Q: How small is this plane?

It's 4 1/2" long and 1 1/4" wide overall, and weighs under 11 oz.

Q: What tasks is it best suited for?

Delicate trimming work, especially where a larger plane would be too unwieldy, such as model work and instrument making.

Yes, it has a fully functional combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism despite its small size.

Cast steel, with a PM-V11 tool steel blade.

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05P6501 - Veritas Pocket Plane

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Item 05P6501, Veritas Pocket Plane

4-1/2" long and 1-1/4" wide and made from cast steel
Bevel-up configuration and a fully functional combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism
Bed angle of 15°
The PM-V11® steel blade is just under 7/8"wide
Weighs just less than 11oz
The oversized lever cap registers in the palm of your hand for better comfort and control

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Veritas Pocket Plane

4-1/2" long and 1-1/4" wide and made from cast steel
Bevel-up configuration and a fully functional combined feed and lateral adjustment mechanism
Bed angle of 15°
The PM-V11® steel blade is just under 7/8"wide
Weighs just less than 11oz
The oversized lever cap registers in the palm of your hand for better comfort and control

Materials	Cast steel body; PM-V11 blade
Dimensions	4 1/2" long × 1 1/4" wide; 20° bevel angle; 15° bed angle; 35° effective cutting angle
Weight	Under 11 oz
Package Quantity	1 item
Color/Finish	Black and brass
Country of Origin	Canada
Warranty	Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee