Ironbark Tools Block Plane 30mm Stainless Steel

Historic Charm Meets Modern Precision

Do you ever find yourself struggling to get the perfect finish on tough Australian timber or stubborn end grain? The Low Angle Stainless Steel Infill Block Plane is here to change the way you work. Blending the timeless beauty of historic infill planes with state-of-the-art modern engineering, this tool offers an unrivalled woodworking experience. Crafted from a single, robust piece of stainless steel and filled with dense, premium woods like Gidgee, Ebony, or Yarran, it delivers the perfect weight. This carefully balanced heft allows the plane to glide through imperfections effortlessly, giving you exceptional control and tactile feedback that lighter planes simply cannot match.

What truly sets this block plane apart is its versatility and cutting power. The blade is bedded at a low 12 degrees, making it an absolute dream for cleanly slicing through end grain. Because it is a bevel-up design, you can easily alter your cutting angle just by sharpening the blade differently, allowing you to tackle highly figured timber with zero tear-out. The incredibly resilient 18% Tungsten HSS (M2) blade is purpose-built to stay sharp longer, even when working with the most abrasive woods. It is a true masterpiece of Australian craftsmanship, designed to give you flawless results and absolute confidence in every stroke.

Key Features

• Solid Stainless Steel Body: The sole and sides are machined from a single piece of stainless steel, ensuring a highly stable tool with a sole flatness better than 50 microns.
• Premium HSS Blade: Features a tough 3mm thick, 18% Tungsten High-Speed Steel blade that holds a razor-sharp edge longer, even on harsh Australian timber.
• Low Angle Versatility: The 12-degree bed angle excels at end grain work, while the bevel-up design allows you to customise the cutting angle for figured woods.
• Customisable Mouth Control: Includes a removable brass mouth insert set to a tight 0.4mm, which can be easily modified or replaced to suit your exact cutting needs.
• Precision Adjustments: Effortlessly dial in your perfect cut with built-in depth and lateral blade adjusters.
• Ergonomic Infill Design: Dense timber infills add the perfect amount of weight to prevent chatter, while the low-profile wedge system makes it incredibly comfortable to hold.
• Proudly Made in Australia: Handcrafted and rigorously tested to ensure it produces shavings thinner than 0.001 inches right out of the box.

Main Applications

• Trimming and smoothing dense end grain with absolute precision
• Taming highly figured and interlocking timber without tear-out
• Executing fine detailing, chamfering, and paring on custom furniture
• Working tough, abrasive Australian hardwoods that quickly dull standard high-carbon blades

Experience the perfect blend of history and innovation in the palm of your hand.