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."

The No. 6 plane, sometimes referred to as a "fore" plane, shares characteristics with the Jack and Jointer planes.  For those on limited budget I recommend purchasing a No. 6 for your Jack and Jointer needs and a No. 4-1/2 for your smoother needs.  This combination will take care of 95% of your bench plane needs.

• No. 6 Plane size: 2-7/8” W x 17-3/4”L with 2-3/8”W blade

• Heavy, stress-relieved ductile iron castings.

• Fully machined adjustable frogs bedded at a 45 degree angle.

• Thick steel blade and chipbreaker dampens vibration making solid planing.

• Lightly finished Bubinga handles provide comfort and control.

• Soles and sides are machined flat and square within tightly held tolerances.

• 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:

• Chamfer / ease the edges of the plane.

• Tune the lateral adjustment lever.

• Remove all of the shipping grease.

• Flatten the back of the lever cap.

• Flatten and fit the chip-breaker to the blade.

• Apply a back bevel and sharpen the blade.

• Test the plane for proper operation and set-up.

• Apply a light coat of Camellia oil to prevent rust. 

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