The Record 04 Smoothing Plane is a high-quality hand plane designed for fine finishing work on both hardwoods and softwoods. Manufactured by IRWIN Record to exacting standards, this No.4 smoothing plane is the most frequently purchased plane type among professional tradespeople and is ideal for achieving smooth, refined surfaces on timber workpieces. This model features a durable tungsten vanadium cutter blade that maintains its edge through extended use, ensuring consistent performance across demanding joinery and carpentry tasks. The accurately machined blade setting mechanism provides precise depth adjustment, whilst the traditional brass adjusting nut and cast iron base, frog and lever cap deliver the stability and rigidity essential for accurate planing work. The Record 04 is fitted with a selected hardwood handle and knob, offering comfortable grip and control during finishing operations. With a 50mm cutter width and 245mm length, this plane strikes an excellent balance between m