STANLEY SURFORM Metal Body Block Plane 155mm

On a busy construction site, a carpenter reaches for the STANLEY SURFORM Metal Body Block Plane to quickly shape a door edge to fit a frame. The die-cast alloy body provides a solid, durable platform, while the replaceable high-carbon steel blade makes fast work of wood, plastics, and soft metals. With a 155 mm length, it fits comfortably in one hand for precise control.

Key specifications

• Tool type: Surform block plane
• Overall length: 155 mm (6 inch)
• Body material: Die-cast alloy
• Blade type: Replaceable Surform blade
• Blade length: 140 mm (5-1/2 inch)
• Blade width: 40 mm (1-5/8 inch)
• Blade material: High-carbon steel
• Blade pattern: Regular cut
• Handle material: High-impact polymer
• Blade change mechanism: Quick-release button
• Depth adjustment: No (fixed blade angle)
• Intended use: Shaping, trimming, smoothing
• Compatible materials: Wood, plastics, soft metals, plaster, drywall, laminates, filler
• Operation: One-handed
• Finish: Baked enamel
• Construction: Durable, lightweight

Why choose it

The Surform blade's unique perforated design cuts without clogging, ensuring smooth, continuous strokes. The quick-release button allows fast blade changes without tools, minimizing downtime. Its lightweight yet robust construction reduces fatigue during extended use, and the high-impact polymer handle provides a secure, comfortable grip.

Ideal use cases

• Trimming doors and windows to fit
• Shaping wood, plastic, and soft metal workpieces
• Smoothing plaster, drywall, and filler
• Removing material quickly in tight spaces
• Fine-tuning joints and edges

Good to know

The fixed blade angle ensures consistent cutting performance for general-purpose shaping and smoothing tasks. Replacement blades are widely available, and the tool requires no additional accessories to operate. Always wear appropriate safety gear when working.