{"product_id":"soba-legacy-no-4-no-5-bench-planes-beyond-tools-40th-anniversary-limited-edition","title":"Soba Legacy No. 4 \u0026 No. 5 Smoothing Bench Planes – Beyond Tools 40th Anniversary Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrate \u003cstrong\u003e40 years of Beyond Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e with the limited-edition \u003cstrong\u003eSoba Legacy Bench Plane range\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in India by Soba, these distinctive bench planes combine traditional bevel-down plane geometry with an innovative open-sided body, precision adjustment and repositionable handholds. Their substantial cast-iron soles provide stability and momentum, while the adjustable frog, blade-depth control and lateral adjustment allow the plane to be tuned for different timbers and cutting requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the compact \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 4 Smoothing Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e for fine finishing and end-grain trimming, or the longer \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 5 Jack Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e for general stock preparation, flattening and preparing timber for jointing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese special-edition planes are expected to arrive during \u003cstrong\u003eQ4 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e and will be available in limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Soba Legacy Plane?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive open-sided Legacy construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy cast-iron sole for stability and smooth cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50mm (2\") steel plane iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 45° bevel-down blade configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable frog for controlling the mouth opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine blade-depth adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLateral blade adjustment for aligning the cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable front knob and rear tote positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless-steel fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnodised aluminium side cheeks and front knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid timber rear tote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hardwood and softwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a protective timber presentation case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in India by Soba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeyond Tools 40th Anniversary Limited Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer TyagGW_tableContainerWithTableOfContents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSole Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 4 Legacy Smoothing Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210010\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 250mm (10\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50mm (2\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinal smoothing, removing fine tool marks and trimming end grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 5 Legacy Jack Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 350mm (14\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50mm (2\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlattening, stock preparation, edge work and general-purpose planing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNo. 4 Legacy Smoothing Plane – 210010\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 4 Smoothing Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for the final stages of surface preparation after the timber has already been flattened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts shorter 250mm body follows small variations in the timber surface, allowing it to remove localised high spots and produce fine finishing shavings. With correct blade preparation and adjustment, it can leave a clean surface that requires little subsequent sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra mass compared with many conventional No. 4 planes also helps the tool maintain momentum through dense or difficult timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal surface smoothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurniture and cabinetmaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving machining and tool marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming and shooting end grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking on smaller components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine finishing of hardwood and softwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNo. 5 Legacy Jack Plane – 210015\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 5 Jack Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e is the longer, general-purpose option in the Legacy range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 350mm cast-iron sole bridges more of the timber surface, making it better suited to flattening boards and preparing stock before final smoothing. It can be set for heavier material removal or adjusted to take finer shavings, making it one of the most versatile plane sizes for a woodworking bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlattening timber boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral stock preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving saw and machine marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing edges before jointing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevelling larger surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral furniture and joinery work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecision Blade Adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth models provide three important adjustments:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade-depth adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e controls how far the cutting edge projects below the sole and therefore the thickness of the shaving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLateral adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e aligns the cutting edge parallel with the mouth for an even shaving across the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable frog:\u003c\/strong\u003e changes the mouth opening. A narrow opening supports fine finishing cuts, while a wider opening accommodates thicker shavings during stock removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdjustable Hand Placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front knob and rear tote can be repositioned to accommodate different hand sizes and working preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adjustable arrangement helps users find a secure and comfortable two-handed grip while maintaining control throughout the planing stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer TyagGW_tableContainerWithTableOfContents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eNo. 4 Smoothing Plane\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eNo. 5 Jack Plane\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeyond Tools SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350mm (14\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlane type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoothing bench plane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJack bench plane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm (2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm (2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade bevel angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBedding angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSole material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide cheeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodised aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodised aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear tote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid timber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid timber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade-depth adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLateral adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable frog\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable hand positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresentation case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Plane Should I Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e250mm No. 4 Smoothing Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e if your priority is producing a fine finished surface, removing localised high spots or trimming end grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e350mm No. 5 Jack Plane\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want a versatile general-purpose plane for flattening, preparing rough timber and working across larger surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany woodworkers use both: the No. 5 first for preparation and flattening, followed by the No. 4 for the final finishing passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × selected Soba Legacy bench plane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 50mm steel plane iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable frog, chip breaker and lever-cap assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective timber presentation case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Setup Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-plane irons benefit from inspection and final honing before first use. Blade projection, lateral alignment, frog position and mouth opening should be adjusted according to the timber and the required depth of cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly oil exposed metal surfaces after use and store the plane in a dry environment to help prevent corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimited-Edition Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeyond Tools 40th Anniversary Limited Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis commemorative product is expected to arrive during \u003cstrong\u003eQ4 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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