Lie-Nielsen (Maine, US) and Veritas (Lee Valley, Canada) make premium hand planes for woodworkers - the Lie-Nielsen No. 4 1/2 and Veritas Custom No. 4 are the most-mentioned modern smooth planes. Significantly heavier bodies than vintage Stanley, ductile iron or bronze construction, A2 or PM-V11 blade steels.
Used pricing in 2026: EUR 250-500 for a Lie-Nielsen No. 4; Veritas slightly less depending on configuration.
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Both makers stand behind their planes; either will sharpen and re-flatten for a fee even on used tools you bought elsewhere. Buy with confidence even from private sellers.
Bronze Lie-Nielsen models develop a patina that some buyers love and others restore; that is purely cosmetic and does not affect performance.