WoodRiver No. 4-1/2 Smoothing Plane
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Sorry, our agreement with Woodcraft restricts us from shipping WoodRiver Planes to the U.S.
I own and recommend WoodRiver V3 planes. These planes are based on the reliable Stanley Bedrock design, are very well made, and have an excellent price point making them a "BEST VALUE."
Traditionally, a smoothing plane is the last plane used on a wood surface. When sharpened and used properly, it produces a finish that surpasses that made by sandpaper.
Because I keep my jack plane freshly sharpened I normally don’t need to use a smoother, but on those occasions when I do, I reach for my WoodRiver No. 4-1/2.
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No. 4-1/2 Plane size: 2-7/8” W x 10-3/8”L with 2-3/8”W blade.
- Orders outside of Canada MUST include preparation service in order to ensure the plane is perfect before we ship it overseas.
- Heavy, stress-relieved ductile iron castings.
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Fully machined adjustable frogs bedded at a 45 degree angle.
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Thick steel blade and chipbreaker dampens vibration making solid planing.
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Lightly finished Bubinga handles provide comfort and control.
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Soles and sides are machined flat and square within tightly held tolerances.
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Sorry, our agreement with Woodcraft restricts us from shipping WoodRiver Planes to the U.S.
Plane Preparation Service. All planes require some preparation. For a small fee we offer a complete plane preparation service, for one plane, so that no set-up is required by you. Your plane will be ready to use 'out-of-the-box! (See Prep Service tab for what is included).
Our Plane Preparation Service includes:
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Chamfer / ease the edges of the plane.
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Tune the lateral adjustment lever.
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Remove all of the shipping grease.
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Flatten the back of the lever cap.
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Flatten and fit the chip-breaker to the blade.
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Apply a back bevel and sharpen the blade.
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Test the plane for proper operation and set-up.
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Apply a light coat of Camellia oil to prevent rust.
Sorry, our agreement with Woodcraft restricts us from shipping WoodRiver Planes to the U.S.
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CanadaThis plane was purchased to replace a hundred year old plane that had belonged to my uncle who was a cabinet maker, I cant believe the difference. The 4 1/2 is almost twice as heavy and floats on the surface with very little effort and has a super smooth finish. Love it. Phil
CanadaBoth my new Wood River No 6 foreplane and a No. 4 1/2 smoothing plane (both "Cosmanized"), make planing a pleasure, and they are almost too beautiful to put to work! Seriously, they are fine tools with lots of heft so they run the length of the board with considerably less effort (especially with a bit of Cosman wax) than I have been used to. The adjustment knob is located just right to easily adjust with my index finger as I plane, which is a welcome change for me. As I add planes, I'll definitely come back to Cosmanized Wood river planes. Loved the wafer thin shavings which came with the planes, right out of the box. Nice touch.
CanadaWhat a beast! Had you tune it up ! Set the standard for me to aim for! When I opened the box a set of shavings floated up! Lol Included a sample of delicious maple syrup! Thanks!
With this plane and a WR no. 6 I’ve found so much satisfaction in woodworking that my wife accuses me of spending too much time with my new “girlfriends”. An initial inspection revealed the need to file a few micro-burs from around the throat and edges of the plane, and I also ensured the lever cap and chip breaker were flattened to ensure equal pressure across the blade. I prepped and sharpened the blade, although it’s sharp enough out of the box to start planing if you don’t already have a sharpening kit. I like the weight and balance, and the Bedrock features that make it easy to close the throat for planing harder species. I like using my no.6 but I have had a few smaller workpieces where this no.4 1/2 has been ideal. The results are as smooth as glass and it offers the level of control I desire.
Got this tool and Rob went over how to use it and properly sharpen the blade. His videos on this are extremely helpful. Once this is fully sharpened this plane is so much fun to use. Really great for those smaller areas of wood and with it sharpened there is no need to sand down anything. Great tool.