HNT Gordon Shoulder Planes - Gidgee & Brass
Shoulder planes are used to trim the shoulders and cheeks of tennons, and to produce rabbets. A very desirable tool for furniture joints, the plane size needed is related to the size of the joints to be made.
People frequently start with a 3/4 or 1 inch size.
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.
Features:
- Lengths overall: 5-1/4, 7, 7-3/4 and 8-3/4 inches
- Blade sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 1, and 1-1/4 in wide by 3/16 in thick
- 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
- Body material: Gidgee
- Full brass sole reduces wear and helps ensure precise cuts on shoulders
- 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 - 220K (PDF Format): Use and Care Instructions
Additional Views: Blade Mallet
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