Q: What does a cap iron do on a hand plane?
A cap iron stiffens the plane blade, which helps dampen vibration and reduce the potential for blade chatter during cuts, giving a cleaner, more controlled shaving.
05P6320 - 1 5/8" Veritas Cap Iron (#2)
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A cap iron serves to stiffen a plane blade, helping to dampen vibration and reduce the potential for blade chatter.
Made of corrosion-resistant A2 steel, our 1/8" thick cap irons are sized to fit Stanley and Record planes. The leading edge of the cap iron is machined with a relief angle to ensure it always contacts the face of the blade, so no gap can form.
The cap irons are also available paired with our A2, O1 or PM-V11 blades.
Made in Canada.
A cap iron stiffens the plane blade, which helps dampen vibration and reduce the potential for blade chatter during cuts, giving a cleaner, more controlled shaving.
Yes, these cap irons are sized to fit Stanley and Record planes, and are available in multiple widths so you can match the size to your specific plane model.
It is made from corrosion-resistant A2 steel, 1/8" thick, which holds up well over repeated use compared to the mild steel found on many original vintage cap irons.
| Materials | A2 tool steel |
| Dimensions | 1/8" thick; 1 5/8", 1 3/4", 2", 2 3/8" or 2 5/8" wide |
| Compatibility Dimensions | Fits Stanley and Record bench planes |
| Includes | Cap iron |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Stanley/Record Cap Irons made by Veritas
A cap iron serves to stiffen a plane blade, helping to dampen vibration and reduce the potential for blade chatter.
Made of corrosion-resistant A2 steel, our 1/8" thick cap irons are sized to fit Stanley and Record planes. The leading edge of the cap iron is machined with a relief angle to ensure it always contacts the face of the blade, so no gap can form.
The cap irons are also available paired with our A2, O1 or PM-V11 blades.
Made in Canada.
