> Hi Hank;

> I'm new to the low angle block planes also, but would think that 3 degrees
> isn't going to be dramatically different. The fine cuts these planes are
> capable of should be further enhanced at 9-1/2 degrees. If anything,
> perhaps it limits the maximum bite you can take - - Which doesn't seem to
> be a problem with our intended use. I just HAD to take it to my hull, and
> set it for a very fine cut. It rounded up those beveled strips in very
> short order! I bet your plane turns out to be excellent. BTW, I had never
> seen that plane advertised anywhere. Where did you find it? Harbor Freight
> has the 60-1/2 (mine) for 39.95.

> Best Regards, Spidey

Hi Ken,

I got the 9 1/2 degree plane at the local Lee Valley store. I have the blade "scary sharp" now and it cuts a nice fine curl. Used some of that 5 micron sandpaper from Lee - does a hell of a job polishing an edge.

Hank