BCWP - Brighton Tool Library: PLANE, Smoothing Plane

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Manufacturer	Record
Size	No.4

Smoothing Plane

Handtool

What is it?

A plane used to finish work that may have been prepared by larger planes or other tools.

What is it used for?

Removing wood shavings to finish work.

About This Tool

This Plane comes in a custom built box to aid with transportation and to keep it safe. The No4 Smoothing Plane. This is the standard-size smoothing plane. After other planes have done the prep work, it will take the finest shavings from the most difficult woods to leave you with a finished surface. The Record No4 is easily identifiable by the plane markings and the Record blue finish. The plane is constructed from high grade cast iron with a crucible cast tungsten steel cutter and a lever cap made with high grade cast iron with a plated finish.

SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE

No PPE is required to use this tool, however it does have a very sharp blade which should not be touched and it is recommended that safety boots are worn as accidentally dropping on your foot could cause serious injury.

When operating this machine it is advised that no loose clothing should be worn and long hair should be tied back. Wear appropriate footwear.

YOU MAY ALSO NEED

Consumables & Other Tools – Marking tools and wood finishes may be required.

How to use

If you have not used this tool or similar before please refer to the instruction manual included in the kit and further information below.

This video gives simple to understand information on using this tool -

Availability

BCWP - Brighton Tool Library
https://www.bcw.org.uk/home

116 St George’s Road
Kemptown
Brighton, BN2 1EA
United Kingdom
01273 082000

Week days, by appointment

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