Record No. 730 Softboard Plane

Record No 730 Fibreboard Plane
Record No. 730 Softboard Plane
as illustrated in Pocket Catalogue No. 16 in 1955

This plane is used for slitting and bevelling of soft insulating board. It uses a razor blade type cutter which was provided in cartons of 6.

Two positions for the cutter were available – a vertical position for slitting and cutting up to 1/2 inch in thickness, and a 45 degree angled position for bevelling up to a 3/8 inch depth. An attachable fence was provided for the bevelling work.

First introduced in Pocket Catalogue No. 16 in 1955.


Specifications:

Manufactured: From 1955 to 1970
Length: 8-1/4 inches
Weight: 1-1/2 pounds
Cutter Width: 1-1/4 inches
Construction: Cast iron body, stained beech handle. Razor blade type cutter
Finish: Blue Enamel
Features: Two cutter positions
Uses: Cutting and bevelling fibreboard
Average Dealer Price: $20 to $60
Average eBay Price: $20 to $50

Prices Updated: December 2008

Please note that the average prices for Record planes have been determined by keeping track of planes sold on eBay, internet auctions, actual real-world auctions, through dealers and various dealer websites. They should only be used as a guide and it should be noted that all prices are dependent on the age, condition, completeness and rarity of a particular plane, as well as the presence, if any, of packaging and associated items, such as brochures, advertising or instructions.


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