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Trying plane - Gidgee - 18in. long with a 2in. wide HCS blade is well suited to final smoothing of any long lumber surface or for jointing. Combined with the Shooting Board (below), ends of boards are easily trimmed perfectly square without end grain tearout.

Gidgee is a native Australian wood which is a member of the Acacia family. Wood is carefully selected, cut and dried to produce a stable and reliable tool capable of long service.

• Body material: Gidgee
• Length overall: 18 in.
• Blade size: 2 in. wide x 1/4 in. thick
• Brass insert reduces wear at mouth
• Blade material: High Carbon Steel (HCS) Hardened to Rc 62-64
• 60 degree cutting angle works well on figured grain and reverses to 90 degree cutting angle creating a scraper plane useful on difficult grain
• Tee handle permits plane to be pushed or pulled and is easily removed for other hand-grips
• Well illustrated instructions included with each plane
• Unconditionally Guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship
• Additional Info - 550K (PDF Format): FAQs & Planing Tips
• Additional Info - 340K (PDF Format): Use and Care Instructions

The HNT Gordon Trying Plane works well with Shooting Boards. In use, the handle extends above the side of the plane permitting a comfortable grip.