Dovetailed Infill Plane

That is a supper nice looking plane.

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Absolutely gorgeous tool you have created there but for a relative amateur like myself can you please explain what exactly is an infill plane and why are they so amazing?
Because I want one now lol

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Dave, An infill plane is a metal bodied plane with a wooden interior or infill. Search for Spiers or Norris infill planes on google.

First of all they weigh a lot more than a stanley style smoother. They usually have a higher bed angle which is better for tough grain. And usually have a tight mouth. Thats what I know from my experience. They are definitely a joy to use when tuned up properly. Oh yeah, and the blade is 3/16 ” thick.

beautiful plane… well done

-- I am not so rich to buy cheap tools.

Beautiful plane! Seen such a gorgeous work makes me really jealous as I’m sure I’ll not be able to build such one at least in the near future.

Thanks for sharing.

Wuuuu, that is one beautiful plane. It makes LN look like toys…
I think you have made a amazing job, it’s beautiful in every detail.
Never tryed to use one of these, but can imagine the waight makes them wonderful for tasks in hardwood, and where you don’t have to lift it all the time.
What angel did you make it?
Hat’s of, wish I at some point get the currage to go that road.
Best thoughts,
Mads

-- Mad F, the fanatical rhykenologist and vintage architect. Democraticwoodworking.

great looken plane very nicely done, where did you get the plane kit or did you go with raw materials?
how did you get the blade made also?

-- Ike, Big Daddies Woodshop, http://www.icombadaniels@yahoo.com

Extremely impressive, well done

-- Vince

You, my friend, are an animal. I have a bad infill fetish & insufficient funds to nourish it. A source for the metal stock would be really appreciated.

-- My dad and I built a 65 chev pick up.I killed trannys in that thing for some reason-Hog

Fantastic work! I’ve always wanted to make one since, like you, I’m not paying $5,000 for a hand plane, no matter how good. I admire your craftsmanship.

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Even $500 for a vintage English infill is pretty steep for a user. $5000 planes are just for looking at, I suppose.

-- My dad and I built a 65 chev pick up.I killed trannys in that thing for some reason-Hog

That is a beautiful plane!

Thanks for the explanation Chaders, I love using hand planes so one of these is definitely now on my wish list.

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I remember two contributing editors at FWW mag. bought infill plane kits froim two different suppliers to compare the quality of the kits and to relate their experience with the work. They had to do all the finish filing for the dovetails and shaping/fitting of the infill. their results were not half as good as your beautiful workmanship.

-- Mike, American in Norway

Thats damm good work !

Its really nice work. Thats a plane i gotta try to make for sure !

Well done mr :)

-- Boatbuilder&blacksmith