Shapton Diamond Lapping Plate final_sale

Shapton Diamond Lapping Plate final_saleFor those who are looking for the ultimate in a lapping plate, and are willing to pay the cost, then the Shapton Diamond Lapping Plate is what you need. It has a unique substrate unlike other lapping plates with bases of plastic or steel, and has an incredibly flat surface. It is guaranteed flat to within + 5 micron and works on all water and ceramic stones. No other flattening stone is measured in microns. This lapping plate will gain you an extra 3

Quadruple riveted end hook to prevent hook loosening

I use them and I recommend them

but they will fit any workbench with 1 inch dog holes

Workshop Details

creating a useful marking depth of approximately 5 inches (127mm)

7 inches long rod etched with inch and milimeter markings

This holder weighs in at a very hefty 4 pounds to ensure that your stones won’t budge when you are either flattening or sharpening

Block plane sack is 7-1/2 inches long

I offer my Limited Edition Marking Gauge series

The biggest issue with most tape measures is that little hook on the end

Both of my crosscut saws are specialized for crosscutting applications

you do need to be careful that the blade doesn't wander to the left or right as you adjust its position - otherwise the edge of the blade won't be flush with the mouth of the plane