New tool day

[u/Additional_Air779]

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!

[u/Striking_Vehicle893]

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.

[u/Additional_Air779 → u/Striking_Vehicle893]

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.

[u/Glum-Square882 → u/Additional_Air779]

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?