What PLANES do you NEED?

Like the workbench? Watch me make it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXKYwM0f5WU&t

Hi matt I was pretty rude to you in a previous video. I was out of order and apologise. For your age your an impressive young man. Stay safe

"size doesn't matter, just get the one that fits your hand the best" ;)

I agree with Gary K - appreciate the way you explain the differences, then cut through all the confusion and recommend the most basic for those who want a simple starting point.

Can I send you some beer money or something? These have been some of the most informative videos in this subject matter I've seen yet. Objective opinions based on experience and real world applications, and refusing to talk about things you don't feel you're a subject matter expert on. Thanks a bunch.

Thank you for not giving the typical youtuber answer of “well it depends” I’m a beginner and I don’t always know what kind of work I’m gonna be doing. I’m trying to figure out what I like to build, and getting a straight forward answer of here these are the two to start with was just what I was looking for.

Extremely helpful and demystifying. I've used mostly power tools most of my life, but apartment life has meant picking up more tools like this to create the work I want in the space I have. Needless to say, trying to figure out which plane(s) to buy has been a real struggle. This helped immensely.

Well done! Your videos are getting more enjoyable to watch, don't stop being you and your approach. I watch your videos not only to learn things, but hear your perspective and approach. If you become too sterile or plain, I probably will stop watching. It is very clear that your presenting yourself in a sincere fashion, this is who you are, and you are not trying to be something your not... keep it up! Big fan.

You're brilliant mate thanks for the tips!

I have watched a good number of your videos and really enjoy your approach. My Father was teaching me fine woodworking as I was his "go for" on remodeling jobs and was basically a rough carpenter with some strong suits say for example reattaching plaster when the keys broke away from the lathe and repairing holes of all shapes and sizes. After he passed away I dropped the idea because I had no mentor. I have chosen you as my mentor because you are direct and unlike many other presenters you realize that not all of us are going to recognize the tool you are using and your explanations are clear and concise when you pull out a hand tool that we may never have seen let alone used. You also have a casual way of presenting your subject matter and I it feels like I'm one of your mates and you are just explaining how something works. I really appreciate the fact that you treat we inexperienced people with respect and don't talk down to us. Please don't change your approach, your doing a great job and have been of great help to me as I tackle my first and a rather large and somewhat overwhelming project that needs to be done.

I just used my new LN No.62 LA Jack today for the first time. It's the first quality plane I've bought for myself. Lie-Nielsen knows how to make outstanding tools, no regrets.

Haven't done woodworking for years but Matt's way of presenting and selecting works well, straight facts and views from experience. Odd about what I knew as a spokeshave, but then really a specialist tool for curved pieces of work.

You've answered questions I've had for years! Thanks man

Thank you for the thorough explanation! This really helps for those of us starting out with (1) plane, and looking for what to do next. Well done.

Just found your channel and you sir have become my favourite content creator. Good information, well filmed, no fluff just good solid information and enjoyable host. Keep it up.

I just discovered your videos and now I just can't stop watching. Excellent stuff. Thanks so much!

Thanks so much for this video. I am just getting started picking out my hand tools for woodworking and have hesitated picking up planes due to lack of knowledge. This was very informative and helps a ton in my decision making!

Matt, your videos are incredibly informative! Thank you so much.

Very excellent presentation! Well Done ! Mr Matt 👍. Love the Jack plane’s 12.5 degrees 😍

A huge thank you man !!! I've been looking around to buy my first planes for months now and I never managed to find a decent explanation on the differences and use of all the those different planes... You're video is just the best explanation I've ever seen :o