Cut Smarter with Carbide
Traditional Block Planes utilize steel blades to shape the wood. Hard materials like ebony, GaiaTone, Sonowood and other ebony alternatives can dull blades fast. With our Carbide blades, block planes can last months carving even the hardest materials without any sharpening. Each blade is double-sided for double life and with proper equipment they can even be sharpened. They can also be simply replaced. Carbide is exceptionally strong, and your block plane will be strong and sharp enough for all applications: wood and even aluminum!.
For generations, the art of violin making has relied on skilled hands and keen eyes. We understand the deep respect you have for tradition and the methods passed down through time. Our aim isn't to reinvent your craft, but to offer a subtle enhancement that can make your work just a bit smoother, and your tools even more enduring.
Introducing Our Steel Plane Blade Holders and Carbide Inserts
Imagine less time spent at sharpening and more time creating. Our Steel Plane Blade Holders and Carbide Inserts are designed to bring a new level of durability and efficiency to your workshop.
What They Are
These aren't new planes, but a clever upgrade for the ones you already cherish. We've crafted stainless steel holders and specialized carbide inserts that fit into your existing Lie-Nielsen and Veritas planes (with more models on the way!). Think of them as giving your trusted plane an incredibly tough, long-lasting edge.
How They Help Your Work
Remarkably Durable: Our carbide inserts are exceptionally hard. This means they'll stay sharp for much, much longer than traditional steel blades. You'll find yourself resharpening far less often, saving you valuable time and effort.
Effortless Planning: Whether you're working with traditional ebony or newer, harder materials like Sonowood and GaiaTone, these inserts make planing feel remarkably smooth. They glide through even the toughest woods, reducing the strain on your hands and tools.
Smart Design: Each insert comes in two parts: an adapter that fits your plane, and a small, replaceable blade. When an edge eventually dulls, you simply flip the blade for a fresh cutting edge, or replace just the small blade, rather than the entire unit. It’s a small change that offers big savings over time.
Beyond New Materials: While these inserts excel with harder, alternative materials, they're equally beneficial for all your planing needs. They'll extend the life of your blades and make working with all types of wood a more consistent experience.
