{"title":"Router Planes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA router plane is a hand plane used for smoothing out sunken panels, and more generally for all depressions below the general surface of the pattern. It planes the bottoms of recesses to a uniform depth and can work into corners that otherwise can only be reached with a chisel. We stock the Melbourne Tool Company router planes and a range of accessories for many different applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"melbourne-tool-company-small-router-plane","title":"Melbourne Tool Company Small Router Plane","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Melbourne Tool Company Small Router Plane makes creating small inlays, rebates and trenches with perfectly flat bottoms a breeze. Created with an ergonomic form that is comfortable to use from a variety of angles. From small box hinges, intricate inlay work, or small-scale joinery, you can rely on the Melbourne Tool Company Small Router Plane to improve the accuracy of your work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn uncomplicated plane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis Small Router Plane is a versatile yet uncomplicated tool. The minimalistic design makes it easy to disassemble for sharpening and maintenance and reassemble for work. The knurled fixing knobs are very accessible with a very smooth action. The blades depth of cut is adjusted by simply loosening the fixing knobs and sliding the blade into the required position.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50-degree straight blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis router plane is different, unlike many other router planes, the blade is made from a straight square section of HSS steel set bevel-down in the plane at 50 degrees. The blade bevel is only present to relieve the cut, this provides you with a very effective angle of attack suitable for all types of trenching work, and a router plane that is extremely easy to sharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to sharpen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause the blades are made from a single piece of straight steel, the blades are very easy to sharpen. Simply remove the blade from the plane body, sharpen like you would a mortise chisel and then reset. No special jigs or equipment required!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM2 High Speed Steel blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe M2 HSS (High Speed Steel) blade has high abrasion resistance which means it will hold a sharp edge much longer than many other steels. This also means that it may take a little longer to bring up an edge, very similar to A2 steel, but holds the edge longer than O1 steel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA range of blade widths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Melbourne Tool Company Small Router Plane is supplied with a 6.35mm wide. Additional blades are available in these widths:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e5.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOwner’s manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Melbourne Tool Company Small Router Plane is delivered packaged in a foam lined cardboard box. Inside is a QR code you can scan to download your Owner’s Manual. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSole dimensions: 73 x 97mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeight: 425g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFixing Knobs: Knurled Brass\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlane Steel: M2 HSS\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlane bed angle: 50 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStandard blade cutting angle (relief only): 30 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Tool Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55734232482165,"sku":"MTC10674","price":74.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/6650\/files\/a81edd8f-5cad-4495-828a-1222f999579b.jpg?v=1774539493"},{"product_id":"melbourne-tool-company-large-router-plane","title":"Melbourne Tool Company Large Router Plane","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Melbourne Tool Company Large Router Plane is designed for woodworkers who value simplicity, comfort, and precise, predictable results. 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The tool disassembles easily for sharpening and maintenance, and reassembles in seconds — simple, robust, and built for daily workshop use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch6\u003eBlade Design \u0026amp; Sharpening\u003c\/h6\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight 50-Degree Blade Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Unlike most router planes, the MTC Large Router Plane uses a straight square-section blade set bevel-down at 50 degrees. This gives an ideal cutting angle for both with-the-grain and cross-grain work, delivering clean, flat results with no chatter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening Without Fuss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Because the M2 HSS blade is a single piece of straight steel, it sharpens as easily as a mortice chisel. Simply remove, hone, and reset — no jigs or specialist tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch6\u003eBuild Quality \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h6\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Brass, Steel \u0026amp; Maple Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Precision-milled brass fittings, a robust steel body, and hardwood maple handles combine to create a plane that feels solid, balanced, and built to last. Every component is engineered for long-term reliability and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM2 High Speed Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The M2 HSS blade offers exceptional edge retention and abrasion resistance, holding a sharp edge far longer than O1 steel. 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