Many of Lie Nielsen Bench Planes you are given a choice of Iron or Bronze. What are the pros and cons of each?
AlaskaGuy
Lie Nielsen Bench Planes
Bronze won't rust, which I think is the only practical difference. I think it's a little heavier too. And it looks neat.
I'm not aware of any downsides to bronze, besides the increased cost.
I'm not aware of any downsides to bronze, besides the increased cost.
I have bronze plane from LN #4 smoother. I like it it's nice and heavy .
I remember the bronze sole new would mark my work a little bit. It doesn't any more. My #4 doesn't come out of the drawer very often but when it does it's ready and never lets me down.
Rest of my planes are regular arn.
I remember the bronze sole new would mark my work a little bit. It doesn't any more. My #4 doesn't come out of the drawer very often but when it does it's ready and never lets me down.
Rest of my planes are regular arn.
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