Description
Like Japanese saws, Japanese planes are pulled, not pushed. They can be pushed, but cutting control is better on the pull stroke.
This white oak plane is similar to a traditional Japanese plane; however, a metal chip breaker with a capscrew replaces the traditional wooden wedge. To increase the cut, simply tap the front of the plane with a mallet; to decrease the cut, tap the back of the plane. The high-carbon steel blade will hold a keen edge to achieve tissue-thin shavings, even in difficult woods.
This chamfer plane, with its 25mm wide by 3mm thick (1" × 1/8") blade, can be adjusted to cut 30°, 45° and 60° chamfers. It may require a bit of practice in setting up the blade to achieve the final cut, but once there, performs remarkably well.
