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Kunz Plus Smoothing Plane No. 4

Kunz produces a premium German hand plane standard -- precision-machined to tight tolerances

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated October 15, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Kunz Plus Smoothing Plane No. 4
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Kunz Plus Smoothing Plane No. 4

Kunz

Kunz produces a premium German hand plane standard -- precision-machined to tight tolerances

  • No. 4 bench plane
  • Precision-ground cast body
  • High carbon steel iron
  • German made

Pros

  • Kunz produces a premium German hand plane standard -- precision-machined to tight tolerances
  • High carbon steel iron takes a very fine edge and is straightforward to sharpen
  • Arrives well tuned from the factory -- minimal setup required
  • 4 is the most versatile bench plane size -- for smoothing, joint fitting, and general work

Cons

  • Very high price for a first plane
  • Fewer aftermarket parts and accessories than Stanley-pattern planes
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