Are iron or wood bench planes better?
On One Hand: Antique vs. Modern ToolA bench plane is a tool used to level and shape wood, or even plaster in a mold. Historically, bench planes were made of wood with a steel blade. In modern times, an iron body was developed. The iron tool has a blade-depth adjustment function that is more accurate and easier to use than adjusting the blade on a traditional wood plane.On the Other: Wood Works Just as WellA wooden bench plane is just as functional and does as good a job shaping wood as more modern iron planes.Bottom LineFor pure functionality, the iron bench plane is a more useful tool because it is easier to manipulate and adjust.
