The Block Plane - Tune Up and Use - Most Useful Hand Plane In the Shop

[@katzmosestools]

*Lots Of Links today so make sure to click “Read More”* *Scary Sharp Instructional Video-* kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6DQYaSrar6Cb5Y *$62 Mid Range Block Plane With Cool Lever Cap-* lddy.no/goz2 (the Shop Fox I talked about in the video is no longer available BUT this one from TayTools is made in the same factory AND has the same style lever cap as the Wood River) *$129 Wood River Block Plane-* amzn.to/2S3yfsj *$175 Lei Nielsen Rabbeting Block Plane-* bit.ly/2S8gDeC *Sharpening Supplies I used (make sure to get the PSA paper)* Main Page of Scary Sharp Supplies - lddy.no/ecii *Individual Products I used (make sure to get the PSA paper)* $12 Honing Jig - lddy.no/ecik $25 Starter Set with half sheets - lddy.no/ecic $43 3 Pieces of Float Glass with Lapping Film Starter Set - lddy.no/ecif $25 3M Micro Lapping Film Set of 6 Full Sheets - lddy.no/ecid

[@JesseCase]

Hi, this Is kind of a random question, but I was wondering where you got your shop apron? I really like it and would like to get myself one if possible.

[@natepeterson7145]

@katzmosestools I used your link and bought like 7 tools, don't want a thank you just want to let you know so you can make sure Amazon gives you credit. Assuming it's ALL for the affiliate link you provided. I needed a planer and your video pointed me to a quality one with good reviews. Was getting frustrated trying to find a good one by searching myself. Thanks for the videos. I'm going to try out this woodworking thing now that I think I have enough to get started. Sure I'll get more once I find out what else I forgot. Have a happy 4th brother!

[@chriswitek9455]

3 year later that lie nielsen is up 30 bucks. nearly a 20% increase sheesh

[@xxepiphoneyxx]

I watched this yesterday and almost scoffed at your comment of placing planes sideways. I came back to comment because I just tested this with my Japanese block plane and holy cow the iron moved side to side! SO. I am now a firm believer of placing my planes down and not sideways! Thank you! I might suggest the in between would be to place the planes down across a tool tray(like Rob Cosman) or opening so then you are doubly careful! Thanks again!

[@bdoons597]

Thanks for this video. I've had my basic cheap old block plane sitting on a drawer for years. I watched this video and set up the plane and I can't help thinking what a dope I've been... This is going to save me thousands in sandpaper.. thanks much!

[@pedalman4595]

Thank You for straightening everyone out on how to set a plane down. Keep it up!!!!!!!!! You literately are very few out here that is THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The precision in which you work is amazing. I call you the the Toolmaker of Wood Working!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@walterrider9600]

thank you Katz . funny story if you like . i noticed your shop apron . it reminded me of one of mine sort of . i was a motor machinist in south texas it was a friday mid summer so hot anyway i was knocking off some metal with a disk grinder well . being friday apron was dirty and oily as it gets . i noticed it was just really hot on my chest for some reason. yup it caught fire and it was a smoldering from all the sparks coming off the disk grinder. yup i was smoking hot lol . oh i am old broken down geezer who started wood working i got my no. 62 and block plane took em apart like all us do with a new toy lol . took me several minutes to figure out how to put em back together . it works so its okay lol . thank you for all your info . heads up dont let other ppl get under your skin . they are for the most part unimportant to you in the first place . rule of my thumb only ( if you are not feeding , putting a roof over my head or having sex with me you are not that important to me . be the best Katz you can be . bless you and good luck

[@SailorRalph]

Moving into my first house on a few weeks. Your videos, and some other guys too, are going to get me up and running on my first projects. I can't say how appreciative I am that y'all are putting out such great and informative content. Thank you! Stay safe my friend.

[@DD-lc9jv]

Who would have thought that a 3yr old video on block planes would have earned you a new subscriber? But it did!

[@gabe3eb]

@12:08 "You can cut that out." Lol, cracks me up JKM. You the man.

[@theatticwoodworker4594]

simply the best block plane instructional video everrrrrrrrrr! :)

[@Robyrob7771]

I buy all my planes at yard sales and buy sell shops. They all needed work but worked well in the end. Thanks for the info.

[@christopherreddinger1803]

Great video Jonathan. I use my Stanley 60 1/2 nearly every time in the shop. Thanks for the comments on LN rabbit block plane. Guess I’ll need to make room in my tool chest for another tool. On the topic of “sole to the bench’’ or “side to the bench”, I was agnostic. Then I got some remediation from the Woodwright himself, Roy Underhill. Roy is usually a very easy going guy but don’t put a plane on his bench with the sole down. His shop gets heavy use, including saw sharpening classes. His concern is not for the plane or the iron. The concern is for the stock that is being worked. Even a small steel filing picked up on the sole of #4 can leave a significant gouge on that expensive hardwood stock you have so carefully planed to a fine finish. I am no expert and certainly not hating on anyone. Just offering food for thought.

[@darren4392]

All these years I've been taking the blade out to flatten the soul, but as soon as you mentioned the flex, the penny dropped. That makes sense. Thank you.

[@jackleg693]

I bought my first ever plane last week. It is a block plane with an adjustable mouth. I needed this video so much! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and helping me get the most enjoyment from my new hobby.

[@jameslemasters9792]

Jonathan loved the video on block planes. I was waiting on you to mention that when you skew your plane you also reduce the cutting angle of the blade. Thanks for all of your effort in helping people.

[@terrmaso]

Thanks as always. Love how you keep it simple for the slow folks, especially me. Just picked up my first plane about a month ago. Figured $10 for a Stanley handyman wasn't bad for my first endeavor into hand planes. I know it's not the most popular, but we all start somewhere. Actually just picked up two older Stanley 220 block planes today on FB market for a steal. Thanks for the great info on use and tuning. Eager to see how they perform.

[@chm1701]

I was very fortunate to get a Lie-Nielsen low angle jack plane for my 40th this month, but I’ve been struggling with it. The beauty of this set up video means that I should be able to use this info to set that up too. Brilliant! Thanks so much! 👍

[@kenmaira]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I was trying to flatten a #7 I didn't know what I was doing wrong, keeping the blade in there made all the difference

[@katzmosestools]

Yeah that was an eye opener for me many moons ago. Definitely had my work cut out for me fixing the ones I had flattened wrong.

[@kenmaira]

@@katzmosestools is it because it's tensioning the cast iron, and putting stress on the inside?

[@bloodgain]

Full disclosure that I'm no expert in hand tools, but I was really impressed with how nice the Bench Dog planes from Rockler are. Not too expensive, but nice for the price, and frequently go on sale. The soles are lapped at the factory and come tested and certified flat. I didn't test them, but they certainly feel flat in use. The blade took a few minutes of work to get flat on the back, but nothing too bad. They come with "socks" to protect them (throw a dessicant pack in there to prevent rust) and nice, sturdy boxes.

[@Dubya1886]

You earned a subscriber on this one! I watched 3 other plane videos before this one and yours was the one that got me what I needed! I used your method to adjust my plane and I finally got some super thin curls pulled off of my poplar project. Thank you for a great and incredibly informative video.

[@Rage-of-War]

The more of your videos I watch the more I really love your teaching style!!! Kudos!!!

[@cvcolomb]

I've been a woodworker since I could walk, used to have my own furniture shop; I know all this shit. However, JKM does such a good presentation and has such a great sense of humor that I always enjoy the channel and never miss a post ;-] PS looking forward to seeing the apron show up in the shop

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks my brother!

[@dariushmilani6760]

Great video. The name of the person inventing the steel ruler method is David Charlesworth famous English furniture maker.👍

[@russellnentwich8745]

This was an excellent video Katz. Using the white background gave the ability to clearly see what you were describing. Great info👍🏻

[@katzmosestools]

🤯🤯🤯

[@jodyfrasnelli8928]

I have a kobalt plane and a kobalt jack plane I was always taught that a block plane was only for end grain but watching your video and several others I tried the long grain with a block plane and it worked great keep up the good videos

[@kingdarkem]

Huh needed this....just got a block plane today that needs some love

[@sweatyworf5267]

Love the videos man. Ordered your 8:1 dovetail jig and a few saws last month, thank you for the incredibly fast service!

[@katzmosestools]

My guy!

[@Bwarned89]

Excellent video! I've been using them for years, but have recently decided to do more projects by hand and have found so many new uses!

[@fedotyk]

I simply love the way you explain things sir

[@katzmosestools]

Thank you my friend!

[@skater4god1]

I love the W.M. Walker comment 😂. I was watching his video the other day after he posted it and made that jab at you.

[@מעייןהמלבלבתחייםםםם]

Great video! I'm using my block plane a lot and when I'm working it's always within reach for all the reasons that you mentioned - it's a very versatile tool, I'm abusing it a lot and scary sharpening it as much !!! It not an expensive one but once you flatten the sole and sharp the blade you have got a great tool in your arsenal!!

[@josephjetton273]

Great video. I have 2 block planes that I use a lot.I have a Wood River low angle and cheap (India made I think). I have tuned up both and they work great. I did not flatten by bottoms with the blade in place. I will do that before the next use. Keep up the the great videos.

[@whomadethatsaltysoup]

Thanks for sharing! I'm glad to see that you are also not a big fan of the Veritas honing guide. Alas, I've owned one for a number of years, and never really got on well with it. The thing cost an absolute fortune, too, as I'm over in Scotland. I just found it, as you said, a real fidget to set up, and then found that I'd get uneven results as the chisel or block plane iron tended to slosh about in the clamp. In the end, I just went back to using my 30-year-old Eclipse.

[@murphymmc]

Great tip on the mouth adjustment feature. For whatever reason, I've never heard that explained or taught.

[@gedog77]

I got the LN Rabbeting Block. It’s fantastic even for a novice.

[@forehead949]

You are the man Jon. My first dovetail box turned out beautifully thanks to your dovetail guide.

[@katzmosestools]

Thats awesome! Tag me on Instagram

[@theenderface7379]

I know a lot of people that love block planes and I have a couple but literally never use them. I always end up grabbing my 4 1\2 smoother and it just works. My four year old little woodworker in training is the only one that uses them and honestly, it's only because I haven't been able to find a #2 or #3 yet. Not knocking anyone that loves them, just not my cup of tea because I was taught differently.

[@Rogerph18346]

Jonathan the ruler trick is credited to David Charlsworth who lives and teaches in Devon, England.

[@JkCanvas]

Great video and learned I have been using my block plane all wrong. thank you for educating me.

[@kieranfoster902]

I don't know who William Walker is, or what the fude is, but I loved the demonstration of how thin the shavings are. 😂

[@danielbuckner2167]

He was an American Expansionist. He was a doctor and attorney and founded a ruled a country as a province of the US all before he was killed at 33.

[@dimitardimitrov9781]

One of the best footages on the subject! Thanks!

[@isaacpoteet248]

The feud has got me interested. I want to hear more lol. On a serious note thanks for the content. I new to the block plane and these videos help. I absolutely get using machinery now especially at my young age is common. However, there's something about actually learning the art

[@flix4u]

Thanks - gonna see if you have any plane refurbishing videos as I just picked up a few that were neglected and need to be refinished for use.

[@Richard-dh8ny]

Thanks for providing such great content. I recently purchased a block plane very similar to yours. It's nice a sharp, however I'm struggling to figure out how to plane an edge as you demonstrated while also keeping a nice square cut. I'm hoping you can direct me to one of your other videos that shows how to get/keep square edges using a block plane. :)

[@sageman5525]

Thank you sir! Just getting into the woodworking game and you have been so helpful. This video is a perfect guide to setting my planes up? Is this the same general setup for most other planes?

[@richardgoebel226]

This is the best block plane video yet. But I have a hard time setting the blade by looking down the sole as you demonstrate. I use a thin 1/8" thick piece of pine for test shavings on one side then the other side of the plane. When they are the same then the blade cuts evenly across.

[@TheTranq]

Just got my Lie Nielson low angle adjustable mouth in the mail today 💯

[@f.demascio1857]

Wow. I never knew that I know so little about my plane. Going shopping for a low angle.

[@MartyOfAllTrades]

Awesome video Jonathan, I always enjoy watching another setup technique.

[@jessicahailey4763]

the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. kzbin.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.

[@AntonRiddell1810]

I’ve never heard of William Walker so decided to check his channel 😴😴😴 I think my wife woke me up 😂 JK you’re a legend. Bought your dovetail jigs and absolutely love using them. Just got my first block plane. This the best video I could find out there for setting one up. Keep up the good work!

[@soberlivingwithbrianfrankl8254]

Love the Palomino blackwing pencil

[@craigchingren-hamann9700]

Hey thanks for the angry rant... I never had thought about the adjustment question. I'll never complain again!

[@Decimal91]

I actually got to make a block plane in a woodworking class in high school and yes we did do the blades (the block planes were made out of wood the blades weren't)

[@Emptei]

Thank you for this video, I was literally tuning my block plane a moment ago!

[@larrywiltse6268]

Great video. I use a digital depth gage to determine the depth of the blade cut and have it "equal" on both sides of the plane.

[@katzmosestools]

That sounds labor intensive but like something I'd do. The line of site trick is very fast

[@MD-en3zm]

That’s interesting - can you elaborate on how you do that? It wouldn’t always be important, but could be very useful when trying to plane an edge to 90 versus the face, etc.

[@christianbookter1016]

Yoi answered all my questions in this video.

[@yvesmertz8209]

Many thanks, from France :-)

[@yiwutcmmedicalenlightenmen922]

thanks jonathan - very informative - btw: david charlesworth is the ruler trick person

[@norlandcustomwoodworking]

I don’t comment much but thank you so much this was a very helpful video.

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks Steven! Truly appreciated

[@evascroll]

Nice vid!! Im kind of new on wood working(4 year) and i use my block plane exactly on does task!but not so long ago a got the lie-nielsenChisel plane and im been using it more than my block! Especially for removing glue,trimming,cleaning shoulder,ect!!! Have you used it? I dont see many video on KZbin about it! Keep does videos coming!!

[@JS-ct5jn]

This was just the plane instructional my brain needed. Thanks man!

[@jimbo2629]

When flattening the sole make sure your surface is at least as flat as the one the manufacturer uses! Castings do distort however. I leave a few shavings on the bench to put the plane on. If you are sharpening to 6000 it is worth it.

[@kylejones2525]

The innuendo cracks me up every time

[@MrRon2k]

Great Sunday video. I was just wondering the other day if I would tear the scary sharp sheets by flattening blades/chisels on them. I think you were going against the grain on some of your cuts; mein I need to stop worrying about these things in my shop. Excellent video! Who's M. Walker?

[@katzmosestools]

Try not to go against the grain. That was a mistake on my part from years of muscle memory on stones.

[@markbryan9989]

Setting up my planes has always been a bit of a challenge for me. I think this will help. Thanks Jonathan! PS. When can we expect to see "No Zero Day" shirts/mugs in your store?

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks bud and soon

[@saxyrep1]

That video is a gold mine of great informations about setting up block planes. I love it. Thanks ! Also, has anyone ever told you your voice sounds just like Jimmy Kimmel's ?

[@angelicacastillo5464]

As you suggested, I watched the wm walker video and I can tell you, I like the way you do things, you show more technique, have better lightning AND...so far, I have never seen a video of yours where you talk BS about anyone else. This is supposed to be about woodworking, not about being a dick and saying: "Hey, I am better than you". There will always be jealous people and than can only mean you are doing things good, so good that someone else felt threatened and thought this would make them feel better. Good for you man, you really inspire me and you are one of the persons that have made me want to start a career in woodworking. ; )

[@ShaunGuthrie-CaskWoodworking]

Such a great video! Will have to go through my block plane and refresh myself

[@woodfather]

Great video cheers! Just also wanted to call out that your lddy links don't seem to be working

[@mmcl1312]

Great video! I'd love to see more content on how to use planes.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic, dude! Thanks for all the tips!!! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@drawlele]

So way off topic, but, I turned some shot glasses over the last few days and I wanted to use some of the "Katz-Moses Goo" only I did not need a bunch and I didn't want to use the stove or my kitchen pot and pans and decided to use one of my wife's wax burners worked out great. So yeah pro tip if you know someone who only wants to make a takeout condiment cup worth at a time or cant get catering stuff dur to stay at home orders. Great video and yeah that levering cap is awesome going to have to invest in a block plane sooner or later so think I'm getting a copy of that

[@robertbamford8266]

Great info on setting mouth! Thanks.

[@katzmosestools]

Keep your mouth shut 😂

[@haloskycrash]

Tip: Draw a grid with a sharpie when you are flattening the plane base.

[@dimitardimitrov9781]

Thanks Jo! You made my day mate!

[@crownmoldingbyspectaculart941]

Great video

[@SmallWorkshopGuy]

Very good, Jonathan. Thanks - helpful - definitely learned a few new things.

[@ericzander1254]

Love the videos, and the tip about keeping the blade in while lapping....mind blown. Was using "block plain" in the title a typo or did something go over my head? Nothing plain about my planes, haha.

[@kes-UK]

I may be wrong but I believe Paul Sellers came up with the steel rule trick.

[@commenter4799]

The difference a little wax made on my cross cut sled was remarkable.

[@ARobichaud]

Ruler Trick - David Charlesworth

[@Kurt9099]

Did anyone ever tell you, you sound like Jimmy Kimmel? Great channel BTW, just found it and I am an instant fan.

[@SteveC38]

Very Nice Jonathan!

[@jedman322]

Very interesting video , my only difference with you would be that I use Camellia oil instead of 3 in one , Camellia is chemical free , a rust inhibitor and a lubricant for sharpening , its cheap and fairly easy to find , it's the only oil I use on my Japanese carbon knives as it's non toxic to humans.👍

[@MD-en3zm]

I’ve found that sometimes camellia gets sticky - have you had this issue? I’ve been switching to mineral oil.

[@Jawsjawsjawsrg]

You could buy one of those for like $100-$400 or you could buy a Stanly for $20-$25. Has all the same stuff on it, and just need some tuning.

[@adrianedhouse5175]

I think Veritas actually make an options Camber roller which assists putting pressure on each side.

[@jele607]

I’m not a real carpenter, just tuned in for advice on setting up the first block plane I have ever owned. I had to closely re-examine the title and description to make sure that I wasn’t inadvertently watching a Jimmy Kimmel skit !

[@Steve-dr7rr]

Hi again mr Moses on the Stanley 60 1/2” block plane it says it’s a low angle at 13.5 degrees here in U.K. hopefully that’s ok. But my question is after you remove the blade the adjustable bit to move blade in and out does that go under or on top or flush with the left and right adjustment. Hopefully you can understand what I mean. I took it apart to wipe it down and one of the bits I’m on about is a bit springy and I have memory loss so couldn’t remember and instructions are not good. I’m going to wat😢some other videos to see if they show it but I thought I would ask yourself as all your videos I have watched are very interesting sometimes a little fast but that what rewind was made for ha ha Many thanks steve 👨🏼‍🦽

[@vincentdeknock4186]

Can you give a bit of extra advice on how tight to make the catch that holds the blade in place as it can be adjusted. Trying to find a sweet spot where you can still adjust the blade easy?

[@tekviper9]

This was a great video ! Thank you Jon!

[@katzmosestools]

You should look up a guy named Kieth Decent. You guys might be related

[@tekviper9]

@@katzmosestools , You know what's funny Jon ? Your not the only Maker who has told me that very same thing ! Wood Work Life said this too. LOL . All the best Jon !

[@richardwatkins773]

The late great David Charlesworth created the ruler trick.

[@chantou1721]

good job again learn a lot

[@okmjinjin]

OMG Katz..."Trash Garbage" might have to be my new fav saying. Thanks for that brother! lol Keep the vids coming!!

[@volcanicsour]

Insightful

[@timconnell4570]

Thankyou heapsssss

[@anton2956]

i love the moment at 12:12 we can cut that out. demonstrative of what the ideal level of shave is haha

[@snh_lname]

Hi JK-M, What is the marking knife you are using in the video. I am looking for a handle which will take the Swan or Stanley blades. I have about 100 of the blades but only the Stanley and Swan handles. I want something with more bling. My l-n block planes were my first quality planes. The ln 62 is my most used. Great instruction as always on the prep of a block plane. Wasn’t the ruler trick publicized by David Charlesworth? Forget it. Answered my own question. Matt’s knives are all out of stack. I’ll have to make own myself.

[@HiramWoodworking]

Take that William Walker!!!

[@joshdemarco9270]

If I could only afford one nice block plane, would you recommend that rabbet plane, or should I stick with the regular Lie Nielsen block plane? People seem to really like the rabbet plane, but I wasnt sure if it was more of a specialty plane and not ideal for general purpose, or if it works just as well for normal stuff, and has the benefit of getting into tight spots.

[@JustTony72]

The Charlesworth ruler trick.