Ebony Instrument Maker Compass/Convex Plane

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Product Description

Product Description

This small size convex/compass plane is made from a single piece of premium grade macassar ebony, a type of hard wood with delightful grain configuration. This type of plane can often be used by chairmaker,instrument maker and craftsmen working with detailing curved surface. It can act like a small carving gouge or scrub plane to shape a small area.

The 18 mm wide and 2 mm thick cutting iron is made from special tool steel that hardened to Rc 60 ~ 61. The cutting edge has a radius of 9 mm inch and is bedded at 40 degree in the 90 mm long plane body. The cutting depth of the iron can be easily adjusted by means of using a small brass hammer.

Final honing of the iron to suit individual preferences is recommended before first use. To hone this type of plane iron, certain technique may apply depending on your sharpening method. Always start with lightest cut as you can. As you get fimilar with the plane, you can adjust the depth of cut to your comfortable level.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 10.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B001A1RMK4
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #49,526 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2.0 out of 5 stars Mouth is too tight, May 21, 2009

By	M. F. Enright (U.S.A.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The plane is beautiful to look at, and fits comfortably in my hand. The mouth is so tight that it is impractical and nearly impossible to use. I'm not a pro woodworker, but this isn't my first plane (I have a variety of sizes) and I just can't make this one work.

5.0 out of 5 stars Agreat instrument plane, December 22, 2008

By	G. Lautenslager (Haddon Twp., NJ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a great wood working plane. It is designed for instrument making, and is appropriately sized for that. More, it has a convex sole, that allows you to work curved surfaces.

The plane is useful upon receipt. It is sharp, and cuts well right out of the box. In addition, it is beautifully made; a true work of art.

I have a number of Zen Toolworks and every one if them is a winner.