Zero Backlash: While developing this tool, we studied other high-end router planes on the market. The issue we found across the board was backlash — even when the blade was fully locked down, it would shift during cuts. We developed a unique locking mechanism that has zero backlash. Even in stupidly deep cuts. That means ultimate precision and reliability
Faster Operation: The blade lift mechanism in this router plane is unlike any other on the market. You can adjust the cutting depth even when the blade is locked down. Why is that cool? Because it allows you to speed through cuts. On other router planes, you set the blade depth, lock it down, make a pass, unlock it, adjust the depth, lock it down, make a pass… you get the idea. With the KM-17, skip the trouble of locking and get into a simple flow of cut, adjust, cut, adjust — letting you get to your final depth in no time.
Easier Blade Changes and Sharpening: On other router planes, you have to remove the entire blade shaft to switch or sharpen your blades. On the KM-17, all it takes is unscrewing a single hex bolt. And since the blade can be attached to the included holder, sharpening is also super simple.
Included Fence: Your KM-17 Router Plane order comes with the adjustable fence INCLUDED — not as another accessory you need to purchase after the fact. And this ain’t some chintzy aluminum fence. The included fence is solid as heck, easy to use, and can be adjusted to reference both flat and curved edges.