. Our heat treating
technique ensures that the blade will take and hold a very fine
edge for a long time. After heat treating, the blade is fully
surface ground on the top, back, and cutting edge, giving a
smooth, flat surface that will take a mirror finish very quickly.
The 1/8″ thickness provides solid, chatter-free cutting.

Maintenance:

The body casting is ground flat and true (to
.0015″). Occasional hand lapping with fine wet/dry sandpaper
(400 grit or higher) on a flat surface will help remove dings and
keep it true. The cap iron can be polished with any good brass
polish, or allowed to patina with age and use. Occasionally, the
tool should be disassembled, cleaned, and moving parts oiled.
The blade should be kept lightly oiled to prevent rust, especially
when the tool is not in use. We recommend Jojoba Oil, a plant based oil product that is non-toxic, odor-free and easy to use. Also, in our shop, we use a fine abrasive handblock to remove any light surface oxide from tool bodies and blades. Jojoba Oil and abrasive handblocks are available from us.

Find everything you need for tool care.

Guarantee:

Materials and workmanship are guaranteed for the life of your tool. Call for repairs or replacement parts. We are available for advice if you ever have a problem using your tool.

Proposition 65 Notice:

Bronze and brass alloys contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.