Description

Superb Norris No. 51 Adjustable Smoothing Plane – Rosewood Infill, Early Long Norris Iron, Tight Mouth.

A stellar example of British precision and elegance, this Norris No. 51 adjustable smoothing plane features a beautifully fitted rosewood infill and an early long Norris iron. Measuring 7½” in length, it’s compact yet substantial, with a tight mouth ideal for fine smoothing work.
• 7½” sole with a clean, flat surface
• Rosewood infill.
• Early long Norris iron, deeply stamped.
• Adjustable mechanism functions smoothly for precise depth control
• Mouth is tight and well-formed—perfect for tear-out prevention on difficult grain
• No cracks or repairs; all components are original and well-preserved
Planes of this caliber are increasingly scarce, especially in such untouched condition. A true gem for collectors and users alike, representing the pinnacle of early 20th-century English toolmaking.
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