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Blades & Accessories: Essential Components for Effective Woodworking

High-quality blades and accessories are key to achieving accuracy and efficiency in woodworking. This selection includes a range of blades tailored for specific tools and tasks, helping Canadian woodworkers maintain peak performance across different projects.

Hand plane blades are engineered for lasting sharpness and durability—crucial for everything from surface smoothing to edge jointing. With various bevel angles available, users can match the blade to the wood’s grain direction and hardness for optimal results.

Router plane blades come in both imperial and metric sizes, meeting a wide variety of joinery needs. These blades deliver clean, flat-bottomed recesses that are ideal for cutting dados and grooves. Blade sets add flexibility, enabling woodworkers to handle multiple widths and depths for more detailed projects.

Routine maintenance and timely blade replacement are essential for consistent results and extending the life of your MTC tools.

FAQs

What types of blades are available for router planes?

Router plane blades come in a range of imperial and metric sizes, ideal for cutting accurate recesses such as dados and grooves in your joinery work.

How do I choose the right blade for my hand plane?

Choosing the right blade depends on the bevel angle and the job at hand. Lower bevels are great for end grain, while higher angles are better suited for smoothing and tackling tricky grain patterns.

Are replacement blades available for spokeshaves?

Yes, you can get replacement blades for spokeshaves to maintain precision when shaping and refining curved surfaces.

What is the benefit of using a carbon steel blade in a cabinet scraper?

Carbon steel blades in cabinet scrapers take a fine edge, making them excellent for detailed finishing work and achieving smooth surfaces without the need for sanding.

How often should I replace the blades on my woodworking tools?

How often you replace blades depends on use and the material you're working with. Check regularly for dull edges or wear to know when it’s time to replace them and keep your results sharp and clean.

Can I use the same blade for different types of wood?

Some blades are quite versatile, but choosing a blade with the right bevel angle and sharpness for your specific wood type will yield better results and help preserve the edge longer.

Are blade sets available for comprehensive tool coverage?

Yes, blade sets are available and offer a variety of sizes and profiles to suit different tools and woodworking tasks—perfect for added convenience and versatility in the shop.