Originally Posted by
Chris Griggs
I'm wondering if this less of an issue of a block plane that fits his hand and more of an issue of a block that is specifically designed for 1 handed use. While the LN adjustable mouth block/ Stanley 60 1/2 are noticeably smaller and lighter than the LV, (and for most people probably a bit more comfortable in one hand), this is more due to the width than the length - the LV is only 1/8" longer. Most standard sized block planes (in the 6"-7" range, are designed for both 1 and 2 handed use and will still require him to extend his pointer finger and put a lot of pressure on it. It seems to me that the solution is some type of apron plane ( LN, LV, Stanley or whatever) in the under 6" size that will prevent having to put so much on the finger since more of the hand would be near/over the toe.
Just a thought.