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.