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Block Plane - Low Angle by Stanley 1-3/8" x 6"
All boatbuilders need a block plane in their toolbox. They are used for cutting scarfs, trimming off a bit of wood here and there, and shaping all manner of parts. We couldn't imagine building a boat, even from a kit, without a sharp block plane....
$44.10
Stanley Sweetheart Low Angle Block Plane 60-1/2
A Stanley Tradition since 1843 Stanley has reintroduced their SweetHeart line of premium hand planes. If you're a woodworker, finding an old Stanley tool with their SweetHeart logo is like finding a treasure, and many consider these hand...
$89.10
Sweetheart Smoothing Bench Plane by Stanley
A joy to hold in your hands and to use. Heirloom quality; with even modest care this plane will still work like new 100 years from now. Perfect for spar making, beveling stringers, and furniture building.The Classic STANLEY No. 4 Sweetheart...
$170.10
Bullnose Rabbet Plane by Stanley - 10 inch
This plane is constructed from one piece of cast iron. All of the working surfaces are machined for precision. It is designed with 2 cutting positions. The rear cutter has precise depth adjustment. One-piece, cast-iron body and handle All...
$67.50
Spokeshaves are almost essential for making paddles and very handy for cleaning up the insides of sea kayak cockpits. They work much like a block plane, but can be used on tight curves. This tool is easy to adjust, well made and reasonably...
$23.40
This combination waterstone is easy to use and will put a razor edge on plane irons, chisels, and other tools. 6000-grit on one side, and 1000-grit on the other. See our ShopTip on how to sharpen your boatbuilding tools.
$58.50
Crown Shavehooks are used for scraping or stripping epoxy, glue, and paint from hard-to-reach areas. Includes three tools with a variety of shapes and lengths. They have hardened tempered blades riveted to a shank that fits the specially...
$31.46
Super-hard Milled Scraper (set of 4)
A true craftsman's tool. Use scrapers to mow down uneven epoxy without resorting to the sander. Or treat bare wood prior to finishing for improved grain figure beneath epoxy or varnish. These hardened scrapers are made from the finest European...
$20.48
Sliding T-bevels are one of the boatbuilder’s most useful tools. They are used for determining bevels and for transferring angles from one piece of wood to another. They are essential for setting angles on power tools and machinery. Made...
$16.01
Bevel gauges are indispensable for all but the simplest boatbuilding and woodworking projects. Your children's grandchildren will still be using this top-quality wood and brass bevel gauge, imported from the UK. Crown adjustable bevel gauges are...
$29.69
No. 6 Rosewood Marking Gauge by Joseph Marples
The Joseph Marples no. 6 Marking Gauge is made from Rosewood and has a plated head. It is used for marking parallel lines to the edge of your work. This tool is made in Sheffield, UK using only the finest materials and craftsmanship.
$24.29
The CLC Tool Box is the boatbuilder's interpretation of the classic "tab-and-slot" type, favored by woodworkers for its ease of assembly and flexibility. As the name suggests, the tool box goes together with mortise-and-tenon joints, with two...
$67.50
Japanese (Ryoba) Razor Saws cut on the pull stroke. They leave a very thin kerf and are razor sharp---special tempering helps these saws keep their edge for a long time. We find that they cut faster and more accurately than even the finest western...
$40.28
The Dovetail Saw (Dozuki) for Hardwoods has 36 teeth per inch. With a rigid spline, it is designed for a variety of joinery cuts in small sized hardwoods, and like all Japanese saws, it cuts on the pull stroke. The blade thickness is 0.012˝ and...
$40.05
Beading Saw with Woodpecker Tooth 6"
These saws are designed for fast, accurate cuts. Since the rigid spline is not full length of the blade, the blade can easily make long, accurate cuts in thin material. A unique feature of the 6˝ Beading Saw is the special "woodpecker"...
$29.70
Originally designed to trim bonsai trees, this tool is ideal for cutting precise curves. It is also ideal for cutting hatch openings, trimming cockpits, cutting minicell foam, and reaching tight places. A newer version of this tool, now features a...
$17.10
Shinto Saw Rasps are manufactured from high quality saw blades with coarse teeth on one side (11 per inch) and fine teeth on the other (25 per inch). Because of the saw tooth design, clogging is eliminated. Use the coarse side for shaping and...
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A rubber sanding block is a tool that you'll find in every boatbuilding shop. The durable rubber pad conforms to the curve of the hull, can be used with wet or dry sandpaper, and makes changing paper a snap.
$5.39
3M Stikit Hand Blocks are made of sturdy, durable, high-strength material and are shaped to provide maximum user comfort and control while sanding. Using a hand block eliminates finger pressure marks in the finish by providing even distribution of...
$31.50
The anti-kickback design of these industrial quality carbide router bits limits stock feed rate for safer router operations. Solid steel bodies are precision machined to carefully controlled tolerances. A final CNC machine 600 grit wet grind on...
$24.99
The anti-kickback design of these industrial quality carbide router bits limits stock feed rate for safer router operations. Solid steel bodies are precision machined to carefully controlled tolerances. A final CNC machine 400 grit wet grind on...
$24.29
Includes 1/4" Bead Cutter and 1/4" Cove Cutter.The anti-kickback design of these industrial quality carbide router bits limits stock feed rate for safer router operations. Solid steel bodies are precision machined to carefully controlled...
$83.69
Light duty, drop forged C-Clamps, with galvanized finish. Available in two different sizes. What can we say? A boatbuilder can never have enough clamps. These 2-inch clamps are great for kayaks coamings, and small...
from $4.49
Sometimes you can’t spare two hands when it’s time to clamp. Spring clamps are the answer; they’re quick and easy and provide enough clamping pressure for most epoxied joints. Take a look at our image gallery - you can...
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You can't build a stitch-and-glue boat without epoxy fillets. An epoxy fillet (pronounced "fill-it," as in "fill that corner up," not fill-LAY, as in "filet of fish") is one of the most common procedures in a stitch-and-glue boatbuilding...
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PELTOR Optime 95 Over-The-Head Earmuffs cut off 21 decibels from your sander's whine and offer outstanding comfort at a very reasonable price. Soft and wide earmuff cushions distribute pressure evenly, and vertical adjustment on the head band...
$20.66
3M 6000 Series Respirator with HEPA Filters
The 3M™ 6000 Series reusable respirator offers users comfort and convenience - coupled with cost savings. Each face piece is remarkably comfortable, soft, lightweight and easy to adjust. NIOSH approved for negative pressure air purifying and...
$35.99
3M 6001 Organic Vapor Cartridge Set
Paint Spray Cartridges 3M 6001 Organic Vapor Cartridge To be used with 3M 6000 and 7000 Series Half Face and Full Face Respirators with bayonet attachments. The 6001 is NIOSH approved for certain organic vapors. Whenever we are applying a coat of...
$19.80
3M P100 HEPA Particulate Filter Set
The P100 Particulate filter designed for protecting against particulates and airborne dust. Meets the toughest of the new NIOSH 42 CFR 84 filtration classifications. It is the most protective 6000 series filter we offer. Suitable for all...
$12.59
2” wide disposable natural bristle brushes. Save when buying by the case! At CLC we use these for just about everything, especially epoxy work, but also contact cement, primer paint, and spreading silicone caulk.
from $0.99
These Quart (32oz) sized graduated mixing cups are what we use for mixing epoxy in our shop. Each cup has calibrated markings for accurate measuring. Mix and measure your epoxy in one container with the ratio...
from $1.25
