Lie-Nielsen Toolworks creates...
Lie-Nielsen Toolworks designs heirloom-quality hand tools that marry function and beauty, drawing inspiration from traditional Stanley Bedrock designs refined with superior modern materials. The company believes that 95% of the time a tool sits on a shelf, so it should be beautiful, and looking at it should inspire you to craft.
Signature$295
One of Lie-Nielsen's most versatile planes. The massive blade is set bevel-up at 12 degrees for excellent end-grain work and general purpose planing.
Signature$190
The workhorse of the shop. Bronze body with adjustable mouth for fine or coarse work. Ready to use straight from the box.
Signature$545
The quintessential finishing plane. Full bronze body with cherry handles adds heft for smooth cutting without tearout.
Signature$500
At 22 inches long, the No. 7 excels at flattening wide boards and truing edges for joinery. Ductile iron body with bronze frog and cap.
$175
Swedish steel blade with precision-milled brass back. Hand-shaped cherry handle for a comfortable, secure grip.
$95
A2 tool steel blade hardened to Rockwell 60-62, cryogenically treated. Traditional socket design accepts replacement maple handles.
$125
The smallest Lie-Nielsen plane with a captive nut blade adjuster. Perfect for luthiers, model makers, and detail work.
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Bridge City Tool Works creates precision woodworking hand tools that merge exceptional accuracy with sculptural beauty. Founded on the premise that craftspeople deserve quality craftsmanship in their tools, the company follows form follows function while believing that since tools spend most of their life idle, they should be pleasing to look at and inspire their owners.
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Knew Concepts reinvented the centuries-old jeweler's saw with modern engineering precision. Founded by machinist Lee Marshall and designer Brian Meek in Santa Cruz, California, the company creates patented tools that combine aerospace-grade materials with innovative tensioning systems, delivering professional instruments that feel luxurious to use but are built to last a lifetime.
🇺🇸 US · $15-$150
Klein Tools embodies 167 years of American manufacturing heritage, creating professional-grade hand tools through meticulous forging, precision heat-treating, and rigorous field testing. Their design philosophy follows 'Once a standard, always a standard' - tools built for linemen, electricians, and tradespeople that prioritize durability, ergonomic comfort, and functional excellence over aesthetic trends.
🇺🇸 US · $15-$178
Craighill creates everyday objects that balance tactile, real-world functionality with an intangible sense of wonder. Founded on the belief that the world has too much 'stuff,' they design products to be as functional and timeless as they are beautiful and intriguing, returning users to the sensory pleasures of touching, seeing, and doing.
🇯🇵 JP · 46935
Founded in 1916, Vessel embodies the Japanese philosophy of Monozukuri - the art of making things with pride, dedication, and relentless pursuit of perfection. As Japan's first volume manufacturer of screwdrivers and the original JIS-certified tool maker, Vessel maintains a 'never compromise on quality' attitude, with each tool reflecting their three foundational 'isms' of precision, durability, and customer satisfaction.
🇺🇸 US · $50-$150
Big Idea Design creates innovative EDC (Everyday Carry) gear with a focus on doing more while carrying less. Their products are engineered for versatility and durability, featuring patented mechanisms like auto-adjusting pen collets and universal refill compatibility, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in compact tool design.