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Description
Achieve smooth, clean timber surfaces with the Soba No. 4 Bedrock Smoothing Plane. Measuring 250mm (10") long with a 50mm (2") blade, this traditional bench plane is ideal for final smoothing, removing machining marks and preparing timber for finishing.
The strong ductile iron body provides excellent stability, while the flat, accurately machined sole helps the plane travel consistently across the workpiece. An adjustable frog, blade-depth control and lateral adjustment allow the cut to be fine-tuned for anything from general stock preparation to fine finishing shavings.
Solid brass fittings and shaped Indian hardwood handles complete this dependable plane, making it a practical choice for beginner woodworkers, furniture makers, cabinetmakers and experienced hand-tool users.
Features
- No. 4 smoothing plane for finishing and general bench work
- Bedrock-style design with an adjustable frog
- Strong, impact-resistant ductile iron body
- Flat, accurately machined sole
- 50mm (2") wide plane iron
- Adjustable blade depth for fine or heavier cuts
- Lateral blade adjustment for an even cutting edge
- Solid brass cap iron and adjustment fittings
- Shaped Indian hardwood rear handle and front knob
- Suitable for hardwood, softwood and furniture-making timbers
- Ideal for removing fine machining marks and preparing timber for finishing
Common Applications
The Soba 210055 is suitable for:
- Final smoothing of timber surfaces
- Furniture and cabinetmaking
- Levelling minor high spots
- Removing planer and thicknesser marks
- Cleaning up joined boards
- Trimming and fitting timber components
- Preparing timber before applying oil, wax, lacquer or other finishes
- General-purpose hand planing in the workshop
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Soba |
| Model | No. 4 Bedrock Smoothing Plane |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 210055 |
| SKU | 8002100 |
| Plane Type | Bench Plane / Smoothing Plane |
| Overall Length | 250mm (10") |
| Blade Width | 50mm (2") |
| Body Material | Ductile Iron |
| Fittings | Solid Brass |
| Handles | Indian Hardwood |
| Adjustments | Frog, Blade Depth and Lateral Blade Control |
| Net Weight | Approximately 2.35kg |
| Country of Manufacture | India |
Why Choose a No. 4 Smoothing Plane?
A No. 4 is one of the most versatile hand-plane sizes for a woodworking workshop. Its compact body is easy to control, while its useful weight helps maintain momentum through the cut. It is particularly suited to taking thin finishing shavings and producing a smooth surface with less reliance on sanding.
The correct genuine Soba replacement blade is:
Soba 50mm (2") High-Carbon Steel Plane Blade – Part No. 250054
It suits both:
- Soba No. 4 Bedrock Plane 210055
- Soba No. 5 Bedrock Plane 210065
The blade is 50mm wide, 3mm thick and hardened to 60–62 HRC
What’s Included
- 1 × Soba No. 4 Bedrock Smoothing Plane 250mm (10") – 210055
Please note: As with most new hand planes, initial blade honing and minor setup may be required to achieve the finest possible results.
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