It's been several years since posting anything. Health issues, other interests, and just life in general. The past few days I've been looking at the first 300 pages or so of threads. Something I've been wondering about is the age groups of woodworkers as it relates to why you like the LV type bench planes or the LN/Stanley type planes. I have a few tools from both manufacturers and know all about the quality. As for me I like the aesthetics of the LN/Stanley much better. I'm in my 60's. I wonder if more people in my age group feel the same and the younger ones prefer the LV.

Just thinking out loud...Bob