Clean Finishing Tool: Compact and highly effective, this plane cutter tackles reversing grain and surface tear-out with ease; our hand planers are perfect for precision finishing, panel prep, and tricky grain areas in fine woodworking Durable Hand Planes: Built with a cast iron body and ergonomic sapele handle, this bench plane offers superior balance and single- or dual-handed use for tight spaces and detailed trim work High-Angle Blade Power: The blade of our handheld wood planers minimizes tear-out in figured hardwoods, making it ideal for surface leveling and cleanup in the final steps, while offering control and refinement unmatched by larger hand tools Versatile Woodshop Essential: From cabinetry to furniture touch-ups, the handles of this handheld planer feature detailed work with precision; our wood planer tool comes with a black box for safe storage and becomes a part of any essential woodshop What’s Included: You get (1) Bench Dog No. 1 Smoothing Plane, (1) Black storage box, (1) Certificate of inspection, and (1) Owner's manual with this hand plane & accessories Rockler Carpenter Hand Tools and Equipment: The Bench Dog No. 1 Smoothing Plane is a compact, high-performance tool designed to tackle delicate woodworking tasks with unmatched precision. The cast iron body of these wood working hand tools ensures durability, while the sapele wood handle provides comfort and ergonomic control. Whether you grip it with one hand for agility or both hands for pressure and control, this plane delivers clean, polished finishes. Our woodworking plane mimics the Stanley No. 1, offering superior balance and single- or dual-handed use for tight spaces and detailed trim work. It’s perfect for cleaning up small trouble spots and fine-tuning surfaces before final finishing. Whether held in one hand for agility or two hands for stability, these block planes deliver clean, smooth results. It’s especially suited for figured woods where tear-out is a challenge. What’s Included: (1) Bench Dog No. 1 Smoothing Plane, (1) Black storage box, (1) Certificate of inspection, and (1) Owner's manual. Specifications of Bench Dog No. 1 Leveling Tool: Manufacturer Part Number: 270040 - Weight: 1.85 - Tech Spec: Brand - Bench Dog, Plane Model: No. 1 Smoothing Plane, Plane Weight: 1.25 pounds, Sole Flatness: 0.0015-0.002'' tolerance, Sole Length: 5.67'', Sole Width: 1.61'', Blade Width: 1.21'', Blade Thickness: 0.078'', Blade Bevel Angle: 25°, Blade Bevel Up/Down: Down, Blade Hardness: 55-60 HRC, Frog/Blade Seat Angle: 45°, Handle Material: Sapele, Body Material: Cast iron, Blade Material: Hardened carbon steel, Lever Cap Material: Cast iron, Brass - Unit of Measure: Each. About Us: The history of Rockler Woodworking and Hardware goes back to 1954 when Norton Rockler started the Minnesota Woodworkers Supply Company in north Minneapolis. It was a small mail-order business with a big aspiration – to become woodworkers' go-to resource for everything they need to complete their projects.