The Stanley jointer plane number 8 is the longest of the standard Stanley bench planes at 23 7/8 inch (606mm) in length. It is also the widest of the bench planes at 80mm wide and unsurprisingly it has the widest plane blade of the standard bench planes, fitted with a 66mm (2 5/8 inch) wide steel cutter.

How long is a number 8 plane?

24 long The longest and heaviest of the bench planes, the No. 8 will flatten and true like no other. It is capable of precise joints and perfect flatness of large areas. 24 long.

How long is a number 7 Stanley plane?

This Stanley Bailey No 7 is a 22“ long sole plane primarily used for the truing of longboards prior to joining. This plane is also known as a jointer.

What is a No 8 plane used for?

The Quangsheng No. 8 is a specialist tool for preparing long edges and large surfaces more accurately and in fewer strokes than any of the other metal bench planes.

What is the longest wood plane?

The largest wooden airplane ever constructed, and flown only one time, the Spruce Goose represents one of humanitys greatest attempts to conquer the skies. It was born out of a need to move troops and material across the Atlantic Ocean, where in 1942, German submarines were sinking hundreds of Allied ships.

What length is a jack plane?

Description. Jack planes are typically 12–18 inches (300–460 mm) long and 21⁄2–3 inches (64–76 mm) wide, with wooden planes sometimes being slightly wider.

What Is a Number 4 plane for?

4 Bench Plane. The No. 4 smoothing plane is historically the most common size. It is an excellent balance of sole length and cutter width to be useful for typical furniture parts.

How much is a jack plane?

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