Q: What does this kit include?
The kit includes a blade, a Norris-style adjuster with a steel cup, and a knob, tapped insert and cross pin for the lever cap.
05P4051 - Veritas 2” Wooden Bench Plane Hardware Kit, A2 Blade
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These plane kits let you build a wood-bodied smooth, jack or jointer plane with a Norris-style mechanism for easy depth and lateral adjustment. You can customize the size and shape of the completed plane, creating a practical tool that you can rely on for many years to come.
Each kit includes a blade and a Norris-style adjuster with a steel cup to seat it in, plus a knob, tapped insert and cross pin for the lever cap, all made of brass. You have the choice of a 2" wide, 1/8" thick blade or a 2 1/4" wide, 3/16" thick blade in A2, O1 or PM-V11 tool steel, all with 25° bevels. You provide the wood of your choice.
The 2” wide blade requires an inner body width of 2 1/16”, a minimum blank length of 8”, a minimum blank width of 3” and a minimum blank height of 2 1/2”. The 2 1/4” wide blade requires an inner body width of 2 5/16”, a minimum blank length of 8”, a minimum blank width of 3 1/4” and a minimum blank height of 2 1/2”.
Detailed instructions are provided.
An excellent project for both beginners and experienced woodworkers.
Made in Canada.
The kit includes a blade, a Norris-style adjuster with a steel cup, and a knob, tapped insert and cross pin for the lever cap.
Yes, you provide the wood blank for the plane body; a minimum blank of 8" long, 3" or 3 1/4" wide (depending on blade width) and 2 1/2" tall is required.
The blade is available in A2, O1 or PM-V11 tool steel, all lapped with a 25° bevel, letting you choose based on your sharpening preference and desired edge retention.
Yes. Detailed instructions are provided, making this an approachable project for both beginners and experienced woodworkers.
| Materials | A2, O1 or PM-V11 tool steel blade; brass hardware |
| Dimensions | 2" or 2 1/4" wide blade; 1/8" or 3/16" thick |
| Compatibility Dimensions | Requires minimum blank 8" long × 3" to 3 1/4" wide × 2 1/2" tall depending on blade width |
| Includes | Blade; Norris-style adjuster with steel cup; brass knob, tapped insert and cross pin for lever cap |
| Package Quantity | 1 kit |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Veritas Wooden Bench Plane Hardware
These plane kits let you build a wood-bodied smooth, jack or jointer plane with a Norris-style mechanism for easy depth and lateral adjustment. You can customize the size and shape of the completed plane, creating a practical tool that you can rely on for many years to come.
Each kit includes a blade and a Norris-style adjuster with a steel cup to seat it in, plus a knob, tapped insert and cross pin for the lever cap, all made of brass. You have the choice of a 2" wide, 1/8" thick blade or a 2 1/4" wide, 3/16" thick blade in A2, O1 or PM-V11 tool steel, all with 25° bevels. You provide the wood of your choice.
The 2” wide blade requires an inner body width of 2 1/16”, a minimum blank length of 8”, a minimum blank width of 3” and a minimum blank height of 2 1/2”. The 2 1/4” wide blade requires an inner body width of 2 5/16”, a minimum blank length of 8”, a minimum blank width of 3 1/4” and a minimum blank height of 2 1/2”.
Detailed instructions are provided.
An excellent project for both beginners and experienced woodworkers.
Made in Canada.