Q: What does this front knob do?
It gives a taller, firmer grip that adds the leverage needed to push the low-angle block plane through difficult wood.
05P2204 - Tall Front Knob
The bevel-up configuration of our low-angle block plane lets you vary the blade angle to suit the task, from low-angle blades for use on end grain to high-angle blades on figured wood. However, steeper cutting angles require more force to push the plane—a challenge for those with small hands or less strength.
We offer inexpensive hardwood grips to adapt our low-angle block plane into a small bevel-up smoothing plane that can work a wide variety of woods, providing the firm hold and greater leverage needed to plane difficult wood. Retrofitted with this tall front knob and a vertical tote (available separately), the plane works similarly to a #3 smoothing plane for small-scale work, working in tight areas and for use by those with less hand strength.
Made in Canada.
It gives a taller, firmer grip that adds the leverage needed to push the low-angle block plane through difficult wood.
It fits our Veritas low-angle block plane.
For the full conversion to a bevel-up smoother, add a vertical tote, which is available separately.
It helps woodworkers with smaller hands or less strength, and anyone working in tight areas at a small scale.
The front knob is hardwood.
| Materials | Hardwood |
| Compatibility | Fits the Veritas low-angle block plane; pairs with a vertical tote |
| Includes | Tall front knob |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Front Knob for the Veritas Low-Angle Block Plane
The bevel-up configuration of our low-angle block plane lets you vary the blade angle to suit the task, from low-angle blades for use on end grain to high-angle blades on figured wood. However, steeper cutting angles require more force to push the plane—a challenge for those with small hands or less strength.
We offer inexpensive hardwood grips to adapt our low-angle block plane into a small bevel-up smoothing plane that can work a wide variety of woods, providing the firm hold and greater leverage needed to plane difficult wood. Retrofitted with this tall front knob and a vertical tote (available separately), the plane works similarly to a #3 smoothing plane for small-scale work, working in tight areas and for use by those with less hand strength.
Made in Canada.
