Melbourne Tool Company Low Angle Block Plane M2 HSS Bevel Up Hand Plane

The Melbourne Tool Company Low Angle Block Plane is the hand plane every woodworker should own. Compact, versatile and beautifully balanced, it's the perfect tool for trimming end grain, chamfering edges, fitting joinery and adding those final finishing touches that make a project stand out.

Designed in Melbourne and built to last, the MTC Low Angle Block Plane features a precision machined 12° bevel-up bed, premium M2 High Speed Steel blade and solid brass cap iron. With interchangeable blade angles and an adjustable mouth, this is a plane you'll find yourself reaching for every day.

Why You'll Love It

• Compact and versatile block plane for everyday woodworking
• Low angle bevel-up design excels on end grain
• Premium M2 High Speed Steel blade for exceptional edge life
• Supplied with 25° blade as standard
• Additional 38° and 50° blades available
• Precision depth and lateral blade adjustment
• Fully adjustable mouth
• Solid brass cap iron
• Designed in Melbourne, Australia

The Essential Hand Plane

Ask most woodworkers which plane they use the most and the answer is often the Block Plane. Its compact size and versatility make it ideal for trimming end grain, chamfering edges, easing corners, fitting joinery and completing finishing touches.

Small enough to use one handed yet capable of producing an exceptionally fine finish, the MTC Low Angle Block Plane quickly becomes an indispensable workshop companion.

Simple and Reliable Design

The Low Angle Block Plane is designed to be uncomplicated and enjoyable to use. The minimalistic construction makes maintenance easy, while the smooth adjustment mechanisms allow precise setup with minimal effort.

Blade depth is adjusted with a simple twist of the knurled wheel, while the lateral adjustment allows the blade to be skewed left or right for fine tuning and perfect results.

Low Angle Bevel-Up Design

The blade sits bevel-up on a precision machined 12° bed, creating a low cutting angle that slices cleanly through timber and excels on end grain. Unlike traditional bench planes, the effective cutting angle can be altered simply by changing blades, giving you greater flexibility across different timbers and applications.

The blade is clamped firmly against the plane casting, providing excellent support to the cutting edge and helping produce a smooth, chatter-free finish.

Three Blade Angles Available

The MTC Low Angle Block Plane is supplied with a 25° blade as standard. Combined with the 12° bed angle, this creates an effective cutting angle of 37°, making it perfect for end grain and general woodworking.

• 25° Blade – Effective 37° cutting angle, ideal for end grain and general use
• 38° Blade – Effective 50° cutting angle, perfect for smoothing and everyday woodworking
• 50° Blade – Effective 62° cutting angle, ideal for figured and difficult timbers where tear out is a concern

Additional blades are available separately, allowing you to tailor the plane to the timber and task at hand.

M2 High Speed Steel Blade

MTC has chosen M2 High Speed Steel (HSS) for its excellent abrasion resistance and long-lasting edge retention. The thicker blade construction also helps minimise vibration during the cut, producing smoother finishes and greater control.

While M2 HSS may take slightly longer to sharpen than some steels, you'll spend far less time sharpening thanks to its impressive edge life.

Adjustable Mouth

The fully adjustable mouth allows you to fine tune the plane for the work at hand. Close it down for difficult figured timbers to minimise tear out or open it wider for heavier cuts and faster stock removal on more predictable materials.

Perfect For

• Trimming end grain
• Chamfering edges
• Easing corners
• Fitting joinery
• Finishing and touch-up work
• Furniture making
• Cabinetmaking
• General woodworking

What's Included

• 1 x Melbourne Tool Company Low Angle Block Plane
• 1 x 25° M2 HSS Blade (installed)
• Owner's Manual via QR Code

Specifications

Melbourne Tool Company is an Australian-designed woodworking hand tool brand launched in 2022 to fill the gap between budget tools and high-end options. Designed in Melbourne by industrial designers and practicing furniture makers, the range includes low-angle bench planes, router planes, spokeshaves and cabinet scrapers, each built around real workshop performance. Blades are made from M2 high-speed steel, chosen for lasting edge retention in tough Australian hardwoods. Every design decision, from handle curvature to blade geometry, was tested in actual workshops. For woodworkers who want capable, well-considered hand tools without the premium price tag, Melbourne Tool Company delivers tools that work straight out of the box.

Delivery Area:

• Hammer Roo delivers products anywhere in Australia & New Zealand.
• Click & Collect is also available at checkout for those wishing to pickup from our Loganholme QLD location.
• Other international locations are currently unavailable at checkout. Please contact us at Info@HammerRoo.com.au to make special arrangements.

Delivery Options:

• Hammer Roo provides you with three shipping options at checkout – Standard Shipping, Express Shipping & In Store Pickup/Click & Collect.
• Overnight/Priority services are available upon request, please contact us for a quote on (07) 3180 2311.

Dispatch Timing

• If you opted for delivery, you will receive an email when the goods have been dispatched. All packages are trackable so you will receive regular updates on the status of your delivery as it is being shipped to you once it has been dispatched.
• You can generally expect a turnaround time of less than 48 hours (excluding weekends) for order dispatch. We aim to dispatch your order within 1-3 business days of receiving it or within 14 business days for special order/custom made items, however during certain times of the year such as Christmas, Easter, Black Friday and Public Holidays dispatch times may be slightly longer.
• Should you need your items urgently Priority dispatch is also available for an additional fee (selected at checkout).

Pickup In Store

• Customers can place an order as a phone order or on the website via the Pickup In Store option at checkout. You will receive an order ready for pickup notification when your order is ready top be collected from our Loganholme warehouse.
• If any item ordered is over 50kg we will load your vehicle by forklift. You must come in an appropriate vehicle where this can occur - a ute, van or vehicle with a trailer. We cannot load heavy items into sedans, SUV's or passenger wagon vehicles where we cannot get full forklift access. If you are unsure, please call us prior to arriving to discuss for clarification (07) 3180 2311.
• If Goods are being collected; please collect them within 10 days after we inform you that they are ready for collection. If you do not, then unless you make arrangements with us for a collection at a later date, we will assume you have cancelled your order. This means we may re-sell the Goods and you may forfeit any deposit or payment you have made. We may need to verify your identity upon collection.

Carrier Information

• We use a variety of freight carriers including, but not limited to: Australia Post, Direct Freight Express, TNT/Fedex, Couriers Please, Mainfreight & Team Global Express (formerly Toll).
• The freight carrier will be chosen by Hammer Roo based on parcel size, weight & receiving location. If you do not wish to have a certain carrier, please add this to the order notes and we will accommodate if possible.
• While we endeavor to provide the postage option chosen at cart, sometimes this is not possible due to factors including; weight restrictions, physical size restrictions & location. We will endeavor to provide a similar service where possible eg. Australia Post Express may be replaced with Direct Freight Express for larger items.
• Please note the maximum package length that can be sent through Australia Post is 105cm and the maximum weight is 22kg. Anything over these dimensions will be sent via courier. If the parcel is outside these dimensions the parcel cannot be delivered to PO Boxes or Parcel Lockers.
• All items over 30kg needing a tailgate will be flagged on the product page & we will contact you to arrange a quote. For more information on the Tailgate Drop Fee please read below.

Shipping Protection/Insurance - Covering Loss/Damage In Transit

• All freight companies used by Hammer Roo are general carriers and do not cover damage or loss of goods in transit. To give you peace of mind, we offer optional shipping insurance at checkout. This covers your order against loss or damage during transit and is calculated at 2.5% of the order value (starting at $0.75) for domestic orders, or 5% for international orders.
• Insurance is not automatically included. To protect your order, you must add shipping protection at checkout by selecting the shipping protection option.
• If you choose not to add insurance, you do so entirely at your own risk. Hammer Roo accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage that may occur once your order leaves our premises. We are unable to assist with claims or compensation for uninsured shipments.
• We HIGHLY recommend selecting insurance to safeguard your goods in transit.

What Insurance Covers:

• Damage during transit from dispatch to delivery
• Loss during transit from dispatch to delivery

What Insurance Does Not Cover:

• Theft after successful delivery by the carrier 
• Deliveries marked as Authority to Leave

Authority To Leave

• If you want to have your order left at your address even if you are not home you can request Authority To Leave in the order notes during check out. If you request this option;

• You are accepting responsibility for delivery of the item once it leaves the warehouse.
• We assume a delivery has been made if the courier reports that the item has been delivered.
• Non-delivery/Theft claims by customers will not be accepted if the carrier confirms delivery has been made even if optional insurance is purchased.

Tailgate Drop Fees

• Any single product carton that weighs over 30kg must be shipped on a skid or pallet.
• If product is longer than 2.2m you must have means to unload at the destination via forklift, suitable manpower or pickup from the closest depot.
• If a product is over 30kg you can:
• Pick it up from the closest courier depot. Please advise us that you would like to choose this option, and when it arrives at the courier's depot they will be in touch to advise you it is ready for pick up. They will also set out any terms and conditions for the pick-up. It will be loaded via forklift so having an appropriate vehicle or trailer to allow this to happen is your requirement.
• Pay a tailgate drop fee. This will mean that the truck arriving to deliver the goods will have a hydraulic tailgate that will safely set the skid on the ground with a manual pallet truck to move the skid to a reasonable position on the property so that it is deemed to be safely delivered. Tailgate drop fees vary based on carrier (usually $65-$90), please contact us for an accurate quote.

• If your consignment fits the above criteria we will contact you prior to dispatch to confirm your preferred method and collect the tailgate drop fee if you choose that option for your delivery.

Manual Handling Surcharge (Overlength/Oversized Items)

• Any item once packaged that measures over 1.2m, weighs over 30kg or cannot pass through automatic freight sortation machines and must be handled manually by freight companies.
• For items 1.2 - 1.8m long there is a surcharge of $16.50 and for items 1.8m and longer there is a surcharge of $83.50 charged by the freight company to manually handle this freight.
• Hammer Roo passes this charge on at cost. If you choose the In Store Pickup option there is no extra charge on your order for handling these items.

Return To Sender

• If an unsuccessful attempt is made to deliver a parcel or parcel is uncollected within the carriers specified time-frame & the carrier returns the parcel to sender the customer will be responsible for re-delivery & return to sender charges.
• These charges vary depending on carrier & location. Should the customer not make contact regarding the parcel after 3 months from returned date, the parcel will be classed as abandoned & discarded.

Change of Mind (7-Day Policy)

• Receiving your order (for delivered items), or
• Purchase date (for in-store purchases)

• Items must be unused, unopened, and in original condition
• Items must be in original, undamaged packaging suitable for resale
• Items must not be installed, modified, or tested

Faulty or Damaged Goods

• For minor faults, we may repair or replace the item within a reasonable time.
• For major failures, you are entitled to choose a refund, replacement, or repair.

Non-Returnable Items

• Customers may not return goods that have been modified to meet their needs, for example - sandpaper cut to length, custom made furniture etc.
• Custom made or modified goods are unable to be returned unless agreed in writing by Hammer Roo Management.

• Special order products which aren't normally stocked in store cannot be returned, exchanged or cancelled once the order has been placed. If the item is on back order we will contact you with an estimated time frame. 

• Products that are marked as final sale, discontinued or clearance are also ineligible.

• Customers may not return under any circumstances epoxy, finishes, glue & other liquids due to risk of improper storage and/or contamination.

• Due to the possible health implications, customers may not return under any circumstances any PPE or Personal Products that have been opened or used in any way. Including but not limited to: masks/respirators, gloves, glasses/goggles etc.
  
  

Returns Process

1. Contact us first at info@hammerroo.com.au to request approval

2. Wait for confirmation and return instructions

3. Package the item securely:

• Do not attach labels directly to product packaging
• Ensure the item is protected during transit
  

4. Clearly include your name and contact details inside the package

5. Send the item back using a trackable method

• If approved, your store credit will be issued
• If the item does not meet return conditions, it may be rejected and returned to you at your cost

Hammer Roo is pleased to supply you with a large range of special order products on the basis of the following conditions:

Cancellation & Returns

• Products which aren't normally stocked in store (including custom made) are non-returnable, exchangeable or able to be cancelled once the order has been placed unless a warranty or guarantee is breached.

Estimated Shipping Date/s

• We will give you an estimated shipping date in good faith (listed on each individual product page), but we are unable to accept liability for delays in receiving the goods, which are beyond our reasonable control eg. if stock is unavailable, shipping/customs delays etc.
• In the event of a delay beyond our estimated time frame we will contact you to advise of the delay. Full delivery conditions can be found in our Shipping Options.

Quotes & Estimates

• Unless the quotation/estimate specifies otherwise, it is valid for 7 days and for the full quoted quantity only. The quote/estimate supersedes all previous quotes/estimates.