Q: Why would I choose this over a standard block plane?
At just 14 oz, it is half the weight of a standard block plane, which matters if you are carrying it in your apron all day.
Veritas Apron Plane
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This small, low-angle block plane is ideal for trim carpentry. At 14 oz it is half the weight of a standard block plane, a big plus if you carry it in your apron all day.
The 5 5/8" × 1 5/8" ductile cast iron body takes knocks in stride. It has good hand feel; unique side wings allow a comfortable firm grip and provide stability for shooting. A combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism makes setting easy and accurate. 12° bed angle. Patented.
It comes with a lapped 25° bevel blade made of O1, A2 or PM-V11 tool steel. The O1 blade is 0.098" thick (nearly 25% thicker than standard 0.080" block plane blades), 1 1/4" wide, and hardened to Rc58-60. For yet more beef, choose the A2 blade or the PM-V11 blade, each 1/8" thick.
Made in Canada.
At just 14 oz, it is half the weight of a standard block plane, which matters if you are carrying it in your apron all day.
The O1 blade is 0.098" thick, while the A2 blade and the PM-V11 blade are 1/8" thick. You can select the blade steel that works best for your project.
Yes, replacement blades for the apron plane are available – select from A2 (plain or toothed), O1 or PM-V11.
Unique side wings provide a comfortable, firm grip and add stability when shooting edges.
| Materials | Ductile cast-iron body; O1, A2 or PM-V11 tool steel blade |
| Color/Finish | Black and brass |
| Dimensions | 5 5/8" × 1 5/8" body; 1 1/4" wide blade (0.098" thick O1; 1/8" thick A2/PM-V11) |
| Weight | 14 oz |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Includes | Veritas apron plane |
| Package Quantity | 1 kit |
| Certifications | Patented |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Veritas Apron Plane
This small, low-angle block plane is ideal for trim carpentry. At 14 oz it is half the weight of a standard block plane, a big plus if you carry it in your apron all day.
The 5 5/8" × 1 5/8" ductile cast iron body takes knocks in stride. It has good hand feel; unique side wings allow a comfortable firm grip and provide stability for shooting. A combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism makes setting easy and accurate. 12° bed angle. Patented.
It comes with a lapped 25° bevel blade made of O1, A2 or PM-V11 tool steel. The O1 blade is 0.098" thick (nearly 25% thicker than standard 0.080" block plane blades), 1 1/4" wide, and hardened to Rc58-60. For yet more beef, choose the A2 blade or the PM-V11 blade, each 1/8" thick.
Made in Canada.
