These are excellent mini brass planes for serious woodworkers. Made of Solid Brass and Hardwood construction and also blades are hardened and tempered. This Hobby Brass Plane Scraper 3 inch , ideal for crafts, detail work and for small clean-up operations in tight spots. These mini plans feature fully adjustable carbon steel blades and perform as well as larger planes but can be used one-handed for small tasks. Perfect for small jobs modelling, dollhouse makers or dabblers. PLEASE CLEAN AND APPLY OIL BEFORE USE. Scorpion is committed to providing the customer with the best source for value possible on the market. You will enjoy the quality, function and usefulness of our products.