Veritas Low Angle Jack for me!!!

**Buzzer** · 21st March 2006, 09:42 AM

After much reading/thinking(this forum/AWR) and more reading/thinking over the past couple of months, thanks to this forum and especially(spelling?) to Derek for is informative and interesting reviews/opinions, I have decided to opt for the Low Angle Veritas Jack.(with the extra blade angles)
Why you may ask?
Well because of its versatility, especially in cranky wood, and end grain(shooting board) ,it will be ready to use out of the box. I also like what I think has an easier adjustment mechanism.
Thanks for helping me with my decision.
Hopefully I can afford it by the Brisbane woodshow!!
Buzzer

**mat** · 21st March 2006, 12:21 PM

Buzzer

Have a look at the current Timbecon special if they still have some left. Probably the best price you will get in Aus.

**TassieKiwi** · 21st March 2006, 01:12 PM

GO4IT! I find that it's usually the first out of the cupboard - the Stanley's keep thier wax on......

My previous favorite was the WW2 #5, so there ya go, my name should be Jack.

**Clinton1** · 21st March 2006, 01:23 PM

I would be very suprised if you ended up regretting the decision Buzzer.

I have the Low Angle Smoother, with the standard blade, and intend getting the high angle (38 degree) blade. Must admit I have not found I have needed it yet, but I am sure I will find a reason.

**Buzzer** · 21st March 2006, 01:25 PM

Originally Posted by mat

Buzzer

Have a look at the current Timbecon special if they still have some left. Probably the best price you will get in Aus.

Mat,
I rang them, sold out, they told me they will no longer carry Veritas.
Cheers
Buzzer

**Clinton1** · 21st March 2006, 02:58 PM

they told me they will no longer carry Veritas

Wonder what the rationale is there?

**Greolt** · 21st March 2006, 03:15 PM

Originally Posted by Buzzer

Mat,
I rang them, sold out, they told me they will no longer carry Veritas.
Cheers
Buzzer

Bugger!!! I was about to order one:mad:

**Auld Bassoon** · 21st March 2006, 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by Clinton1

Wonder what the rationale is there?

I wonder if it's because they just can't compete with personal imports, even allowing for freight costs, directly from Lee Valley?

**Clinton1** · 21st March 2006, 06:23 PM

Good point AB. I did think the catalogue price in Oz retailers was competitive with private imports, perhaps in response to the amount of people getting them in privately.
Maybe it is no longer as attractive profit wise?

Hope MIK still intends to stock them.

I think its time for LV to set up an Oz franchise. (trust me on this LV

)

If only one store was set up, LV should request profit sharing with the airlines.... I know I'd do a flying visit

**KevM** · 21st March 2006, 09:29 PM

Originally Posted by Buzzer

Mat,
I rang them, sold out, they told me they will no longer carry Veritas.
Cheers
Buzzer

Not being one to start rumours

.....................but................... is it possible that Northwood might be the new Australian Supplier for Veritas. To quote from the Latest Special Offer News from Northwood Tool Company dated March 6th 2006 "I had hoped to announce a range of new products that I am very excited about. These are well known quality brand name products from USA and Canada, and will be available exclusively from Northwood Tools soon. I have to wait till our initial shipment gets here tho, so it will be a little longer before details are forthcoming."

So Colin is it true:confused: ????

Kev M

**Hague Gobby** · 23rd March 2006, 11:31 AM

Hi Guys!

You go on some weird tangents here!!! We are dropping the range of Veritas planes. That is all. Every other Veritas item that we stock (i.e. shown in the 2004 catalogue or 2005 supplement or online) is still available from us and will continue to be. We have our own reasons for dropping the range of planes but it is definitely not anything to do with the product or any issue we have with Veritas in the slightest. Its a great range of planes, but we have decided to no longer carry them.

We are keeping the spokeshaves, low angle block (and related accessories) as well as their cabinet scraper.

And I think the rumour about Northwoods might be a little off the mark as well...

**outback** · 23rd March 2006, 09:24 PM

If only we had a step ladder.

**Rob Lee** · 25th March 2006, 08:01 AM

Originally Posted by Clinton1

(snip)

Hope MIK still intends to stock them.

I think its time for LV to set up an Oz franchise. (trust me on this LV

)

If only one store was set up, LV should request profit sharing with the airlines.... I know I'd do a flying visit

Hi -

If you ever want to figure out who carries which product in Australia - you can go to www.veritastools.com , navigate to the item, and click on "dealers"...

Cheers -

Rob

**DPB** · 25th March 2006, 08:51 AM

Thanks for the link, Rob. I never thought of searching for a Veritas site - this is a great compliment to your Lee Valley site.

**Rob Lee** · 25th March 2006, 08:55 AM

Originally Posted by DPB

Thanks for the link, Rob. I never thought of searching for a Veritas site - this is a great compliment to your Lee Valley site.

Hi Don -

That's 'cause up 'till now it's been a secret....

... you're in the first hemisphere to find out about it....!

Cheers -

Rob

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