Faithfull No.4 Smoothing Plane in Wooden Storage Box – Precision Machined Cast Iron Wood Planer Hand Tool for Hard & Soft Wood, Surface Finishing, Cabinet Work & General Carpentry

The Faithfull No.4 Smoothing Plane is a high-quality traditional bench plane built for precision, control and comfort in woodworking and carpentry. Designed specifically for smoothing and final finishing, this cast iron hand tool is suitable for both hard and soft woods and ideal for a wide range of finishing and fine surface preparation tasks. Built with a robust grey cast iron body, this No.4 smoothing plane offers superior stability and accuracy. Its precision-machined base and sides ensure flatness and squareness, critical for clean, even results when preparing timber surfaces. The finely tuned blade seating eliminates movement and blade judder, delivering smooth and consistent cutting performance perfect for final passes in cabinet work, general carpentry, furniture finishing and fitting workpieces. A solid brass locking screw keeps the blade assembly secure and makes removal for sharpening fast and simple. (Note: blade must be sharpened before initial use.) Blade depth is easily adjusted via a brass blade adjustment nut, allowing for precise customization depending on the material and finish required. Shaped wooden handles and guidance knobs make the tool comfortable to use, even during longer projects, offering excellent control and increased efficiency with reduced fatigue. The plane is presented in a sturdy, fine hinged wooden box that protects it from damage during transport or storage, keeping tools clean, organised and easily accessible between projects, ideal for workshop use or trades on the go. The Faithfull No.4 Smoothing Plane is an essential, reliable and long-lasting addition to any woodworker’s toolkit, perfect for surface preparation, finish work, detailed joinery and woodworking tasks where a smooth, refined finish is required. A combination of classic design and modern machining, delivering clean, consistent results every time. Cutter Width: 50mm. Overall Length: 254mm

• High-Quality Cast Iron Body – Crafted from durable grey cast iron and precision-machined to tight tolerances for strength and stability. The finely ground base and sides ensure flatness and squareness for accurate smoothing on both hard and soft woods, ideal for final finishing and surface preparation tasks.
• No Blade Movement – Machined seatings eliminate blade judder, providing a smooth and controlled planing experience. A brass locking screw secures the blade assembly and allows easy removal for sharpening. NOTE: Blade will require honing before use.
• Easy Adjustment – Equipped with a solid brass blade adjustment nut for precise control over blade depth and positioning for consistent smoothing and surface refinement in woodworking and carpentry projects.
• Comfortable Use & Safe Storage – Fitted with shaped wooden handles and guidance knobs to maximise user comfort and control during prolonged use. Ideal for cabinet making, fine woodworking and DIY finishing work. Presented in a sturdy, fine hinged wooden box that protects the plane from damage during transport or storage.
• Faithfull 5 Year Manufacturers Guarantee – Engineered for optimal performance on both hard and soft woods, the Faithfull No.4 Smoothing Plane delivers a flawless finish perfect for final surface preparation, furniture making and detailed joinery.