I have had 4 different Lie Nielsen and Veritas planes over the years and have sold them all, except for a LN block plane. I just prefer old Stanley planes. It has nothing to do with the price difference. I think LN and LV handles are too small and the overall weight is too heavy. LN planes just don't feel good in my hands, but Stanleys fit just right. Anytime I buy a Stanley plane I get a new Hock blade to fit. Usually a little clean up and sole flattening is all they need. I have a No. 4 that cuts much, much better than the LN low angle smoother that I had for a while.

The one exception is the LN No. 60 1/2. Hands down the best block plane I have ever used.

Anyone else prefer Stanleys based on performance and fit, not price?