DIYers who want an affordable No.5 jack plane from an established tool brand for general bench work.
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You want a well-reviewed plane with documented blade steel and sole material, since this one has only 13 reviews and lists no material.
Priced 62% below the category median ($132.67 across 8 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.0/5overall
Owner rating4.0/5
4.0 average across 13 owner ratings
Popularity0.6/5
13 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Groz 39702 JP/5 is a No.5 jack plane priced at $49.81. The No.5 is the classic jack size, longer than a No.4 and used for flattening and general stock preparation.
Its title notes a 50 mm measurement, which on a No.5 plane corresponds to the iron width. Beyond that the listing publishes no body material, sole, or weight, so the spec sheet is sparse.
It holds a 4.0-star rating, but from just 13 reviews, the smallest sample among the planes here, and with no recorded monthly sales. At $49.81 from the established Groz brand it is reasonably priced, though the thin review base makes the rating less reliable. ToolHandle is an Amazon Associate and earns from qualifying purchases, which does not influence our rankings.
Pros
Affordable $49.81 for a No.5 jack plane
4.0-star rating from the established Groz brand
Title specifies a 50 mm iron width
Cons
Only 13 reviews, the smallest sample in this group
No body material, sole, or weight is listed
No monthly sales figure to gauge demand
Performance notes
The No.5 jack is the go-to size for flattening rough stock and general bench work, sitting between a smoothing plane and a jointer. With no body material or sole flatness spec published and only a 50 mm iron noted, plan to tune the sole and hone the iron as you would with most planes at this price.
What buyers say
The 4.0-star average comes from only 13 reviews, the thinnest base among these planes, so the score carries less weight. No monthly sales figure is recorded.
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