--- product_id: 414960416 title: "469614 Smoothing Bench Hand Plane #4, 9-3/4 Inch Sole, Ductile Cast Body, Lapped Sides and Bottom, Blade RHC 55-60, Sapele Handle and Tote" brand: "taytools" price: "VT104166" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/414960416-469614-smoothing-bench-hand-plane-4-9-3-4-inch store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Hand-rubbed Sapele wood handle for premium grip Sole precision ground to Β±0.003” for flawless flatness Ductile cast iron body for unmatched durability 469614 Smoothing Bench Hand Plane #4, 9-3/4 Inch Sole, Ductile Cast Body, Lapped Sides and Bottom, Blade RHC 55-60, Sapele Handle and Tote **Brand:** taytools **Price:** VT104166 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸͺš Elevate your craft with precision and style β€” don’t let your workshop miss out! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 469614 Smoothing Bench Hand Plane #4, 9-3/4 Inch Sole, Ductile Cast Body, Lapped Sides and Bottom, Blade RHC 55-60, Sapele Handle and Tote by taytools - **How much does it cost?** VT104166 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/414960416-469614-smoothing-bench-hand-plane-4-9-3-4-inch) ## Best For - taytools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted taytools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** Nearly indestructible ductile cast iron body and frog provide rock-solid stability and longevity. - β€’ **Premium Comfort Grip:** Hand-rubbed, oiled Sapele wood tote and knob deliver ergonomic control and timeless style. - β€’ **Balanced Weight & Size:** At 4.11 lbs and 9-3/4 inches long, this plane offers the perfect heft for effortless smoothing. - β€’ **Engineered for Precision:** Sole and sides machined to British Standard tolerances ensuring ultra-flat, smooth finishes every time. - β€’ **Hardened Tool Steel Blade:** 55-60 Rockwell C hardened and tempered iron blade slices through wood with razor-sharp accuracy. ## Overview The Taytools 469614 #4 smoothing bench hand plane combines a nearly indestructible ductile cast iron body with a precision-ground sole to within 0.003 inches, delivering flawless flatness for professional woodworking. Featuring a hardened 55-60 Rockwell C tool steel blade and premium hand-rubbed Sapele wood handles, this 9-3/4 inch, 4.11-pound plane offers exceptional durability, ergonomic comfort, and superior performance for cabinet makers and discerning woodworkers alike. ## Description This #4 smoothing plane is the perfect tool to smooth surfaces and will achieve a flat and smooth finish. This smoother is ideal for the cabinet maker and discerning woodworker. The body and frog are made from tough ductile cast iron. The sole and sides are precision machined to within 0.003” over the entire length of the sole. The knob and tote are carefully shaped, sanded, oiled and hand-rubbed Sapele. The 0.125 inch thick and 2 inch wide tool steel iron is hardened and tempered to 55-60 Rockwell C. This plane has appropriate mass and weighs in at 4.11 pounds. The frog can be adjusted forward and back. The lever cap is made from plated cast iron. Cap iron screws and adjusting wheels are made from polished brass. The Yoke is a solid one piece casting. Bed angle is 45 degrees. Review: This is the second western-style hand plane I have used, and I think it is an amazing tool. The first one I bought was a cheap block plane, and it was useless. I simply could not get the bottom flat and eventually gave up. That was for a different purpose and not as necessary as the number 4, so I had gone on the cheap for it. This one was a lot more expensive, so I expected it to be better, and I was not disappointed. All I had to do was sharpen the blade and it was good to go. I was able to get very fine, full-blade-width shavings on ash and black walnut without having to do a thing to the sole, and I am a beginner, so that has to be down to it being a good tool. It also looks and feels wonderfully robust and expensive. With shipping and customs duties, I paid about $200 CDN for this tool, but I am still satisfied. I am amazed that some who posted comments got this for just $65 USD. Experienced, extremely picky woodworkers might find fault with this, but I cannot imagine getting the wood I've planed with it so far any smoother and flatter. Full marks to Tay Tools for this one. Review: The first plane I ordered was a quality disappointment. Excess casting on the underside of the frog that would not allow proper blade advancement, excess powder coating on frog surfaces that should have been unpainted, and sides out of square from dimensions in the product description. desertcart authorized a return and exchange. I had heard such a good review of this plane on YouTube that I wanted to see if I just got one that slipped through quality assurance. The first one was obviously one that slipped through quality control. The replacement plane is every bit as described and equal to the one I saw reviewed. Flat sole, sides square to the sole, powder coating only where it belongs, etc. All I needed to do was flatten the back of the blade and hone it. Beautiful results. For the price, this is a quality plane at a bargain price. Just make sure you get a good one. ## Features - Body and frog made from nearly indestructible ductile cast iron - Tote and knob are made from premium grade oiled and hand-rubbed Sapele - Iron is 0.120” thick and 2” wide and made from tool steel hardened and tempered to 55-60 - Sole precision ground to within the British Standard of 0.003” over the entire length - Overall length 9-3/4 inches and 2-1/2 inches wide, overall weight 4.11 pounds ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07D47NW56 | | ASIN | B07D47NW56 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Color | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (130) | | Customer reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (130) | | Date First Available | 31 May 2018 | | Date First Available | 31 May 2018 | | Included components | Blade | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.86 Kilograms | | Item model number | 469614 | | Item model number | 469614 | | Manufacturer | Taylor Toolworks | | Manufacturer | Taylor Toolworks | | Material | Cast Iron Wood | | Part number | 469614 | | Power source type | manual | | Product Dimensions | 24.77 x 6.35 x 24.77 cm; 1.86 kg | | Product Dimensions | 24.77 x 6.35 x 24.77 cm; 1.86 kg | | Style | Modern | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Taytools - **Colour:** Silver - **Item weight:** 4.11 Pounds - **Material:** Cast Iron Wood - **Product dimensions:** 24.8L x 6.4W x 24.8H centimeters ## Images ![469614 Smoothing Bench Hand Plane #4, 9-3/4 Inch Sole, Ductile Cast Body, Lapped Sides and Bottom, Blade RHC 55-60, Sapele Handle and Tote - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yVfjb+MLL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Where is it made?** A: I think the tool is made in China. I bought this tool because of the price. I did a lot of research before hand and I came across a couple blogs where a few woodworkers are convinced this tool comes out of the same factory as a high end hand plane. This plane is primarily sold in England from what I gathered. This woodworker said it’s an almost identical hand plane. I’m new to using them and it has been awesome so far. I hope this helps. **Q: Is there a replacement blade for the taytools 469614 smoothing bench hand plane #4, 9-3/4 inch?** A: I am using a Hock blade and chip breaker. It fits and works well. **Q: Is this a Bedrock or Bailey style frog?** A: This actually has the Bailey style frog. It has the forward/back adjustment screw at the back, visible in some of the supplied pictures, but the frog is secured in place with two screws under the iron, as found in the Bailey pattern planes. If this were a bedrock style, those screws would be on either side of the adjustment screw in back and there would be pins holding the frog in place, where the screws are on the Bailey pattern. **Q: What is the blade steel type? 01, a2, other?** A: Their website says "The 0.125 inch thick and 2 inch wide tool steel iron is hardened and tempered to 55-60 Rockwell C. " I haven't had any issues but I'm not a heavy user. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***N on 6 May 2020* This is the second western-style hand plane I have used, and I think it is an amazing tool. The first one I bought was a cheap block plane, and it was useless. I simply could not get the bottom flat and eventually gave up. That was for a different purpose and not as necessary as the number 4, so I had gone on the cheap for it. This one was a lot more expensive, so I expected it to be better, and I was not disappointed. All I had to do was sharpen the blade and it was good to go. I was able to get very fine, full-blade-width shavings on ash and black walnut without having to do a thing to the sole, and I am a beginner, so that has to be down to it being a good tool. It also looks and feels wonderfully robust and expensive. With shipping and customs duties, I paid about $200 CDN for this tool, but I am still satisfied. I am amazed that some who posted comments got this for just $65 USD. Experienced, extremely picky woodworkers might find fault with this, but I cannot imagine getting the wood I've planed with it so far any smoother and flatter. Full marks to Tay Tools for this one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by T***I on 28 March 2021* The first plane I ordered was a quality disappointment. Excess casting on the underside of the frog that would not allow proper blade advancement, excess powder coating on frog surfaces that should have been unpainted, and sides out of square from dimensions in the product description. Amazon authorized a return and exchange. I had heard such a good review of this plane on YouTube that I wanted to see if I just got one that slipped through quality assurance. The first one was obviously one that slipped through quality control. The replacement plane is every bit as described and equal to the one I saw reviewed. Flat sole, sides square to the sole, powder coating only where it belongs, etc. All I needed to do was flatten the back of the blade and hone it. Beautiful results. For the price, this is a quality plane at a bargain price. Just make sure you get a good one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***. on 19 September 2020* Very solid plane. 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