Klmnduo Adjustable Spokeshave Set - 2pcs Spokeshave, 6pcs Metal Blade, Portable Woodworking Planes and 4-Way Wood Rasp File, Perfect for Wood Craft and Woodworking

Why I reached for this set

I put the Klmnduo spokeshave set to work on a handful of projects that live squarely in spokeshave territory: easing canoe paddle edges, refining chair legs with gentle tapers, and shaping a cane handle with compound curves. I wanted to know two things: could this budget-friendly kit be tuned to take clean, controlled shavings, and did the included extras (mini plane and 4-way rasp) actually add utility in a small shop? Short version: yes—with setup. If you’re willing to do a bit of prep, there’s a capable set of curve-shaping hand tools here.

What’s in the box

• Two adjustable spokeshaves with flat soles (roughly 9 in. and 10 in. overall), each using replaceable SK2 steel blades
• A tiny palm-style plane for quick chamfers and touch-ups
• A 4-way rasp (coarse/fine, flat/half-round) for fast stock removal on curves
• A set of replacement SK2 blades (heat-treated to 58–60 HRC)

The spokeshaves use a double-screw system that lets you dial in depth and introduce a slight skew on purpose—handy for dealing with tricky grain. Handles are contoured and coated, and the bodies are cast and epoxy/powder finished.

Build quality and the setup you should expect

Out of the box, these are not “tune-and-go” tools. The castings are serviceable, the handles feel comfortable, and the adjusters hold their settings, but the soles and blades benefit from real setup work.

• Soles: The flat bases arrived coated and a bit rough. Before first use, I retracted the blades, taped off the edges, and lapped the soles on sandpaper over plate glass (220 → 400 → 800 grit) until I had clean, bare metal with continuous contact. This step matters more than it might seem; it prevents the finish from streaking the workpiece and improves control at a fine setting.

• Blades: SK2 at 58–60 HRC holds an edge admirably but won’t sharpen itself. The factory edge cut, but not the way I want a spokeshave to cut. I spent time flattening the backs (chasing full contact within about 10–12 mm of the edge), established a 25–30° primary bevel, and added a tiny 30–35° micro-bevel. Diamond plates made faster work of this than water stones. Once honed and stropped, edge retention was noticeably better than typical low-cost blades.

• Mouths/bedding: I deburred the mouth edges lightly and checked the blade bedding for point contact. A few passes with fine abrasive on the bed helped the blade seat without rocking, which reduces chatter at aggressive cuts.

None of this is exotic tuning—just the standard prep that turns budget castings into predictable, reliable cutters. Expect to spend an hour or two up front if you want the best results.

Adjustment and ergonomics

The double-screw adjusters are straightforward. I could set the blade for a uniform cut or skew one side slightly proud to navigate reversing grain. There’s a bit of backlash, so small movements and a light touch are your friends, but once locked, settings stayed put.

The handles are surprisingly comfortable. The weight is modest, and the balance sits near the mouth, which makes it easy to “float” the nose and control depth with finger pressure. The coated finish is grippy enough without feeling rubbery. I didn’t experience hot spots during longer sessions.

Cutting performance

Once the sole was trued and the blades were properly honed, the shaves produced clean, continuous curls on straight-grained pine and poplar. On maple and red oak, I kept the cut light and worked with a subtle skew; the tools rewarded that approach with fine shavings and respectable surface quality. Around knots or short-grain transitions, the usual spokeshave techniques apply: lighten the cut, skew the blade, change direction, or take a whisper-thin pass. Tear-out is always a possibility with a flat-bottom shave in wild grain, but with careful setup, I could tame most of it.

These are flat-soled shaves, so they shine on gentle convex/concave profiles, tapers, and fair curves. For deep hollows or tight inside radii, a round-bottom shave is still the right tool—this set doesn’t include one.

The tiny palm plane is exactly that—tiny—but useful. I used it to break edges, sneak up on a line, and flush small proud spots where a block plane felt clumsy. The blade needed the same attention as the spokeshave irons. Keep the cut shallow, and it’s a handy pocket companion.

The 4-way rasp is aggressive enough to shape quickly and predictable enough to control. The coarse half-round face hogged off material on the cane handle in minutes; the fine faces left a surface that transitioned well into spokeshave passes. You’ll still sand, but the rasp-to-shave workflow felt efficient.

Where it fits in a shop

• Chair parts and tool handles: Excellent for fairing long curves and easing transitions.
• Paddles, bows, and musical instrument necks: Precise enough (after tuning) to chase lines without power-tool tear-outs.
• Template work: Running along curved templates with a fine setting gives you a surface that needs minimal sanding.

I kept one shave set for a slightly heavier bite (coarse shaping) and the other for whisper-thin finishing passes. That dual-setup approach made the pair more valuable than a single, do-it-all shave.

Limitations and trade-offs

• Setup time: The most important trade-off. If you want perfect out-of-the-box performance, you’ll be frustrated. If you enjoy tuning, you’ll be rewarded.
• Flat-only soles: Without a round-bottom option, very tight concaves will remain fussy.
• Adjuster finesse: Functional, not luxurious. There’s a touch of play; make micro-adjustments and lock carefully.
• Coating on soles: Expect to remove the finish at the contact area to avoid streaks and improve glide.

Tips to get the best results

• Lap the soles and remove finish where the tool meets the work.
• Flatten blade backs before fussing with bevels; SK2 responds well to diamond plates.
• Add a micro-bevel and strop; it speeds future touch-ups and extends edge life.
• Skew the blade slightly using the dual adjusters; it helps with tricky grain.
• Wax the sole and lightly oil the screws to keep adjustments smooth.
• Use the rasp to rough in heavy curves, then refine with the coarse-set shave, and finish with the fine-set shave.

Value

At its price point, the Klmnduo spokeshave set offers a lot of capability if you’re willing to do the initial tuning. The SK2 steel punches above its class for edge retention, the ergonomics are better than expected, and the included rasp and mini plane extend the kit’s usefulness beyond the shaves themselves. You won’t mistake these for premium tools, but you also won’t pay premium prices—and after an evening of setup, you can achieve results that feel a tier above the cost.

Recommendation

I recommend this set for woodworkers who don’t mind (or even enjoy) tuning tools and want an inexpensive way to add curve-shaping capability to the shop. After lapping the soles and properly honing the SK2 blades, the shaves cut cleanly and predictably on both softwoods and domestic hardwoods. The 4-way rasp speeds rough shaping, and the tiny palm plane covers small, everyday tasks.

If you need a spokeshave that performs flawlessly right out of the box, or you work daily in highly figured stock, a higher-end shave with tighter machining and a round-bottom companion will serve you better. But for learning the craft, building chairs or paddles on a budget, and getting real work done after a thoughtful setup, the Klmnduo spokeshave set is a smart, capable choice.