The Ryder No.4 smoother is a good starting point for those new to woodworking. A No.4 is a handy size and weight for finishing and final smoothing as well a general-purpose plane. The cap iron and other quality fittings on the planes are solid brass, an ideal material for moving parts. The main casting is ductile iron chosen for its high strength and impact resistance. It has an adjustable frog, depth and lateral blade control, and Indian hardwood handles. The sole is 245mm long with a 50mm wide blade. The sole of the plane is flat and accurate.

Ryder planes are suitable for home or professional use on the bench or on site. The No. 7, the longest of the Ryder planes, its length enables it to level bumps and hollows and leave a true edge for accurate edge jointing of boards. The No. 7 is useful for the final flattening of a surface before using a smoothing plane. Ryder planes are fitted with a British made high quality blade. The blade is O1 high carbon steel, 3mm thick and hardened to HRC 61-64. It is capable of holding a very fine edge. It is flat, well finished and comes with a 25° bevel. These quality blades require only minimal preparation before use from new.