Whether dimensioning rough lumber, flattening glued-up panels, or smoothing workbench tops, the Groz No. 6 Fore Plane delivers the control hand tool woodworkers demand. At 18 inches long with a 60mm cutter, this versatile plane bridges the gap between smaller smoothers and larger jointers—ideal for flattening and finishing wider surfaces.The grey cast iron body is machined to maintain sole flatness within 0.003 , minimizing setup time. The 2mm spring steel blade comes hardened to 55+5 HRC and ground at 25 degrees, ready to produce tissue-thin shavings out of the box. The fully adjustable frog provides complete control over cutting depth and mouth opening, while precise blade seating eliminates chatter for smooth results.Traditional craftsmanship meets practical design: hardwood handle and knob provide comfortable grip, brass adjusting nut and polished aluminum lever cap add beauty and functionality. Lever cap design enables quick blade changes. Perfect for furniture making, woodworking instruction, or any project requiring hand tool precision. PRECISION FLATTENING FOR WIDE PANELS - 18 sole with 60mm cutter makes quick work of table tops, workbench surfaces, and wide boards; sized for maximum versatility in hand tool woodworking READY TO USE OUT OF THE BOX - Sole flatness held to 0.003 tolerance and accurately machined blade seating means minimal setup required; start producing tissue-thin shavings immediately without hours of lapping and tuning HARDENED BLADE HOLDS ITS EDGE - 2mm spring steel cutter hardened to 55+5 HRC sharpens easily and maintains sharpness through extended use; delivers smooth cuts on both softwoods and hardwoods FULLY ADJUSTABLE FOR CUSTOM PERFORMANCE - Adjustable frog lets you dial in depth and mouth opening for any wood or grain; lever cap design allows quick blade changes and adjustments mid-project QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AT EXCEPTIONAL VALUE - Grey cast iron base with powder coat finish, hardwood handle and knob, brass adjusting nut; precision machining comparable to premium brands at a fraction of the cost UPC 194199397031 Color Black Brand Name Groz Style Name Fore Plane Unit Count 8.0 Count Item Weight 3.56 Kilograms Manufacturer Groz Model Number 39703 Power Source Manual Base Material Cast Iron Cutting Depth 0.08 Millimeters Cutting width 2.38 Inches Material Type Alloy Steel, Brass, Iron Item Type Name Groz No. 6 Fore Plane Hand Planer, 60mm Cutter 18 Length, Cast Iron Body with Adjustable Frog, Hardened Steel Blade, for Flattening Wide Boards and Panels (39703) Included Components plane Manufacturer Part Number 39703 Global Trade Identification Number 00194199397031