I am in the market for a low angle block plane. I have found new Stanley and Record models in the $40 - $50 range and Veritas in the $90 - $100 range.
I have heard nothing good about the new Stanley or Record planes, and the Veritas is out of my price range.
The local (southeastern Arizona) old tool stores, swap meets, and yard sales have yielded nothing. I am not interested in the ebay route since I am a "touche/feely" buyer. I like to put my hands on it when I am going to spend my hard earned money on something used.
My question is, do I have any other choices for a good quality low angle block plane? TIA for your input.
P.S. I was able to pick up a nice Stanley # 4 1/2, type 15 and a beautiful Miller Falls # 9C, type 2 at a local old tool store.