thanks for all the information about block planes. I'm too tight to buy a Lie Neilson so I'll invest in a record low angle with adjustable throat. How come they are cheaper in USA than in the UK, I thought they were made here?

Patrick
Portstewart, Northern Ireland

: Hi
: Patrick: I am also about to start my winter project(building the OI) and am
: ready to purchase a block plane. I found a great review of block
: planes...check it out...let us know which one you decided upon.
: Good luck..Bob
: website: http://www.taunton.com/fw/features/tools/blockplanes/1.htm