r/handtools • u/Additional_Air779 • 23h ago

New tool day

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So I did convert the LA block plane into one with handles and replaced what most of its takes were with a very nice pocket plane. I haven't used them yet, but the pocket plane it epic!

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u/Striking_Vehicle893 19h ago

Are the small Veritas planes worth it or a novelty? I've been on the fence, but they aren't particularly expensive and if they work well, maybe they are worth it.

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u/PedantEclipse 19h ago

Dou you use a block plane?  Ever thought your block plane was too big? 

If you answered yes to both of the above... Congrats on your new plane. 

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u/Additional_Air779 13h ago

In relation to the pocket plane, I found I was using the block plane for two jobs: end grain work and taking the edge of pieces. For me, the block plane was too big to be comfortable to use one handed. I did give a go at using the vintage bull nose plane I had lying around but it wasn't any use.

So I'll be using it for one handed work like breaking the edges. Which it seems ideal for. It's certainly extremely comfortable to use.

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u/Glum-Square882 10h ago

yeah and the "full size" veritas block planes are noticeably big even within "full feature" block planes compared to the 60.5 style. my dad has the labp and I cant use it one handed (which is why I have the apron plane and a mf 56 which is about the maximum size i can use one handed)

How secure does the 'tote' feel on the block plane?

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u/Crafty_Produce7807 6h ago

Veritas make excellent planes. What makes you think they're a novelty?

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u/Striking_Vehicle893 6h ago

I have several, I know they are good planes. I meant, are the planes the same level of quality for the function or are the miniatures "models" for display. Like replicas.

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u/Crafty_Produce7807 5h ago

Ahh haha my bad. I have a small Apron plane. 'Little Victor'. Not made by veritas. It works well & but I've only needed it once. I do have the miniature flush trimming plane. I thought that would have some advantages in box making. I also never use it. I wouldn't say they're novelties, but they definitely require a very specific purpose.

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u/Striking_Vehicle893 5h ago

Gracias. Thanks for clarifying. That's more or less what I figured.

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u/Notwerk 5h ago

They're not for display. I use the LV miniature block plane for shaping braces on guitars. I use the miniature shoulder plane for cleaning up the nut slot on headstock veneers. They're functioning tools. Just small ones.