Often referred to as “Krenov” Planes, named after their champion James Krenov, these simple wooden planes are a pleasure to both make and use.
“For a certain kind of craftsman a plane can be more than a tool. It can be a beautiful instrument, a joy to use.” – James Krenov, The Fine Art of Cabinetmaking, 1977
2 days
$480.00
6 places available
Next course;
November 5th & 6th 2026
What to expect;
Starting with a wooden blank, students will be guided through the steps in making their very own wooden plane. Using the bandsaw to saw the plane body, then hand tools and the drill press to construct the plane. Whilst the glue is curing sharpening your blade will introduce you to the fundamentals of grinding, honing and polishing an edge. Let the shavings fly!
Learning outcomes;
Planes - what are they and how do they work?
Wood identification, selection and arrangement
Laying and marking out
Safe and accurate use of the bandsaw
Assembly using dowels
Gluing up - stress free and accurately
Shaping - shaping your plane to suit your hands using hand tools
Often referred to as “Krenov” Planes, named after their champion James Krenov, these simple wooden planes are a pleasure to both make and use.
“For a certain kind of craftsman a plane can be more than a tool. It can be a beautiful instrument, a joy to use.” – James Krenov, The Fine Art of Cabinetmaking, 1977
2 days
$480.00
6 places available
Next course;
November 5th & 6th 2026
What to expect;
Starting with a wooden blank, students will be guided through the steps in making their very own wooden plane. Using the bandsaw to saw the plane body, then hand tools and the drill press to construct the plane. Whilst the glue is curing sharpening your blade will introduce you to the fundamentals of grinding, honing and polishing an edge. Let the shavings fly!
Learning outcomes;
Planes - what are they and how do they work?
Wood identification, selection and arrangement
Laying and marking out
Safe and accurate use of the bandsaw
Assembly using dowels
Gluing up - stress free and accurately
Shaping - shaping your plane to suit your hands using hand tools
