The following testimonials were received as a response to a questionnaire sent to woodworkers first contacted via the internet. Each person has given his permission for us to use his comments. These people were not paid for their testimonies.Please click here to see a copy of the questionnaire sent.

Greg Geyer
Beloit, Kansas

Reviewed: Square, Large Microplane

I have used the Microplane to enlarge holes and clean extra plastic on Little Tykes play equipment and also used it to form some CCA treated lumber.

The Microplane worked very well for these purposes. Much better than a wood rasp. Have not used it on formica which was my original purpose because after I got it I decided that it is too coarse for filing down edges.

If I hadn't had access to the Microplane, I would have used a wood rasp which would have been a lot slower process in both the plastic and the wood.

Using the Microplane in wood and plastic the life expectancy will probably be measured in years.

I think that it is fairly and competitively priced when comparing to a wood rasp or Stanley^® Surform^® tool.

The Microplane is a much better tool than a Stanley^® Surform^® tool. I also want to thank you for allowing me to try out your new tool.

Thank You, Greg Geyer.

Paul Bennett

Reviewed: Square, Large Microplane

Mostly I have experimented with the Microplane. I have found it to be an excellent product. I sent for it to help clean up a few hard to get to areas on architectural corbels I was working on. It did not leave as smooth a finish as I needed but I was impressed with its ability to remove material for a roughing process.

I think that it will have a very useful life but at this point I don't really know how long it will last. I consider the suggested retail price of $12.63 for the Square,Large Microplane to be a fair price, a very fair price. I will be buying more to keep on hand.

Suggestions? I would like to be able to get closer to inside corners.

I was impressed enough with the Microplane that I showed it to a local cabinet makers supply house. I took the Microplane literature with me and they will be contacting you for information so they can add to their product line. I attended the American Woodworker Show this week end and noticed that the Microplane was being demonstrated. It seemed to draw a large crowd. Your product is far superior to the Surform.

My company, The Woodworkers Network, specializes in architectural details. I am constantly experimenting with new products because we are called upon to produce many varied products. I look for tools that will help me produce quality products. What I look for are simple tools that can be used in many different situations. I am not looking for gimmicks! Your Microplane has made it to my tool rack. I sure it will become a valued part of my tool collection. I would like to see smaller finer cutting Microplanes.

Sincerely,
Paul Bennett, The Woodworkers Network
Pben@aol.com

K.L. Fielder
Crosby, Texas

Reviewed: Round, Medium Microplane

I did receive the Microplane. Have used it to remove excess wood for a carving project. It is the best I have ever used.

There is no comparison between the Microplane and the Surform. The Microplane performs much better. The cost is a bargain. I am now looking for an outlet to buy the hacksaw.

Thanks for the great product.

Alan Kusovich
Honeoye Falls, New York

Reviewed: Round, Large Microplane

Yes, I did receive the Microplane, thank you. To be honest I had no specific purpose in mind when I took advantage of your offer. In fact I was skeptical that your company would send what appeared to be a well made tool for free.

I do a fair amount of woodworking and antique restoration. At present I'm restoring a home built in 1821. As a result this summer has been very busy and I have only had a few opportunities to try out your tool. However, I like its light-weight construction and how well it seems to hold its sharpness.

I can see where I will be using my Microplane on many of the woodworking projects I do.

If I hadn't had access to the Microplane, I would have used a rat tail rasp

I expect it [the Microplane] to last at least several years under heavy use.

I consider the suggested retail price of $12.63 for the Round, Large Microplane to be a fair price. I expect I would spend as much on a good rasp with a handle.

[I would like to know] if there is a way to offer an optional second handle that is removable. This handle could be attached to the other end of your Microplane. The user may require a two handle tool for ease of use.

Dan Deutmeyer
Sandy Hook, Connecticut

Reviewed: Microplane^® Replacement for Stanley^® Surform^®

Thanks for sending me the Microplane; it's just what I was looking for. I was working on a project where I glued up several 1" boards together so they were staggered and I needed to round them smooth.

I tried a lot of different methods; power sander, Surform^®, Hand plane. When I received the Microplane replacement blade for the Surform I tried it right away.

I was very happy with the results, it removed the wood rapidly and the surface was smooth and not ripped up like the Surform produced.

The Microplane is still as sharp as when I received it and I expect to get many years of use from it. For what the Microplane can do the price is a bargain.

John Guerin
Tucson, Arizona

Reviewed: Rigid Microplane for Hacksaw Frame

I use [the Microplane] to remove wood/smooth the surface on my woodcarvings. It leaves a very smooth surface.

[If I hadn't had access to the Microplane, I would have used a] Surform tool, but your product leaves a much smoother surface.

I havn't had it very long, but after extended use, [the Microplane] does not seem to have lost any of its sharpness.

I like the rigid Microplane because it is rigid and can be used without the use of a hacksaw handle


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