Re: [RCSE] Great razor plane substitute found!

[James Porter Jr]

Harley Michaelis wrote: Guys. . .I feared I would have to quit modeling if my Little Giant Razor Plane died. Not a problem! Stanley makes a tiny plane, measuring about 3-1/2" x 1-1/8" called a "Trimming Plane" that has a sturdy, adjustable blade that can be resharpened. I'm carving a plug out of basswood, but my Little Giant can't cut it (no pun intended). This new little plane will, and works well on balsa, too. Under $8.   Another great wood working plane, the David Combi, is sold by SIG Mfg.  It does cost a bit more than the Stanley plane ($13.95) but the blades it uses are superb, lasting MUCH longer than expected.  It works very well with balsa, yet can handle hard woods if the depth is set appropriately.  Ten replacement blades are $3.95 and for many will be a lifetime supply.  The first time I saw this plane demonstrated the seller was alternately planing an aluminum extrusion and end-grain balsa!   Jim Porter Neckargemund-Dilsberg Germany   "The airplane stays up because it doesn't have the time to fall."      Orville Wright