Jack Plane No.5 50mm High Carbon Steel Hand Plane

A No.5 jack plane for general woodworking, timber preparation and everyday bench work. This woodworking hand plane has a 50mm adjustable high carbon steel blade, giving you control over the depth of cut for anything from stock removal to more controlled smoothing.

Used for flattening boards, removing rough areas and preparing timber before finer finishing, a woodworking jack plane suits both regular workshop use and home projects. A No. 5 plane is a practical middle ground for planing larger faces while still being manageable in the hand, making it useful for fitting timber, squaring edges and general wood shaping where a smaller smoothing plane may be slower.

The adjustable blade helps you set the cut to suit the job, whether you are taking off more material early on or working towards a cleaner finish. High carbon steel is widely chosen for edge tools because it holds a sharp cutting edge well, which is useful when the plane is in repeated use. The larger No.5 format gives a good balance of coverage and control, and the ergonomic handle helps with grip and comfort during longer jobs. For anyone doing regular wood preparation, it is a straightforward all-rounder that covers a wide range of common planing work without needing to switch straight away to a more specialised plane.

Jack plane specifications

• Blade width: 50mm blade for planing wider timber faces efficiently.
• Adjustment: Adjustable blade depth helps with both heavier cuts and finer passes.
• Material: High carbon steel blade for durability and edge retention.
• Size: No.5 pattern, suited to general-purpose flattening, shaping and smoothing.
• Handling: Ergonomic handle helps improve comfort and control during repeated use.

A practical choice for regular woodworking, timber prep and bench work.