Clifton Hand Planes – British-Made Precision for Fine Woodworking
Clifton has produced premium hand planes in Sheffield, England for over a century, carrying forward a tradition of precision metalwork that traces its roots to specialty shoulder and bench plane manufacturing. Drawing on designs inspired by the classic Preston planes, each Clifton tool is built to exacting tolerances for flatness, fit, and adjustability—qualities that matter most when hand-fitting joints, truing edges, or smoothing finished surfaces.
The Clifton Adjustable Mouth Block Plane is the centerpiece of this collection. Its adjustable mouth opening allows the woodworker to dial in a tight aperture for fine shavings on figured hardwoods or open it for heavier stock removal, making it one of the most versatile hand planes in any shop. When the original blade wears beyond honing, the Clifton Block Plane Replacement Blade restores full performance without replacing the entire tool.
Why Choose a Clifton Plane?
Clifton planes are machined and hand-fitted to standards that rival vintage Stanley and Record tools at their finest. The body castings are stress-relieved and ground flat, the frogs seat precisely, and the blades are made from high-quality steel that holds an edge well through sustained use. For woodworkers who value hand-tool performance and longevity, a Clifton plane is a lasting shop investment.
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