Used for smoothing long surfaces
The HSS is ideal if you plan to reverse the plane to bevel up and use it as a scraper on difficult grain because it will hold up better under heat
This block plane has a higher blade pitch of 55 degrees - optimized for hard
since the excess should be wiped off
They are really designed to be used as insulated pliers
TM-1 Tenonmaker Folding ruler Used for smoothing long surfacesThe TM 1 Tenonmaker is a very useful tool that is precision machined from anodized aluminum. It simplifies the process of making an accurately sized tenon to fit an existing mortise. It works with any cutter that leaves a clean, repeatable kerf, such as table saws, router tables, or the Jointmaker Pro. For mortise and tenon joints, typically most woodworkers will make the mortise first, either by hand, or using a router, mortising machine etc. They