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Authorised Dealer  |  Verum  |  SKU: VRMPLS45

Verum No. 4 1/2 Smoothing Plane

Regular price £169.96
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Designed to deliver consistent, mirror-like surfaces on wide boards in fewer passes.

Engineered by master craftsman Peter Sefton and workshop-tested to perform straight out of the box.

  • Warranty: Lifetime warranty for peace of mind
  • Price Match Promise
  • Order by 2pm for Same Day Dispatch – Mon to Fri
  • UK Delivery from £4.50 | FREE over £85
  • UK Next Day Delivery Available
  • Click & Collect Available
  • 45 Day Hassle-free Returns
  • Worldwide Shipping | No Hidden Costs

Product Highlights

  • Ideal for smoothing and finishing larger timbers with stability and control
  • Oversized brass adjuster wheel for easy one-finger depth changes
  • Precision lateral adjuster with solid brass tab for stable blade control
  • Bedrock frog for full blade support and quick, damage-free mouth adjustment
  • Low-profile 3mm cap iron to dampen vibration and prevent tear-out
  • T10 carbon steel blade for long-lasting edge retention and easy sharpening

Description

The Verum No. 4-1/2 Smoothing Plane is the go-to choice for producing flawless finishes on larger stock. Slightly longer, wider, and heavier than the No. 4, the extra mass and footprint provide greater stability, creating wider shavings and requiring fewer passes. Its sure-footed feel powers through demanding hardwoods to deliver a perfect, mirror-like surface.

Designed with Peter Sefton

Each Verum plane is the result of collaboration between our manufacturer and Wood Workers Workshop’s owner, Peter Sefton — a master craftsman and long-time woodworking educator. His hands-on feedback shaped every element from blade geometry to handle ergonomics, producing a tool that’s truly made by woodworkers, for woodworkers.

Ergonomics & Comfort

Bespoke Bubinga Handle
Designed by Peter Sefton, our ergonomic rear handle transfers more power into the cut while keeping your hand relaxed and blister-free — even during extended sessions.

Low-Fatigue Weight Distribution
The wider sole and balanced centre of mass keep the plane steady and predictable across the timber.

Blade Control & Adjustment

Oversized Adjuster Wheel
Makes fine-tuning easy — tweak depth with just a finger, mid-cut, without shifting your grip.

Precision Lateral Adjuster
Tight-tolerance bearing and engineered brass tab ensure the blade stays exactly where you want it — no drift, no frustration.

Minimal Setup Required
Each plane is pre-assembled with accurately machined components so you can start work straight away without full fettling.

Build Quality & Performance

Superior Bedrock Frog Design
Offers maximum support to the blade and allows mouth adjustment without removing the iron, speeding up accurate setup. Tight tolerance machining ensures full contact between frog and body, eliminating blade chatter for a cleaner finish.

3mm Low Profile Cap Iron (Chip Breaker)
Supports the cutting edge, dampens vibration, and curls shavings away, leaving a perfect finish.

T10 Carbon Steel Blade
Holds a razor edge and sharpens easily — water-cooled and hardened to RC63 for lasting performance.

Lifetime Warranty
Every Verum plane is built to last for decades — and our lifetime warranty backs that promise.

Specification

Plane dimensions 265mm x 72mm (10-1/2" x 2-7/8")
Blade 60mm x 3mm (2-3/8" x 1/8")
Body CR40 ductile iron, stress-relieved and precision ground
Blade material T10 carbon steel, hardened to RC63
Weight 2.7kg
Standards Built to British Standards

Delivery & Returns

Same-Day Dispatch

Orders placed before 2pm (Monday–Friday) are usually dispatched the same day. All deliveries are fully trackable.

UK Mainland Delivery Options

Service Delivery Time / Notes Price
FREE UK Delivery 1–2 days — orders over £85 FREE
Economy Delivery 2–3 days £4.50
Standard Delivery 1–2 days £5.95
Express Next Day Next working day — orders placed by 2pm (Mon–Thurs) £7.99
Express Pre-Noon Next working day before noon — orders placed by 2pm (Mon–Thurs) £15.95
Saturday Delivery Saturday delivery — orders placed by 2pm Friday £25.50
Click & Collect Open for collection: 9am–4:30pm (Mon–Fri) FREE

Important information

  • Express Pre-Noon and Saturday services aren’t available to Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Islands or remote postcodes — Express Next Day takes 2 days and other services may be slower.
  • Large or heavy items may not qualify for Express Pre-Noon or Saturday delivery to your area — we’ll contact you if this applies.
  • Click & Collect – Collection available after you receive “Ready for Pickup” email — most orders before 2pm are same day.

International Delivery

We ship worldwide to over 200 countries. No hidden costs — all duties and taxes are calculated at checkout.

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Hassle-free Returns

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