Name: Qiangsheng Luban Low Angle Block Plane with adjustable mouth • The Woodworking Club
SKU: LUBLBP01
Price: 95 EUR
Availability: InStock

Qiangsheng Luban Low Angle Block Plane with adjustable mouth

The Qiangsheng Luban Low Angle Block Plane has a low angle bed for the blade to allow clean cuts on end-grain. It also has an adjustable mouth to regulate aggressiveness in cutting depending on the job and the wood being used.

It is based on the Stanley #18 design from the late 19th century with its familiar ‘knuckle joint’ cap. The accurate grounding of sole and wings, together with the applied stress-relieving treatment, makes it extremely accurate when planning – which is what you expect in a high-quality plane.

Key features

Size: L 160 mm x W 45 mm x H 63 mm

Precision ground body with remarkably flat sole and square wings

Blade material: T10 high carbon steel hardened to RC63

Blade thickness: 3 mm

Blade bevel angle: 25 degrees

Iron bedded at 12 degrees

Cap: ‘knuckle joint’ bronze cap

Weight: 860 gr

Description

What is the standard angle block plane used for?

They can be used for planning and squaring the edges of boards, leaving a smooth surface. They can also be used to bevel board edges and doing spot work.

With the help of a small shooting board, it can be a very handy tool for finishing end-grain on smaller pieces.

You can find a quick primer into block planes here.

The Luban brand is manufactured by the Qiangsheng Tool Company, also known as Quangsheng, who are well known for producing very high-quality tools (including the well-regarded Wood River).

Since its market debut, the Luban brand has created a stir with its wonderful combination of high-quality products (at par with established premium brands) and affordable prices.

Additional information

Brand	Qiangsheng Luban
Type	Low Angle Block Plane with adjustable mouth