Hand plane Vorel 25886, steel body, 200 mm length, single piece

Vorel 25886 hand plane with a steel body and a 200 mm length is a compact tool designed for smoothing, trimming and finishing wood surfaces. The metal construction and ground base ensure stable contact with the workpiece while the ergonomically positioned knob provides simple blade pressure adjustment. Supplied as a single unit, this hand plane is intended for light to medium carpentry tasks, edge planing, leveling small boards and finishing joinery work on solid wood, wood-based materials and certain plastics.

Advantages

The steel body and 1.6 mm thick sheet-metal sole offer durable, low-deformation performance in regular workshop use. The manganese steel blade, hardened to approximately 50–55 HRC, delivers long-lasting edge retention and clean cutting action. A 42 mm cutting width and a 48 mm sole width give a balance between maneuverability and coverage, while the ground base helps maintain flatness during passes. The blade clamping and pressure knob allow straightforward blade setting and reversible blade orientation for using the front-cutting function.

Suitable for

• Edge trimming and chamfering of boards and panels
• Leveling small wooden surfaces and joints
• Finishing joinery, smoothing glue lines and seams
• Light to medium hobby carpentry and repair work

Key specifications

• Body material: steel sheet construction, 1.6 mm thickness
• Overall base length: 200 mm
• Base width: 48 mm
• Blade material: manganese steel (65mn symbol), hardened to approx. 50–55 HRC
• Effective blade width: 42 mm
• Ground sole for improved flatness
• Blade pressure adjustment via knob; reversible blade orientation for front-cut use
• Suitable for wood, wood-based materials and some plastics

How to use

Set the blade depth and secure it with the pressure knob so that only a small amount of blade protrudes from the sole for fine smoothing. Hold the plane with one hand on the front knob and the other on the rear body, keep the sole flat on the workpiece and push along the grain with steady, even strokes. For removing more material, increase blade exposure in small increments and make multiple passes. To use the front-cutting function, reverse the blade orientation following the manufacturer’s guidance and re-secure the blade. After use, retract the blade slightly and store the tool in a dry place to protect the cutting edge from corrosion and damage.

Usage recommendations

The hand plane performs best when used on straight, supported workpieces with the wood grain running in the cutting direction. Keep the blade sharp and inspect the ground base periodically; a well-set blade and flat sole produce smoother results and reduce the need for heavy cuts.