I am to looking to purchase a new block plane. It will be my first “quality” plane so I want to make sure sure I get the one with the most versatality. Probably will get the LN but am not sure weather to get the low angle or standard?
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low angle.. easier to plane end grain
I think block planes are over-rated. I know everyone in the world recommends having one. I have 2! But I really don't use them. Obviously it depends on what you do. I think you may get more utility out of a smoother or a really long plane.
If you just have your heart set on a black plane, by all means get the lowest angle you can.
Adam
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