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Stanley Sweetheart No. 62 Low Angle Jack Plane
Stanley
Low angle bed cuts difficult gra in (end grain, reversing grain) more cleanly than standard 45-degree beds
- Low angle (12 degree bed)
- A2 steel iron
- Adjustable mouth
- One-piece cast base and frog
Pros
- Low angle bed cuts difficult gra in (end grain, reversing grain) more cleanly than standard 45-degree beds
- A2 steel iron holds an edge longer than the softer steel in budget Stanley planes
- Adjustable mouth allows closing the opening for fine shaving cuts or opening for heavy removal
- One of the most commonly recommended single planes for woodworking beginners
Cons
- High price for a first plane
- Low angle planes require a sharpened bevel angle higher than standard to compensate
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